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Old 03-07-2013, 05:18 PM
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Just curious, was this the snowflake quilt from the Quilts and More winter issue?

Now, are you making a bed quilt that she can wash? You can use steam a seam or a similar product (wonder under, heat and bond - all do the same thing)...but remember the edges are unfinished for fusible applique.

What I would do is trace the shapes onto freezer paper (as many as you need to complete the quilt). Then press onto the flannel, shiny side down, on a low setting with your iron. Cut out the shapes adding 1/4 " all the way around. With the freezer paper still attached I like to press the edges under. Sometimes I use glue sticks to hold the edges down. Then I machine blanket stitch around the shapes. I like to cut away the excess fabric under applique, so when doing that you will be able to remove the freezer paper.

Does that help at all?? I hope so! Good luck!!

Edited to add: You can copy the pattern directly from the magazine, or trace it onto another sheet of paper...which is what I normally do!

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