crystaltx

Newbie here. I have watched lots of tutorials to learn how to do a few little bits of applique, but I was wondering if you're supposed to change anything besides the stitch on your sewing machine...the holes in my fabric at the needle entry points are so big that if I hold it up the light shines through them. Maybe that is just a cheap fabric, but are you supposed to use a smaller needle or something? I am posting a pic of my work but it is hard to see the needle holes. I think my standard sewing machine needle is size 14.

sharon b

I had mine do that the first time also and I was worried - but was told that - that is the way they are since the needle goes in and out of the hole several times :lol: I did switch to a size 11 needle and it helped a bit - also play with some other stitches and see if they are close but don't do the back and forth into the same hole :thumbup:

By the way looks GREAT to me

retrogirl02

I'm limited on machine applique experience but...changing to a sharp embroidery needle might help and yes, fabric can be a factor as well.

crystaltx

Thank you. Wow, you thought the same thing! I thought I might be perforating the fabric to the point that the shape would pop out when I was done. =) Maybe I will try the zig zag next time if it doesn't go back into the same holes again and again.

BETTY62

Your applique looks great.

Maia B

Looks great! But try an embroidery or other sharp needle in a 70/10 or 80/12.

frarose

Yes the applique n the pix looks great.

jaciqltznok

I use a 70/10 Microtex needle..and really, do not worry about the holes, if you steam it, the fibers will shrink around the thread again and all will be right with the world!

QuiltnNan

:thumbup:

ckcowl

when your project is laundered the holes will close-
using a smaller- sharp needle will make them smaller also