Light(er) weight fusible for table runner
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Light(er) weight fusible for table runner
I want to make a table runner and am in a quandary about the type of fusible to use. I'm using quilting quality fabric. I plan to fuse each side of the table runner with a light-weight fusible "to give it some body," but I don't want the runner to be stiff.
My plan is top stitch two rows around the edges rather than quilt it.
What do you suggest I use?
If I am using a stabilizer, do I need to wash the fabric first?
Thank you!
My plan is top stitch two rows around the edges rather than quilt it.
What do you suggest I use?
If I am using a stabilizer, do I need to wash the fabric first?
Thank you!
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Thats what I use, prefer non fusible...yes, wash fab (or at least soak for a bit) before sewing to get that initial shrink factor out..then washing after usage is less wrinkly...(what I do)
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I too use the Pelon non-fusible fleece. I wash the fabric and dry it hot before making the topper. Before I started quilting again I bought some place mats at a craft show -- when I washed and dried them the fabric really shrunk and the batting did not. I always remember this when I make my placemats and runners.
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#8
I haven't seen puckering from the fusible interfacing.
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