Wow! Your hearts are beautiful. What is the secret to such perfect satin stitching and what thread do you use for it?
Thanks, Kiwi! I set the stitch length at about 1/3 of the way between 0 and 1 on my machine, and set the stitch width to 3.0. I find if I stitch off the edge of the applique into the foundation fabric, that helps also. And if you need more stabilization so it doesn't pucker, try pressing the waxy side of freezer paper to the back side, then just tear off the paper when you're done. I didn't need to do that, but I did use a fusible web to adhere the applique to the background, then I loosened the top thread tension so the bobbin thread wouldn't show. The thread was actually serger thread. It's a bit thicker than regular thread. I like the sheen it gives.
Sunnye
02-15-2012 06:52 PM
Really nice job and very cute to boot!
Highmtn
02-15-2012 07:11 PM
OOOooooooooooooooooooooooo... I so LOVE THIS PROJECT! BE-AU-TI-FUL!
Cuddly Quilter
02-16-2012 02:11 AM
Thanks for sharing. Each design is beautiful with the different edgings.
Jingle
02-16-2012 12:27 PM
All of them are beautiful. Wonderful work.
char634w
02-16-2012 03:15 PM
Awesome, I can see why you love it - you are great at it. Thanks for sharing.
donnaree59
02-16-2012 03:51 PM
Oh my! BEAUTIFUL work!
janetter
02-16-2012 06:05 PM
I also love applique but I was totally impressed with your photography abilities, u really made your stitches so visible. Great Quiilt
