Sharp Points in Turned Edge Applique Triangles
I am hoping to start a new reproduction quilt soon that calls for almost 800 applique triangles in a dogtooth border and sashings. I have done some preliminary work to see how well the applique creation goes, and I have been able to get good results using freezer paper and a glue stick, up to the point where I turn under the points of the triangles.
Right now, the main sticking point (pun intended!) is figuring out how what to do with the excess fabric that results from turning over (overlapping) two side edges of fabric to make the sharp point of the triangle. I could cut off the excess material, but I am afraid that the point would eventually fray, as there would be so little fabric left at the extreme edge of the point.
I have tried to finger press the excess fabric under the point itself without doing any cutting, but this caused a buildup of fabric at the edge of the point that couldn't always be hidden.
I plan to machine applique the triangles down using Superior Monopoly clear thread and a narrow blanket stitch.
Does anyone have any tips on how to get sharp points that won't disappear in the wash? Thanks so much!