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09-18-2012, 04:26 AM
#21
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Originally Posted by Sarah in Brooklyn
I'm using scraps to make potholders, which is great practice for a lot of thing. I have a design in mind where I'd like to quilt each side of the potholder to its own piece of batting before I sew them together with more quilting. If I put fabric and batting through my machine without another piece of fabric on the bottom, will it shred and make a mess? Any thoughts?
09-19-2012, 04:18 AM
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My only comment is "There is never a dumb question" , they are only dumb if we do not ask. I think most of the very talented ladies we have here, have about heard them all, and are more than willing to answer them again. Thank goodness for their knowledge and patience with each of us as we learn.
09-19-2012, 06:18 AM
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I just made some of the microwave bowls, as well. I didn't use anything under the batting, and it took forever to get it out of my bobbin area. I want to make some more of those, because they are really nice, but next time I'll use something on the bottom, even if it's just tulle!
09-19-2012, 07:21 AM
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A simple piece of paper will do the trick, help it to slide on your machine and you can either pull it off or leave it on as when washed will disolve. May I suggest however if you are making pot holders for actual use and not decoration, to use only Insulbrite by the warm company, will reflect the heat and protect your fingers
09-19-2012, 07:25 AM
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I do this all the time, especially with potholders, never had a mess. Since you are making potholders you should use an all cotton batting anyway, most are needle punched and are very stable. I always try something new with scraps. That way you can forestall any problems.
09-19-2012, 07:35 AM
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It shouldn't shred, but you need cotton batting for that...polyester batting will melt in potholders...
Also, the insulation typically used in potholders is called InsulBright (http://www.warmcompany.com/ibpage.html ).
Also, the insulation typically used in potholders is called InsulBright (http://www.warmcompany.com/ibpage.html ).
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