PLEASE HELP - Which stitch would you use???
10-20-2013, 01:25 PM
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I would go with a blanket stitch as well if its going to be a lap quilt, zig-zag can get kind of stiff feeling if it gets too thick. I can't wait to see what you make!! FYI, not sure if you have use of embroidery machine but Urban Threads has an awesome set that embroiders out the constellations.
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10-20-2013, 04:06 PM
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I would use Texture Magic on the trees to give them texture easily. I used it in a quilt for bushes and it worked perfectly! You can find Texture Magic at http://www.superiorthreads.com/produ...texture-magic/ or your LQS may have it. Great ideas to give this quilt the oomph it deserves!!
10-20-2013, 04:53 PM
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If you are going to be using your machine to sew it, I would use the stitch that takes two stitches out side the applique, and one bite in, I do machine applique all the time and this is what I use, sorry that I don't know the name of the stitch. When I use pictures that are printed in material I use June Taylors Computer printer fabric(white fabric,pfd in the 81/2 x 11) this is the best that I or any of my fellow quilter friends have found. You get a really good deal on http//:www.junetaylor.com (shoot I never get the link thing correct. The number on the package is JT-858computer fabric. Good luck and enjoy.
10-20-2013, 05:19 PM
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I would use Texture Magic on the trees to give them texture easily. I used it in a quilt for bushes and it worked perfectly! You can find Texture Magic at http://www.superiorthreads.com/produ...texture-magic/ or your LQS may have it. Great ideas to give this quilt the oomph it deserves!!
10-20-2013, 05:27 PM
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If you are going to be using your machine to sew it, I would use the stitch that takes two stitches out side the applique, and one bite in, I do machine applique all the time and this is what I use, sorry that I don't know the name of the stitch. When I use pictures that are printed in material I use June Taylors Computer printer fabric(white fabric,pfd in the 81/2 x 11) this is the best that I or any of my fellow quilter friends have found. You get a really good deal on http//:www.junetaylor.com (shoot I never get the link thing correct. The number on the package is JT-858computer fabric. Good luck and enjoy.
Are you talking about a twin needle stitch???
10-20-2013, 05:52 PM
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I think that is the hem stitch. It's the one I use on my Bernina; I just have to change its direction so the "bite" goes to the left.
10-20-2013, 06:28 PM
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10-21-2013, 05:26 AM
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I like your creative ideas .........
However, if your neighbour asked you to make the moon and night sky, then I really think you should be keeping to the request. Yes, if the neighbour agrees ... but please don't make it a surprise, otherwise you risk their disappointment, and even worse, perhaps affect your neighbourly friendship.
S/He may have other reasons why the simplicity is desired and that is not for you to decide otherwise.
However, if your neighbour asked you to make the moon and night sky, then I really think you should be keeping to the request. Yes, if the neighbour agrees ... but please don't make it a surprise, otherwise you risk their disappointment, and even worse, perhaps affect your neighbourly friendship.
S/He may have other reasons why the simplicity is desired and that is not for you to decide otherwise.
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10-21-2013, 05:37 AM
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If he is paying for it you should make it according to his latest request. If it is a gift you should feel free to combine his wishes with your creativity. IMHO
I recommend just seaming your fabric together. Straight lines are fine if you aren't comfortable with curved seams. Put the curves/hills in with quilting. At least one of the seams will probably be partially covered by the house anyway. Illusion will take care of the rest.
I recommend just seaming your fabric together. Straight lines are fine if you aren't comfortable with curved seams. Put the curves/hills in with quilting. At least one of the seams will probably be partially covered by the house anyway. Illusion will take care of the rest.
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