Puckering while quilting.. HELP
03-09-2010, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by JUNEC
What about using a basting spray on both sides of the fabric before sewing it together
03-09-2010, 07:12 PM
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I've not done this, but I was wondering, what if you start sewing down with the middle strip and working yourself out to each side? You could adjust fabric out as necessary then.
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03-10-2010, 07:02 AM
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Originally Posted by nativetexan
sometimes stitching one line one direction and the next from the opposite direction helps. also not having too short a stitch length.
you could also use spray basting if necessary. then the fabric would not move on you. and it can be repositioned if need be before stitching.
you could also use spray basting if necessary. then the fabric would not move on you. and it can be repositioned if need be before stitching.
03-10-2010, 08:42 AM
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I think the reason you are having a problem is that you are sewing on the bias. It stretches easily. All the suggestions you have gotten are good, but I think starch may be the answer for you!! Let us know if it helps!
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03-11-2010, 05:50 AM
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I've used this "pattern" but putting it only on muslin foundation and then adding a lightweight batt and the backing. I would guess having that batt there combined with the bias is what might be creating this for you. You might have to forego the qayg idea with this design?? So goes life--sounds like a good idea but it didn't work! Always another learning experience out there.
03-11-2010, 05:58 AM
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if you are using a walking foot and it is puckering maybe its because your stitches are to long that will cause puckering because sometimes when i want to gather i will make my stitchesas long as possible and it will sort of pucker the fabric and if you can pull the threads and it sort of gathers up then your stitches are probley to long, hope this helps.
03-11-2010, 07:23 AM
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I had that happen just last week. I used my 'best friend' the ripper and tore it all out. I then set it aside because I was frustrated. Now with all of these wonderful suggestions, I can go back to it with renewed inspiration! Thanks.
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