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DebsShelties 10-23-2011 04:10 AM
Originally Posted by AlwaysQuilting
Originally Posted by DebsShelties
At a quilt meeting a month ago, stencils were shown, how to use etc. One method was to trace onto paper (a wax type) then sew on the lines. I have been doing that. When I trace the stencil, I use a foam board and sharpies - keeps the ink on the paper.
Something new for me, I am enjoying getting new stencils for later projects.
Interesting idea.
But how do you keep the paper from shifting while you're stitching? Do you iron the wax paper to the quilt top or maybe spray adhesive?
I pin it. guess I need to post a couple of pics.

DebsShelties 10-23-2011 04:17 AM
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Here are a couple of pics

DebsShelties 10-23-2011 04:18 AM
Originally Posted by carolaug
Do the stitches get loose when you pull off the paper?
Sometimes, I try to be careful when pulling the paper off.

QuiltE 10-23-2011 04:45 AM
Originally Posted by DebsShelties
Originally Posted by carolaug
Do the stitches get loose when you pull off the paper?
Sometimes, I try to be careful when pulling the paper off.
YIKES! after doing that work, I wouldn't want to pull the thread loose!

QuiltE 10-23-2011 04:46 AM
Originally Posted by DebsShelties
At a quilt meeting a month ago, stencils were shown, how to use etc. One method was to trace onto paper (a wax type) then sew on the lines. I have been doing that. When I trace the stencil, I use a foam board and sharpies - keeps the ink on the paper.
Something new for me, I am enjoying getting new stencils for later projects.
The kind of waxed paper I use here ... Sharpies would not mark on, nor most anything. What are you using?

Julie in NM 10-23-2011 04:48 AM
I buy water soulable interfacing to trace my quilting patterns. Washes away when I wash the quilt.Buy it at JAs

DebsShelties 10-23-2011 04:50 AM
Originally Posted by QuiltE
Originally Posted by DebsShelties
At a quilt meeting a month ago, stencils were shown, how to use etc. One method was to trace onto paper (a wax type) then sew on the lines. I have been doing that. When I trace the stencil, I use a foam board and sharpies - keeps the ink on the paper.
Something new for me, I am enjoying getting new stencils for later projects.
The kind of waxed paper I use here ... Sharpies would not mark on, nor most anything. What are you using?
The paper is called Golden Threads - had to go look at unused roll in the closet.

DebsShelties 10-23-2011 04:52 AM
Originally Posted by QuiltE
Originally Posted by DebsShelties
Originally Posted by carolaug
Do the stitches get loose when you pull off the paper?
Sometimes, I try to be careful when pulling the paper off.
YIKES! after doing that work, I wouldn't want to pull the thread loose!
It's not bad, you can always go back and sew a few stitches over any pulled threads. This is a learning experience for me, I know it's not perfect, doesn't need to be.

paulswalia 10-23-2011 04:52 AM
Originally Posted by Julie in NM
I buy water soulable interfacing to trace my quilting patterns. Washes away when I wash the quilt.Buy it at JAs
This has become my favorite method lately. Works like a charm!

deedum 10-23-2011 05:02 AM
I got that paper, I might just give this a try! Looks very doable for me! Thanks


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