thimblebug6000

Love your top so far! I do a lot of satin stitching and I use unprinted newsprint for my stabilizer, it is easily removed after stitching. You can buy pads of it in dollar stores, but I am using up some larger sheets that were from a moving company. I have a Husqvarna machine and using the correct foot, sometimes the satin stitching is okay without the stabilizer, but then it grabs and bunches and I have to rip out... not fun! So I always use a stabilizer. If you are wanting to use something you already have in the house you can use regular paper as well, but it takes a little more effort to remove. I have used parchment paper and even regular wax paper, I hope you can relax and enjoy the stitching!

annette1952

First of all Don't cry! Take a deep breath & blow out slowly & repeat a few times. It really does help. I do this a lot! lol Sorry this happened but things like this do. I think the bumper sticker with his name is a cute idea. Or if you want to replace the bumper just heat the piece up with your iron & it will usually peel right off & then you can replace it. Also if you are using a satin stitch or some other tight stitch then I would use a stabilizer. Otherwise you might not have to. Try your stitch on the same type practice sandwich & see if how it works for you. By the way, your quilt top is so cute. You are doing an awesome job!

carolynjo

That quilt is cute and very different.

yngldy

Instead of a bumper sticker, how about a license plate with his name, in one corner the state or abbreviation of, and in the other top corner month/yr born?? Cute quilt. It just reminded me that years ago I bought some VW fabric with neon colors for the cars and peace signs. Bought it for a quilt for my niece when she got a Bug. I kept the fabric longer than she kept the car, lol. Will have to dig it out and see what I can do with it.

Innov8R

I would use stabilizer and be careful to tear it away after you do your stitching around the edges. I a probably would not use a satin stitch but select a less dense stitch from my machine. You might want to try various stitches on your machine on a scrap before you commit to the project. I love the idea from QM to put a bumper sticker on it.

muskratwine

I did something like that for my son - he has a 1979 VW camper bus they use a lot for camping. Yes use a stabilizer on the back. I like the Pellon tear away stabilizer. The satin stitches will crinkle & pucker the background fabric if you don't use it. And if you're unhappy with the bumper, then yes replace it or you'll never be happy with it whenever you look at it!! It's really cute!!! Good luck & I'm sure your son will love it!!

madamekelly

For the bumper sticker a peace sign, or the word peace.....or " I ❤️ Dogs" etc.

kiffie2413

What an adorable quilt! I do lots of machine applique, most often I use the blanket stitch...and I rarely use a stabilizer behind.. unless 1 (or both) of the fabrics happens to be extra thin. Through the years, I've had no problems.
Here's a pic of a vehicle theme quilt I made about 5 years ago, I didn't use any stabilizer.. per the mom of the recipient it's been through several washings, and so far so good.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]570035[/ATTACH]
Regards,
Kif

Teddybear Lady

Thank you so much everyone for your input. I'm changing the bumper because if I don't, I'll be mad at myself. haha As for doing a blanket stitch, I showed my son and he didn't like it. I have done satin stitch before on various things and they turned out okay. I just know to take it slow and easy.

I will be sure and show you my progress. It might be a few days.

I don't feel like crying anymore thank goodness. I have a wonderful husband who hugs me and spoils me so when I get stressed, he holds me tight and tells me everything will be alright!

I was just thinking that I use this quilting board as my quilting bible. haha When I need an answer for a life situation, I go read my bible. When I need an answer or assurance about my quilting, I come here.

Thanks for being there and always willing to help

Debbie/ Asher Jude's Grammy

eimay

So very cute. Another possibility on the bumper is a license plate with either name or birth year.