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04-27-2011, 05:37 AM
#33
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I've had problems with Heatnbond when I used it on a fabric that couldn't take a real high heat. Apparently, that glue has to get to a completely melted state.
What I found then as invaluable and have used it ever since for all kinds of things scissors, etc., is SEWER'S AID. It's a Dritz product that comes in a little bottle like Fray Check (but has a clear top; Fray Check has a blue one).
As to the waxed paper, I use it when sewing really fragile fabric (tulle, etc.) as a "carrier" of sorts against the bed of the machine to allow the stitches to go through the fabric evenly. It also works nicely to keep the fabric sliding nicely for FMQ.
What I found then as invaluable and have used it ever since for all kinds of things scissors, etc., is SEWER'S AID. It's a Dritz product that comes in a little bottle like Fray Check (but has a clear top; Fray Check has a blue one).
As to the waxed paper, I use it when sewing really fragile fabric (tulle, etc.) as a "carrier" of sorts against the bed of the machine to allow the stitches to go through the fabric evenly. It also works nicely to keep the fabric sliding nicely for FMQ.
04-27-2011, 06:56 AM
#35
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Try spritzing the applique (area to be sewn) with Static Guard...wipe the needle often, sew slowly...it's friction from the needle heating up causing the glue to remelt. I've never had Heat n Bond LITE gum up..only if I had double amount. You may be happier doing the stitching by hand.
04-27-2011, 07:01 AM
#38
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I use those little medical wipes that have rubbing alcohol on them to clean my needle when I am doing machine applique. The wipe is tiny, and I can just put it back in the little packet it came in to keep it moist. I use it over and over during a sewing frenzy. I just take a quick wipe on the needle every time I finish stitching an area.
04-27-2011, 07:42 AM
#39
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Originally Posted by candi
I have used Heat n Bond Lite before with no problems. Generally, I use a size 80/12 needle. I normally can't even see the glue once it is fused, did you use correct temperature and hold the iron on the pieces long enough accoring to the instructions? Sorry if it seems like a sily questions, I just have never had problems using any fusibles.
04-27-2011, 09:29 AM
#40
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Originally Posted by ptquilts
I have had this same problem with fusible - it is the nature of some of them. Does anyone know if there is a brand that doesn't clog up like that?
there is a product called Misty Fuse that is wonderful.
here is their website, says it does NOT gum up.
http://www.thermowebonline.com/dyn_p...p=3522&k=86489
try writing to them? also they have a toll-free number
there is a product called Misty Fuse that is wonderful.
here is their website, says it does NOT gum up.
http://www.thermowebonline.com/dyn_p...p=3522&k=86489
try writing to them? also they have a toll-free number
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