Help with fluffy batting
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Help with fluffy batting
I was gifted a roll of thick/fluffy batting and I struggle quilting it with my HQ16. I am a new frame quilter which doesn稚 help I知 sure. The main problem is around the edges, getting them even with no puckers. I would like to use this batting for the donation quilts I知 making. Could someone give me some tips on how to quilt using this batting without ruining the quilt? Thanks for any suggestions.
Barb in Kansas
Barb in Kansas
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I have used Therm-o-Web and 504 basting spray to secure quilt edges on my frame. I did it after the quilt was mounted. I was careful to spray just a little at a time towards the center of the quilt to avoid getting overspray on my frame. You could probably also use Elmer's washable school glue along the edges if you are willing to wait to let the glue dry.
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not at all a fan of fluffy poly bat--seems it such hard work not getting puckers. but when I've been stuck with it from a customer (before I decided a no high-loft poly!) I'd baste, baste, baste. Frankly, I'd either use it for tie quilts or donate it on to someone that wanted to tie quilts.
#6
I use a fluffy poly batt and love it. However mine is only 1/2" loft, so it's manageable. I spray baste and then press the batting down flat with my two open hands as I quilt it. That "pressing" keeps the top or bottom fabric from shifting.
If the batting is thicker than 1/2", I'd suggest tying it.
If the batting is thicker than 1/2", I'd suggest tying it.
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