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08-19-2011, 12:30 PM

#11

snipforfun

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I do a lot of "persuasive pressing"! I beat them into submission!

08-19-2011, 01:12 PM

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ManiacQuilter2

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Usually steam works for me !!! :)

08-19-2011, 02:05 PM

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oma66

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I use sizing.

08-19-2011, 02:21 PM

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patchsamkim

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Most of the time I just use steam, but some times I do use sizing...and just started using the Best press...got some as a gift and like it.

08-19-2011, 02:27 PM

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Barb44

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ckcowl

seldom do i have a need to use anything while constructing my blocks- if the fabrics need any starch-or water it happens before i cut- so while constructing the blocks i do not chance distorting the block with moisture-

Me, too. I don't even like using steam as it can stretch the fabric. I used to use steam and nothing ever fit. Since I have been using a dry iron my seams line up good.

08-19-2011, 02:27 PM

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Raggiemom

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Usually steam works but have pulled out the starch before.

08-19-2011, 02:36 PM

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EasyPeezy

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I use a very small piece of cloth which I spray with water then put it on the
seam and press the seam once. Remove the cloth and continue pressing with
a dry iron. I don't like water or steam to get all over as it can cause some
unwanted shrinkage and distort my block. My seams are as flat as they can get. :-D

08-19-2011, 02:51 PM

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DogHouseMom

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I starch my fabric every time I lay an iron to it.

08-19-2011, 03:27 PM

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MellieKQuilter

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Barb44

Quote:

Originally Posted by ckcowl

Me, too. I don't even like using steam as it can stretch the fabric. I used to use steam and nothing ever fit. Since I have been using a dry iron my seams line up good.

Oh good... I was thinking I was the only one! (that used a dry iron)