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Originally Posted by joyce888
(Post 5385892)
Even though I'm a person that presses seams open I would be willing to use this method on some of those difficult seams that always seem to go askew.
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Thanks for the advise..
I find it truely amazing how much I absorb from everybody.
Originally Posted by Chicca
(Post 5384190)
Yes, I am using Elmers washable school glue. Awhile back, I had tried a generic brand and it was a disaster, discolored the fabric and did not wash out well. Elmers is a must for me from now on. Just do a search on glue basting and you will find loads of links with tutorials and various other ways of using it (binding, applique, basting an entire quilt ). I have tried glue sticks, but was not as happy. Yet others swear by them. I think that trying various methods is fun and informative and helps keep me from getting stuck in a rut. Hope that you give it a try.
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Ok, here comes the dumb question. How do you keep he seams lined up while getting it ironed and not get your fingers burned? Is there some tool you use? Could you picture this. I'm doing a Little 9 patch I'd like to try this on.
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Thanks for sharing this with us!! I plan to use this idea soon.
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Love this board - always something new to learn! Will have to keep this in mind and give it a try! Thanks for sharing!
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Originally Posted by Chicca
(Post 5384789)
No the glue did not transfer to my needle. When I pressed it with the iron, it dries the glue within a few seconds. Of course, with this project I only used just a tiny drop of glue at each seam....laid the next row on top, taking time to match seams and pressing as I went along. I would say that each row took about a half minute to a minute to prepare, iron and then instantly took to machine and sewed the seam. With Elmers Washable School Glue, I have not had any problems with it washing out and never had a discoloration on any fabric. I wait until the whole project is completed and then wash. I have never in other projects seen any evidence, or even felt stiff....so assume it washes out fabulously. Hopefully, I have answered all of your questions. If not, post again and ask away; I will do my best to answer your questions with what I have experienced and hopefully others will respond as well.
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Elmer's School Glue savings
Save on the Elmer's School Glue by purchasing it by the gallon and refilling your four ounce or whatever size
bottles you have. Get enough bottles so that you don't have to refill so often. The cheapest that I have been able to get the four ounce bottles is $1.49 even with back to school sales, 37 cents an ounce. I can get the gallon for $15.60 or 12 cents an ounce at the office supply store.
Originally Posted by Chicca
(Post 5384173)
I agree....definetely going to be stocking up on this wonderful helper. It does work great for bindings; I also watched her video and gave it a try. Totally hooked. For some reason, the pins are one of my pet pieves....they must be neat. Probablly from poking fingers far to often. LOL. Yes, it is a 301 that was my mothers. Her mother bought it from the local high school and she has been running brilliantly with thousands of miles (most likely). Have a great time with yours; I love mine for straight stitches.
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I have used the washable school glue for seams for about 3 years now and always found it great for accuracy. Since I am slow it does take me a bit more time than pinning, but well worth it for the accuracy.
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I've used Sharon Schamber's method of binding for several years now. Absolutely love it! I use it for matching patterns, especially on joining pieces for the backing. Now, I have a new use for it. Never thought of using it for piecing. I've had blocks that I have taken apart several times, because the points didn't come together as well as I would like. This would certainly eliminate that. Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks! Wonderful results and I have just purchased a large bottle of school glue too!!
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