How do you all keep your sandwiches together tightly??
07-03-2010, 01:26 PM
#22
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I understand your frustration. I've tried a few techniques over the years.
The last table runner I did I basted it on the ironing board. Photos can be seen here: http://www.plentifulpennies.com/sear...table%20runner
I pinned the outside edge of the backing to the ironing board (with pins not safety pins). Then added the batting. I then pinned the top to the backing - again only the outside edge.
I hand basted from one edge of the ironing board to the other (from narrow end to narrow end). Only removing pins as required. Gosh I hope that makes sense...
Another technique I used once was a bed mattress. I took it off the bed and propped it up again the wall. Then I pinned the backing onto the mattress (same as before - just the outside edge, and used regular pins). Having it hang vertically made it easier to ensure there was no bunching. Once again I hand basted it (my preference - but you could also pin with safety pins at 3 inch intervals).
This weekend I tried Sharon Shambler's method. No taping required http://www.plentifulpennies.com/2010/07/basting.html I'm now a convert :) Probably over the top for a table runner - but great for wall, lap, or bed quilts.
The last table runner I did I basted it on the ironing board. Photos can be seen here: http://www.plentifulpennies.com/sear...table%20runner
I pinned the outside edge of the backing to the ironing board (with pins not safety pins). Then added the batting. I then pinned the top to the backing - again only the outside edge.
I hand basted from one edge of the ironing board to the other (from narrow end to narrow end). Only removing pins as required. Gosh I hope that makes sense...
Another technique I used once was a bed mattress. I took it off the bed and propped it up again the wall. Then I pinned the backing onto the mattress (same as before - just the outside edge, and used regular pins). Having it hang vertically made it easier to ensure there was no bunching. Once again I hand basted it (my preference - but you could also pin with safety pins at 3 inch intervals).
This weekend I tried Sharon Shambler's method. No taping required http://www.plentifulpennies.com/2010/07/basting.html I'm now a convert :) Probably over the top for a table runner - but great for wall, lap, or bed quilts.
07-03-2010, 01:46 PM
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This weekend I tried Sharon Shambler's method. No taping required http://www.plentifulpennies.com/2010/07/basting.html I'm now a convert :) Probably over the top for a table runner - but great for wall, lap, or bed quilts.[/quote]
I just made a table runner using Sharon Shambles's method as mentioned by Kiwiquilter.
Since I enjoy handwork, the tailor basting type stitch was quick and easy. The results were above and beyond my expectations. I, too, am a convert to this method. :-) With my asthma, I am unable to use the basting sprays. :-(
I just made a table runner using Sharon Shambles's method as mentioned by Kiwiquilter.
Since I enjoy handwork, the tailor basting type stitch was quick and easy. The results were above and beyond my expectations. I, too, am a convert to this method. :-) With my asthma, I am unable to use the basting sprays. :-(
07-03-2010, 01:46 PM
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Originally Posted by ghostrider
Originally Posted by daniellern76
How do you all keep your sandwiches together tightly??
07-03-2010, 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Pam
I use the Elmers Craft Bond spray glue. It is acid free and does not gum up my needle and since the word quilt is not on there anywhere in big letters, it is relatively inexpensive. Add QUILT and the price seems to double.
I haven't had the opportunity to try it. How long ago did you use it? Did it 'bleed through' the fabric any?
07-03-2010, 01:51 PM
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KAY WROTE: I just made a table runner using Sharon Shambles's method as mentioned by Kiwiquilter.
***The results were above and beyond my expectations. I, too, am a convert to this method. :-) ***
I say her utube - and am very interested in using it for my next quilting projectS...got 3 waiting.
What kind of wood did you use for this? I thinking some hard wood that won't bend or warp over time.
***The results were above and beyond my expectations. I, too, am a convert to this method. :-) ***
I say her utube - and am very interested in using it for my next quilting projectS...got 3 waiting.
What kind of wood did you use for this? I thinking some hard wood that won't bend or warp over time.
07-03-2010, 02:05 PM
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I have been using the Elmer's for years and have never had a problem with it, MANY quilts. I just looked at the can and it says: Resists bleed through - great on: fabrics,foams, leather, photos. I do lots of heavy quilting and it does not gum up my needle. The stuff made for quilts that I have tried does not seem to hold, just not what I am looking for. I do pin as well.
07-03-2010, 02:50 PM
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Do you close each pin when you pin the sandwich. this might be part of the problem. It works best if you will insert the pin but don't close them until you have an area pinned. Pinching tends to bunch up the layers. Also what size pins are you using. The 1" are best. I like the curved pins for basteing.
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