I bought some glue
#22
A question... has anybody used the Elmers glue sticks? This just gave me an idea to help my DIL as she is learning to piece. The pins seem to be worrisome to her so she overcompensates in the seam area before removing the pins. I cringe but i can see what she is trying to accomplish with her work around! Might make it a little easier till she gets a little more experience.
This is how precise you can get with only it and no pins ...
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#23
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For Roxanne's, you pay for the bottle with great tip. Then you buy the less expensive refill bottle and use the same tip cap. Or you can refill with Elmer's.
Dierdra McElroy (Roxanne's daughter) invented Roxanne's Basting Glue. She is an award winning hand quilter and in hand applique so the difference must be in those applications where the glue is used.
Dierdra McElroy (Roxanne's daughter) invented Roxanne's Basting Glue. She is an award winning hand quilter and in hand applique so the difference must be in those applications where the glue is used.
#24
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McElroy did not invent the glue. She may have designed the bottle/tip, but the glue was and is manufactured by a glue company that specializes in water based glues like Elmer's. After the sale of Glue Baste it...Ms McElroy stated in public, that the glue was, indeed, just like Elmer's glue. I met with the company that manufactured the glue. It is water based, and they are particular about the water they use....no salt, chemicals etc. They filter all of their water sever times before making the glue itself. Roxanne Products Company is no longer in business. Not sure who purchased them several years ago. I am glad for the bottles and tips! will keep filling with Elmer's.
#25
My understanding is the glue should be washable. You want to get it out after it has served its purpose. Otherwise the quilt could have stiff spots. I am just finishing up a quilt design that recommended washable glue sticks. It did do the job and it does wash out.
#26
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Join Date: Jun 2012
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Not too long ago someone mentioned Aleene's fabric glue to add cute little things to wall hangings. I was in Michael's the other day and discovered such a complete line of glues I could not believe it.
Had been looking for a glue for wood and for a small few bought a bottle that worked perfectly. Gotta say I really love you guys. I have learned so much!
Had been looking for a glue for wood and for a small few bought a bottle that worked perfectly. Gotta say I really love you guys. I have learned so much!
#30
I didn't know that. Thanks for the tip. I have both but Elmer's is a lot cheaper.
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