Fold and stitch wreath
12-08-2016, 08:00 AM
#11
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I have the pattern and plan to use Pellon, but I also thought about using plastic canvas. I used the plastic canvas on some baskets and it worked out quite nicely, okay it was tricky but it worked. Have a gazillion pieces of plastic canvas and am trying to find ways to use it up. Arthritis is the bane of a a quilter's existence, fingers cramp up, etc. Getting old came at a most inconvenient time.
12-08-2016, 08:11 AM
#12
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I use a bit lighter fusible (950 shirtweight). It still gives the poof but is easier to turn. I also prefer the 6" finished square. I can turn these by sticking my finger in, but, I got a hemostat and everything turns so easy. Its gripping action really saves my finger joints. I just completed a dozen more for a christmas fair, I find them addictive!
12-08-2016, 10:40 AM
#13
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my hemostat is difficult for me to use. i just need to get used to how it works i'm sure. Good luck. I too have this pattern. got the foam squares for the other wreath. not thrilled with them so far.
12-09-2016, 08:20 AM
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For those using a very stiff interfacing (or the plastic canvas), may I suggest that you make your squares (or hexagons), turn the inside out and then push the interfacing in. I would make the opening as wide as possible, cut the interfacing a 1/2" smaller that the finished square, curl the interfacing and push it in. This would allow you a flat area to topstitch 1/8" without hitting the canvas but would not let the interfacing shift around. This might help those who have a problem with the turning. But, I find the 950 stiff enough (when I finish, I usually iron with best press using a small ham) and it is very poofy.
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