The "A" (as in applique) word
09-06-2010, 12:15 PM
#52
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Hand applique is my first love. I use different methods, depending on the size and shape of the pieces (I do a lot of small projects). And then I also machine applique (blanket stitch) projects that involve larger pieces, or easier shapes.
I have several quick tutorials for hand applique on my website, if you are interested in taking a look. It really isn't hard at all!
http://ajpadilla.com/tutorials/begin...pplique-basics
I have several quick tutorials for hand applique on my website, if you are interested in taking a look. It really isn't hard at all!
http://ajpadilla.com/tutorials/begin...pplique-basics
09-06-2010, 12:21 PM
#53
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Originally Posted by Joanie2
I see so many absolutely stunning quilts that many of you share with us and I assume, I know that's a terrible word, that they are all hand applique.
I have been quilting for over 25 years but have yet to do very much of it. I think I am a little intimidated by the whole idea of appliqueing anything but a very simple block. I'm wondering how many of you out there do the real thing and how many either machine applique or fuse. If you machine, do you use a buttonhole stitch or a satin stitch and if you fuse, what's the best fusible you use? What method works best for you? What tips can you give me? I need some help getting motivated and am hoping that your experience will light a fire under me. Thanks.
I have been quilting for over 25 years but have yet to do very much of it. I think I am a little intimidated by the whole idea of appliqueing anything but a very simple block. I'm wondering how many of you out there do the real thing and how many either machine applique or fuse. If you machine, do you use a buttonhole stitch or a satin stitch and if you fuse, what's the best fusible you use? What method works best for you? What tips can you give me? I need some help getting motivated and am hoping that your experience will light a fire under me. Thanks.
http://www.overallquilter.com/latest...plique-part-1/
Aimee
09-06-2010, 01:38 PM
#55
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For me it depends on the pattern. At the moment I'm doing a few art quilts, as they are small I use heat n bond lite to fuse the pieces. If the pieces to be appliqued are straight forward then I'll machine sew them but if there are a lot of curves, as in flower petals, then I usually hand sew them.
09-06-2010, 01:52 PM
#56
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For years, I too, was not into applique. When I tried, I would become so tense, it was not worth it. But one day, I decided that it was foolish to let two pieces of fabric intimidate me. So, I relaxed and went with the flow. Now I am addicted to needle-turn applique. Just jump in and it will become natural to you.
09-06-2010, 01:52 PM
#57
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Originally Posted by CoyoteQuilts
I am not a fan of applique. BUT I have done it both ways--machine and hand. I hate hand work, but love the look of hand applique better than machine. Some can get the corners looking great with a machine, mine look like a disaster.... I usually do button hole stitch by hand and satin on machine (because of the disaster with button hole) I ALWAYS use some form of fusing. The last hand applique I did I use Steam a Seam 2 and it was very thick for me and difficult to needle. When I use a cheap fuse from a bolt from Jo-anns I don't have that problem. You just need to try different things to see what you like and go from there. Good luck on your adventure!
09-06-2010, 03:23 PM
#58
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Hi Joanie2, I have tried doing my applique by machine and can not get the corners or points even, it ends up looking like a total mess to me. So I do the turned applique, I enjoy sitting and working on my project while I listening to the tv. I could say that I am watching tv, but only bits of it!! The part that I dislike about applique is---Cutting all the pieces out! Once I get this all done I am so excited to get the piece together. So get going, I would love to see your applique block or quilt. You can do it! Its the STARTING that is the HARDEST. lol
09-06-2010, 03:50 PM
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I have had good luck with a method I saw on TV years ago. I put light weight fusible interfacing,bumpy side to right side of fashion fabric, stitch around edges. Trim. Make a small slit in the facing to turn right side out. Finger press all edges firmly. Following manufacturers instructions, I iron it to the backing fabric, then I hand stitch it down. No pins, no 'points'. Works great for pick up and carry projects. If I have a problem with it being stiff, I just carefully cut out the back side of the base fabric and interfacing. Hope this helps you as much as it did me. :thumbup:
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