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dsch 04-16-2016 08:36 AM

Help! My string has a hole in it!
 
When I finished a memory quilt made with men's dress shirts sewn into string blocks, I was checking for threads that needs trimming. I was horrified to find that some corners on a couple of the blocks had pulled loose. It's not really that noticeable, but I know it's there. Is there any way to fix or cover the spots? Thanks

ManiacQuilter2 04-16-2016 08:41 AM

That is why I tend to stay away from used clothing. I myself would iron on some fusible interfacing on the back to stop any more fraying. After quilting, attach some buttons?? Just a thought, not brilliant.

linda8450 04-16-2016 08:57 AM

I would also use fusible interfacing, then mark with a big safety pin so you can find them later. Perhaps applique something over that area, or sew buttons as mentioned. Short of unsewing and replacing the squares, I think that would be my solution.

toverly 04-16-2016 09:21 AM

I use the fusible method too. Then make certain that I quilt over it for security.

joyce888 04-16-2016 09:35 AM

The fusible interfacing works great to fuse the stitches and keep them from raveling. I cut thin strips and ironed them over the seams on some blocks that were raveling so bad that I worried they would not hold together.

Tartan 04-16-2016 10:50 AM

​I would applique a shape over the problem spots and a few extra.

lynnie 04-16-2016 01:51 PM

I would applique hearts over the problem area, it makes it look nice. I had the same problem with strip pieces I was using on a quilt. the recipient loved that I put hearts into her quilt. If she only knew!

thimblebug6000 04-16-2016 03:39 PM

If it's just the stitching that has pulled away, I would go back in and hand stitch the seams together.

quiltingshorttimer 04-16-2016 07:04 PM

Have you already quilted it? there is product--not Fray Check, but something else, that will seal it without becoming stiff but can't remember the name of it.

DOTTYMO 04-17-2016 03:27 AM

I'd but on applique shape. Using fusible interfacing.


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