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salemrabbits 10-04-2012 04:09 AM

I just take big stitches and secure the pieces together, haven't had any problems as the quilting must do the rest of the work of holding pieces together....I have done this for a couple of years to control all the scraps.

AlienQuilter 10-04-2012 04:20 AM

I like the small pieces for applique when I want it to have a 3-D look to it. Also like the idea of QAYG. I was told the same as others have mentioned, overlap the edges then do a nice clean cut through both layers then whip stitch together (teacher at the LQS told me this).

I would worry about the fusible not holding through multiple washings - like a baby quilt gets multiple washings. My step mother made a cute little quilt for my oldest and every time I washed it I had to repair it before giving it back to him.

grann of 6 10-04-2012 04:30 AM


Originally Posted by AlienQuilter (Post 5560984)
I like the small pieces for applique when I want it to have a 3-D look to it. Also like the idea of QAYG. I was told the same as others have mentioned, overlap the edges then do a nice clean cut through both layers then whip stitch together (teacher at the LQS told me this).

I would worry about the fusible not holding through multiple washings - like a baby quilt gets multiple washings. My step mother made a cute little quilt for my oldest and every time I washed it I had to repair it before giving it back to him.

Yes, that is why I stitch the connecting layers together with the stepped zig zag. When it is quilted, it is not going to be a problem if it comes apart. And I, too, cut through both layers with my rotary cutter and a straight-edge ruler. Doing a wavy cut works too, but is then harder to stitch the pieces together.

WMUTeach 10-04-2012 04:35 AM

I am work and do not recall the name of product but I got it at my local quilt store and have see similar at JoAnn's. It is a white iron tape that you can use to join two pieces of batting. It appears to be a bit like a heavy mesh when you unroll it. It is about 1.5 inches wide and works really well. I have used it on baby quilts that have gotten heavy use and washing. I to make a point to be sure that my quilting crosses over the joined area but I did not do anything extraordinary. I keep using it with good results. It sure has helped use up larger scraps and you can not see any difference in the appearance of your quilt.

kydeb 10-04-2012 04:38 AM

I've pieced quite a bit of warm and natural. I actually bought the tape but have never used it! I make sure the edges are straight and I zig-zag the seam. You can't tell once it's in the quilt and it the easiest/cheapest method I've found!

paulswalia 10-04-2012 04:38 AM


Originally Posted by auntpiggylpn (Post 5558847)
I use a lightweight tricot interfacing. I have a large amount of this left over from garment sewing days. I just cut it into strips and fuse the 2 pieces of batting together. It is really cheap at Joann's - probably around $3 or $4 yard. So much cheaper than the batting tape! Or you can just zig zig the pieces together.

Aunt Piggylpn beat me to the punch. I've bought and used the tape and have had excellent results, but discovered this interfacing and it's much cheaper than the tape.

stchenfool 10-04-2012 04:51 AM


Originally Posted by bigsister63 (Post 5558895)
I have used this stuff and it works great. The width of the strip is just right for joining. there is a lot on the roll and the price is pretty cheap.

I have used the batting seam tape - this is what it's called - it works really well and can be found at your local quilt shop and Joann's. Best of luck.

stchenfool 10-04-2012 04:51 AM

Like this idea too!

helenquilt 10-04-2012 04:54 AM

I sew all my scraps together until I get the size I want. If the edges are not straight overlap the pieced and cut both pieces at the same time then pull out the tiny scraps then with the largest zizag and long basting stitch I push them together and sew. Do not let them overlap. I never throw anything over 3" away.

pollyjvan9 10-04-2012 04:55 AM

I zig zag mine when I need a larger piece.


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