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    Old 06-13-2011, 06:23 PM
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    Dumb question here...how do you use it on your quilts, other than to keep appliques in place? I get that one, as I have used fabric glue sticks, but the binding and for keeping seams in tact??? Do tell lol
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    Old 06-13-2011, 06:36 PM
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    This may answer your question. This works great...


    http://quiltinggallery.com/2008/05/1...s-school-glue/
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    Old 06-13-2011, 08:22 PM
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    featherweight......thanks for the site. This may be the next new thing in my life.M
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    Old 06-13-2011, 08:26 PM
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    I was turned onto the Elmers School Glue (or the generic) and glue sticks a few years ago and I don't know what I would ever do without it. When I use it for my bindings I set the school glue with the iron. I always wash my quilts before gifting and it washes right out.
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    Old 06-14-2011, 03:28 AM
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    Originally Posted by featherweight
    This may answer your question. This works great...


    http://quiltinggallery.com/2008/05/1...s-school-glue/
    Thanks! Great videos :) Binding scares me to death, but this would make things much easier, for sure!
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    Old 06-14-2011, 04:34 AM
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    A friend who uses a lot of glue told me the Avery is the best for glue stick, but says to get the one that says Made in Mexico, she swears there is a difference to the Avery made in other places. She wins at big national shows with her quilts, so I trust her recommendations. She also uses some Elmers school glue which she puts into a dispenser with a very tiny opening. Can't remember where she told me to get those, but it was one of the catalogs you get in the mail.
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    Old 06-14-2011, 06:03 AM
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    I only use archival glue sticks in my sewing/quilting projects so the threads won't break down over time. I use the sticks on the first fabric in paper piecing instead of pinning. I use it on some of my handbags, in situations where I need 3 hands, and for small bindings instead of pinning... a dab every few inches.
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    Old 06-14-2011, 06:30 AM
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    What a great idea. I have used Elmers or Staples glue stick in some of the embroidery and applique things I have done, but never thought about using it for quilting instead of dozens of pins. So glad I found the quilting board. Get new ideas almost every day. Thank you to the great experience on this board.
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    Old 06-14-2011, 06:51 AM
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    Originally Posted by featherweight
    I love, love, love using Elmers School Glue for bindings. Don't laugh, I use Elmers "Clear" School glue in my spiked hair. Brushes out easier than gel and it is not sticky as you may think. I have never had drips coming down my face when I am in the rain either... LOL
    A unique and new 'idea' for glue. I learn at least one thing on this board EVERYDAY! :-D
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    Old 06-14-2011, 06:56 AM
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    Originally Posted by IBQUILTIN
    I use Glue-Baste-It a lot. Washes out when I am all finished
    I just read the directions for using this product. Have you ever had problems with the glue drying and blocking the tiny needle? Do you use their refill glue @ $17 per 6 oz.? An inquiring mind would like to know before ordering. Thanks! :shock: :shock:
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