Originally Posted by Qarena
I am doing a machine applique quilt. I have fused down the figures on the background of the quilt. There are many very small pieces that have to be appliqued to the background. When I try to machine stitch the small pieces, the needle chews up the fabric. Does anyone have a suggestion of what I am doing wrong? I would appreciate any help that you can give me. Thanks
Could you place a piece of wash away stablilzer over the area you're working on to avoid direct contact with the pieces?