buddy'smom

Can anyone tell me an easy way to add velvet to a quilt. I'm doing the believe in me Santa and want to do his hat in velvet. Not sure if I can applique it or not?? Thank you.

ManiacQuilter2

Is your velvet washable?? I thought velveteen was the washable one. I myself would use fusible web and buttonhole stitch around the edge.

buddy'smom

Thank you, I thought about the fusible but would melt. Thank God I got it on sale at Joann's- was 31.00 a yard on sale for 21.00 and only needed 1/2 yd.

Tartan

Since it is just the hat section, I think I would do the fabric sheet method. You could use a thin interfacing with the reverse pattern drawn on, lay it over the right side of the velvet and stitch the outline of the simple shape with a small stitch length. Trim the edges, cut a slit in the back of the dryer sheet or interfacing and turn right side out. The shape will now be ready to appliqué with all the raw edges enclosed and stay stitched so the velvet doesn't fray.
You might want to slightly round the sharp angles or pointed edges on the pattern piece so it is easier to turn.

buddy'smom

Thanks so much, this is a great ideal, will let you know if it works.