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Linda1 02-28-2012 04:53 AM

I only use the washable glue for applique. It really holds my pieces in place and washes out.

corkygal 02-28-2012 05:05 AM

I always use 505 and never use anything else. I have never had problems with 505 although it is a bit pricey!

TanyaL 02-28-2012 05:54 AM

Does anyone use Elmer's school glue, glue stick, or Ague Net to hold the stablizers to the fabric in their embroidery hoops? I've never used anything but Sulky KK 2000 and 505 Spray and Fix. I wouldn't mind a good cheaper substitute, but not something that hurts this horribly expensive machine.

Caswews 02-28-2012 06:57 AM

Thanks for the useful information, thanks for sharing !

Quiltlady330 02-28-2012 07:24 AM


Originally Posted by greensleeves (Post 5010949)
The Elmer's spray adhesive says it it temporary for a time and then is permanent. Allows you to do some adjustments at first. I don't thing the Elmer's spray for quilt basting is the best way to go.

I agree. Beware.

OKLAHOMA PEACH 02-28-2012 07:47 AM

Thank you Ladies, was fustrated on making a seam, could get it together from the front, but when turned it over it would miss align, oh yeaH, hitting forehead moment, the glue. lol

Donna in Mo 02-28-2012 10:13 AM

Yes, I love to use glue sticks to baste. Don't have to mess with pins. Love it!

Doreen 02-28-2012 10:32 AM

I use the elmer's glue in the bottle to do basting. 505 is better to spray baste a whole quilt.

IBQLTN 02-28-2012 01:18 PM

Yes, temporary means you can reposition what you are placing if you do it QUICKLY. After that it becomes permanently fixed in place. I used this to glue a poem on a piece of wood. You have about 20-30 seconds before it is there for good!

jmckenzie 02-28-2012 01:39 PM

NOT "regular" Elmer's glue. Make sure it's the "washable" school glue. It will wash out with presoaking when the quilt is washed. It does work great!


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