Originally Posted by ckcowl
i've quilted lots of raw-edge applique quilts on the long-arm---why would it be questionable?
or are you confusing quilting with stitching your appliques down?
2 different things- raw edge applique simply means the edges are not turned under- usually *but not always* fused to hold in place- then secured with stitching- either a blanket stitch, zig-zag-satin stitch or even a straight stitch. quilting holds your 3 layers together- enhances and finishes the quilt design.
some people do thread painting with their long-arms.
you can do it any way you want that gives you the results you are looking for
Well, that was part of the original question, whether to stitch the edges down before building the quilt sandwich. It sounds like a lot of people have done it that way so I'm probably going to try it too.