Originally Posted by Zappycat
LOVE THEM ALL!! Especially the first one!! Raw edge applique is so easy but I always wonder what happens when its washed?
I wondered that myself a while back and did a bunch of testing... I found that it really depends on the fusing that you use... like heat and bond, wonder-under, heavy-duty vs. light and so on- and it matters if you sew it down with a blanket stitch or straight stitch and your stitch length make a big difference too.
It still does a tiny fraying on the edges but it isn't too bad. I like the look on some quilts but others warrant the needle turn method for an "always clean look" --
at least this is my opinion... I am sure others out there have found their own "take" on the two different methods.
I have enjoyed both and teaching my daughters both... they seem to like the raw edge- (of course)
Thank to all for all the nice comments.