If you used heat n bond ultra (red label), then you won't be able to stitch through that fusible. If you used heat n bond lite (purple label), then I would suggest finishing off the edge with a small zig zag, or even a hem or blanket stitch. Using a matching thread for each color...I think invisible thread would work...but a pale gold/melon color and a mossy green...then a silver or gray on the white melons. You will find the threads will make the appliques pop!
Originally Posted by
CraftyRN
I'm new to applique, and I could use some advice about this small wallhanging. Pumpkins, leaves, vines have all been all fused down, and some of the "bits" are tiny (leaf veins, lines on pumpkins). Do I need to appliqués stitch these all down? Maybe just the pumpkins, for the look of it, or maybe nothing? If I don't intend to wash this, is it necessary?
If not, does anyone have any ideas for the quilting, bearing in mind I'm new to that too!
Thanks for any advice/ideas you guys might have.