what is your most favourite applique method and why??
J*
your most favourite and do tell me why please.
if you have any links, that shows you're method, would be appreciated.
ya never know i might not have seen the ones you've got.
others might like a bit of a look see at them too.
tia,
j.
Polly Esther
"J*" <wrote> only one method,
Mary
everything, looks good, and requires no equipment beyond needle/thread/
good eye. A little old lady taught me years ago, so I have no on line
sources for you. However, there is almost always some sort of
illustrated instruction in various applique techniques in most
Baltimore quilt pattern books.
Julia in MN
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Anne Rogers
> Needle-turn with freezer paper on the top. Silk thread.
I like a method that I've not seen in a book (and I've looked in
several), it's needle turn with freezer paper underneath. The only
difficulty is accurate placing of the pieces, but I suspect that could
be overcome with a light box (I don't have one). It does mean you need
to remove the paper, but then you'd have to do that on any method where
you prepare the pieces. I've found that with freezer paper on top that
there is an annoying tendency for it to peel, particularly at corners.
Cheers
Anne
Joanna
like the kind the kids use in school to stick it to my backing. Then I
just satin stitch around it. I really like it, it's easier then I ever
thought. Sometimes I use matching thread, sometimes opposite thread or
even rainbow colored thread. Depends on the project.
Joanna
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j.
"Polly Esther" wrote ...
Polly Esther
template, I have a nicely shaped heart cut from sandpaper. I cut two hunks
of fabric bigger than the heart, place them right sides together and stitch
around the sandpaper heart. Trim, slash, turn, press. Voila!
Next I hold the pressed appliqu� in position on the quilt block with a
swipe of a glue stick. The usual SM stitch is the one that goes ___/\___.
Sometimes I use matching thread and a skinny V, sometimes I'm a showoff,
load with black thread and use a blanket stitch.
This method can survive just about any wear and tear and will work for
most simple shapes. You do have to pay attention when slashing or you can
wind up with two left feet or a backwards b which is, of course, d.
Polly
Kay Ahr
needle-turn is the most beautiful. Someday I'll learn it.
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the freezer paper on the wrong side method. I had an "a-HA!" moment when I
saw someone appliqu� a piece down, snip the wrong side of the foundation and
pull the paper out through the slit.
That had never occurred to me. And it was a revelation because before I saw
that, no matter how careful I tried to be, I always distorted the piece
trying to pull the paper out before the piece was sewn completely down.
Oh, and I use the heat of my fingers to crease the fabric over the edge of
the freezer paper before I start stitching it down. I always have my little
Clover iron beside me. I don't think I could appliqu� without it.
Cindy
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Patti
I love needle-turn, but don't always have the time. Mind you, I haven't
done very much appliqu� in comparison to piecing.
.
In message <7lmrndF...@mid.individual.net>, Polly Esther
<Poll...@cableone.net> writes
>The method I use most often is the sturdiest and the fastest. For a
>template, I have a nicely shaped heart cut from sandpaper. I cut two
>hunks of fabric bigger than the heart, place them right sides together
>and stitch around the sandpaper heart. Trim, slash, turn, press. Voila!
> Next I hold the pressed appliqu� in position on the quilt block with
>a swipe of a glue stick. The usual SM stitch is the one that goes
>___/\___. Sometimes I use matching thread and a skinny V, sometimes I'm
>showoff, load with black thread and use a blanket stitch.
> This method can survive just about any wear and tear and will work
>for most simple shapes. You do have to pay attention when slashing or
>you can wind up with two left feet or a backwards b which is, of
>course, d. Polly
--
Best Regards
pat on the hill
Sally Swindells
stays in place while I sew it down. (I iron it too at this stage). I've
never used glue on the pieces.
I do a small running stitch around the outside curves and just pull the
stitches up so that it fits snugly round the freezer paper. Any visible
gathers disappear when its stitched down.
When I remove the freezer paper from the back I also trim the excess
foundation fabric back to about a 1/4" to reduce bulk.
No instruction pictures - this was the way I was taught at the LQS's
classes.
Sally at the Seaside~~~~~~~~~~~~~uk
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sallyattheseaside/
Leslie& The Furbabies in MO.
pattern in reverse on tracing paper (cheap, crispy, thin paper). The paper
drawing is pinned to the wrong side of the backing fabric. Then I work from
the 'bottom' appliqu� shapes forward. (For a simple flower with stem and
leaves and center the order would be leaves, stem and flower then flower
center.) First I'd place the green fabric for the leaves wrong side to
right side of the background. Then sewing from the paper side I outline the
leaf shape with very small stitches. Trim the leaf fabric close to the
stitching, trim away the background fabric behind the leaf and on to the
next piece.
With this method you are all ready for satin stitching as soon as the paper
pattern is removed- and bits of paper aren't a problem as they are on the
wrong side of the background. The appliqu� is prepared without using
fusibles (time consuming, bulky, expensive and it can get stiff with many
layers) or messing with any additional preparation. Your shapes are all in
place with the edges well secured and ready to satin stitch in the same
order as they were outline stitched.
And I *always* test my satin stitch and the threads I will be using before I
start sewing the satin stitch on the block/quilt top and I *always* use a
quality tear-away stabilizer. And I *always* use the sm foot with a groove
on the bottom and an open toe- so I can see exactly what I'm doing and the
satin stitch slides nicely under the foot- otherwise it can get stuck and
the stitches will pile up and make an ugly lump of stitches. I have
pivoting on the curves down to an art! ;-)
Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
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Polly Esther
cloths until your method and I become friendly. Yesterday I saw a special
offer of four burp cloths for only $ 32.00. Not, of course, including tax
and shipping. Doesn't that just stagger you? What is your preferred needle
for pretty satin stitching? Polly
"Leslie& The Furbabies in MO." <
Sandy
wrote:
Like Pat, I haven't done nearly as much appliqu� as piecing, but I have
done a little. For machine appliqu� (which I much prefer at this stage),
I like to use Sharon Schamber's technique. She glues the edges of each
piece around a special foundation that becomes fiber after getting wet
(this allows it to make the appliqu� "puff" very slightly). Then use a
tiny ZZ stitch all around.
For hand appliqu�, which I'm still trying to learn to like, Martha
Nordstrand has a good way. The pieces are glue-sticked around freezer
paper, then "placed" on a template of the entire pattern that's inside
of a piece of plastic (like a page protector) and glued in place. Once
the glue dries, you can lift the entire motif -- stems, leaves *and*
flowers, for example -- and place it on a background fabric for hand
stitching. This allows you to audition different background quite easily.
--
Sandy in Henderson, near Las Vegas
sw.foster1 (at) gmail (dot) com (remove/change the obvious)
http://www.sandymike.net
Leslie& The Furbabies in MO.
piecing. I try out several needles and use the one that likes the fabric,
thread and the type of appliqu�- as in how may layers I'm sewing thru. On
the trial piece I start with my stitch length at .30 and width at somewhere
between 1.5 and 2.5 depending on how much the fabric shreds, how close I
trimmed, how many layers I'm working with, etc. Then I make my minor
adjustments as needed. And I always lower the top tension from 5 to 4 to
prevent the bobbin thread from coming to the top- unless that's the look I
want for that piece. So... as always- it depends! LOL
What a fine sale you found on those burp cloths. I hope you stocked up!
VBEG
Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
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>
> And I *always* test my satin stitch and the threads I will be using before
> I start sewing the satin stitch on the block/quilt top and I *always* use
> a quality tear-away stabilizer.
Leslie, do you place the stabilizer between the foundation fabric and the
copy paper?
Cindy
Polly Esther
stitching that requires the stabilizer. Her instructions are very
particular (not the word I'm looking for but good enough) - I'm thinking
I'd better print them and keep them close at hand before I give it a try.
Polly
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etc. stacked above that. Sometimes I use a heavy water soluble stabilizer
when it's appropriate like for machine lace (it's terribly expensive and I
resent every millimeter of waste!), but my very favorite stabilizer is Easy
Stitch. I buy it by the bolt. It's a bit spongy and rubbery feeling and
has perforations. The one thing I really love about it is that it will melt
away under a hot iron. Now don't go thinking I melt it off rather than tear
it! VBG Like for the edges of postcards when you satin stitch the edges,
then pull off the tear away you have will little whiskers of the stabilizer
on the edge of the postcard. A hot iron will make those disappear when you
use the Easy Stitch. I often make free standing appliqu�s and satin stitch
the edges before it's applied to the quilt- same thing with melting the
whiskers.
DO NOT iron anything larger than whiskers when using Easy Stitch!!! ;-)
Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
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Ginger in CA
use one used dry sheet and then the fabric of choice. Sew wrong side
of abric to the dryer sheet. Trim, then make a slit in the dryer
sheet, turn right sides out.
I used ths method also when doing my Moon over the Mountain blocks!
Ginger in CA
hand-sewing the binding on baby quilt today, label, off to the wash
with it, then gifting it off
On Nov 7, 7:20 pm, "Polly Esther" <Polly...@cableone.net> wrote:
> The method I use most often is the sturdiest and the fastest. For a
> template, I have a nicely shaped heart cut from sandpaper. I cut two hunks
> of fabric bigger than the heart, place them right sides together and stitch
> around the sandpaper heart. Trim, slash, turn, press. Voila!
> Next I hold the pressed appliqué in position on the quilt block with a
Leslie& The Furbabies in MO.
shapes have been outline sewn in place thru the paper- with the appropriate
fabric- onto the background fabric... not a foundation fabric. I only sew
thru the paper to get the outline of the shapes stitched in place... then
it's removed. And don't forget to trim after each step.
Then I satin stitch over the straight stitches and tiny margin that's left
after trimming the appliqu�d fabrics... that were sewn thru the paper. I
apologize for not being clearer in the instructions- I'd just woke up and
hadn't yet had my Diet Cherry Coke! LOL
It's always worth the few extra minutes of experimenting with a technique,
fabrics, threads, needles, stabilizers and tension settings to save hours of
frustration and wasted fabrics. And asking lots of questions to get
everything clear in your mind! LOL
Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
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Patti
outward 'corner'. I did spend a long time fixing that in my mind before
I started one important piece O was doing for the church.
.
In message <7lodedF...@mid.individual.net>, Leslie& The Furbabies
in MO. <quilt...@yahoo.com> writes
>Sorry, yes, the paper is removed before the satin stitching- after all
>the shapes have been outline sewn in place thru the paper- with the
>appropriate fabric- onto the background fabric... not a foundation
>fabric. I only sew thru the paper to get the outline of the shapes
>stitched in place... then it's removed. And don't forget to trim after
>each step.
>
>Then I satin stitch over the straight stitches and tiny margin that's
>left after trimming the appliqu�d fabrics... that were sewn thru the
>paper. I apologize for not being clearer in the instructions- I'd just
>woke up and hadn't yet had my Diet Cherry Coke! LOL
>
>It's always worth the few extra minutes of experimenting with a
>technique, fabrics, threads, needles, stabilizers and tension settings
>to save hours of frustration and wasted fabrics. And asking lots of
>questions to get everything clear in your mind! LOL
>
>Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
Patti
ago!)
.
In message <7lob2nF...@mid.individual.net>, Polly Esther
<Poll...@cableone.net> writes
>Cindy, I think Leslie has the tracing paper gone before she does the
>satin stitching that requires the stabilizer. Her instructions are
>very particular (not the word I'm looking for but good enough) - I'm
>thinking I'd better print them and keep them close at hand before I
>give it a try. Polly
--
Rita
siggie.
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Rita
http://ritasquilts.com
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teleflora
> stitching that requires the stabilizer. Her instructions are very
> particular (not the word I'm looking for but good enough) - I'm thinking
> I'd better print them and keep them close at hand before I give it a try.
> Polly
Well, DUH. I read it, but parts slipped away by the time I got to the end.
I think I'm too stupid to try this at home.
I'm going to have to wait until Les can come show me.
Cindy
teleflora
> Then I satin stitch over the straight stitches and tiny margin that's left
> after trimming the appliqu�d fabrics... that were sewn thru the paper. I
> apologize for not being clearer in the instructions- I'd just woke up and
> hadn't yet had my Diet Cherry Coke! LOL
No, you were quite clear. I just read it wrong.
I like this idea. And I like Sandy's description of Martha Nordstram's
technique, as well. I like the idea of being able to audition different
backgrounds. Unfortunately, it seems the only way to learn Miss Martha's
technique is to find one of her workshops. I don't even see a book listed
anywhere!
Cindy
teleflora
Cindy
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J*
dont you mean right side of the fabric to the dryer sheet, then slit and
turn rightside out.
i dont use dryer sheets, hardly ever use the dryer actually.
i use the really lightweight non-fuse, non woven interfacing.
buy it by the yard so lasts a fair long while as applique isnt big pieces
and i dont use that method all the time. method used depends on the project.
j.
"Ginger in CA" wrote ...
J*
the baby spits up on them, why so damn expensive.
the mind boggles.
j.
"Polly Esther" wrote ...
Dr. Zachary Smith
I'm trying to follow this thread myself, since I'm *juuuuuust* about
there - or will be before I'm ready. Don't understand a word of it
yet. While I haven't read it yet myself, I'm going to start with the
method(s) described in "Machine Quilting for the Terrified
Quilter" (NAYY) 'cuuuuz... I bought it for DW some time ago, and she's
reading it now - says it's good.
I just found out that there's a companion DVD.
http://www.martingale-pub.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=968
I just watched the sample online vid, and predictably, it wasn't
informative at all, except there is some mention of freezer paper
(whoopie¡)*
Doc
*I just decided that written English needs another punctuation mark.
If an exclamation point indicates surprise/enthusiasm/excitement, then
I propose an inverted exclamation point be used to indicate the lack/
absence of same. YMMV.
lyn5
DOT-...@jjjjjjj.jjj> wrote:
> Needle-turn with freezer paper on the top. Silk thread.
>
> Julia in MN
>
> >
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What is the advantage of putting the freezer paper on the top? My fav.
is plain old needle turn and silk thread-- soooo fun
lyn
Roberta
side, trim to about 1/8" seam allowance, and turn just enough to hide
the pencil.
Why? because it needs minimum preparation and no special supplies.
Roberta in D
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teleflora
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> Plain old needle-turn. Mark the shape with a fine pencil on the right
> side, trim to about 1/8" seam allowance, and turn just enough to hide
> the pencil.
>
> Why? because it needs minimum preparation and no special supplies.
> Roberta in D
Well, what it lacks in prep and supplies are more than made up for in
necessity of skill and patience. Needle turn with no FP is the ultimate. I
think it's what we all aspire to. I don't see it happening for me any time
soon!
Cindy > yes, I know, practice, Practice, PRACTICE!
J*
tis what we all aspire to indeed.
i reckon starting with double (interfaced) applique method, then do some
freezer paper (top or bottom or both), then move on to the 'plain old
needle-turn' is the way to go.
this gives you practice making those tiny stitches on edges that hold rather
than fly about on ya.
tho i still use various methods on various designs as works best for me.
j.
"teleflora" wrote ...
Well, what it lacks in prep and supplies are more than made up for in
necessity of skill and patience. Needle turn with no FP is the ultimate. I
think it's what we all aspire to. I don't see it happening for me any time
soon!
Cindy > yes, I know, practice, Practice, PRACTICE!
"Roberta" wrote ...
Marcella Peek
sew! Impatient I am.
I know a lot of people are daunted by the idea of needle turn, but
that's what I learned first and it remains the easiest for me. Maybe if
I'd started with a different method I'd feel differently. Hard to say.
marcella
In article <q5igf59bskclaq8n9...@4ax.com>,
Roberta
easier it was.....NOT! Just got in the way, made everything stiff and
crackly. One of my quilt buddies does gorgeous applique using contact
paper instead of FP. Sticks much better, and it's a little more
flexible, but it still feels awkward to me.
Roberta in D
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wrote:
Maureen Wozniak
(in article <jorif591d95a02em2...@4ax.com>):
> I tried the FP, I really did, because everybody raved about how much
> easier it was.....NOT! Just got in the way, made everything stiff and
> crackly. One of my quilt buddies does gorgeous applique using contact
> paper instead of FP. Sticks much better, and it's a little more
> flexible, but it still feels awkward to me.
> Roberta in D
>
> On Mon, 9 Nov 2009 11:41:37 -0600, "teleflora" <tele...@hotmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>>
>> "Roberta" <Roberta@Home> wrote in message
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>>>
I had a similar experience. I just couldn't get the hang of the freezer
paper so went back to plain ole' needle turn. As a result I don't have
absolutely gorgeous applique, but that is simply lack of practice.
I love applique and handquilting. I love finishing things too so more often
than not it's pieced blocks and machine quilting for me.
Maureen
Ruby
plain sheets. the advantage is you can print your appliqu� directly on
the paper. it sticks well but stick it to your pant leg or something
first to tone down the stickiness so it won't leave a residue.
Ruby
teleflora
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> you can use the sheets of peel and stick used for making labels the plain
> sheets. the advantage is you can print your appliqu� directly on the
> paper. it sticks well but stick it to your pant leg or something first to
> tone down the stickiness so it won't leave a residue. Ruby
Ruby, you can buy freezer paper in sheets to run through the printer or
copier. I usually just opt for tracing on regular FP. I'm using some now
that I can't remember where I bought it so I have no idea what brand it is.
It sticks better than any other kind I've ever used. If it came in a box, I
must have take it out. I store rolls of freezer paper and fusible web in a
wine rack on top of my cabinet in the sewing room.
Cindy
Pat in Virginia
Machine appliqu�! Why? It is accurate, fun, and I am good at that technique.
Pat in VA/USA
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fabric stores?? I can see where rolls would be better as you could get
longer pieces. thanks.
ruby
lyn5
> Ruby, you can buy freezer paper in sheets to run through the printer or
> copier. I usually just opt for tracing on regular FP. I'm using some now
> that I can't remember where I bought it so I have no idea what brand it is.
> It sticks better than any other kind I've ever used. If it came in a box, I
> must have take it out. I store rolls of freezer paper and fusible web in a
> wine rack on top of my cabinet in the sewing room.
>
> Cindy
A wine rack!! Great idea Cindy :)
lyn
Polly Esther
Weave. (thread count?) Finish. I did a red rose appliqu� for Donna's
Hug. Those fabrics kicked, cussed and frayed at every turn. If that had
been my first appliqu�, it surely would have been my last. Polly
"Pat in Virginia" <wrote> Favorite: > Machine appliqu�! Why? It is accurate,
Pati, in Phx
as Polly..... it depends.
Depends on the purpose, the project, the way the pattern parts are
provided and the fabric as well as the time I have/want to devote to
the project. <VBG>
There are several different machine applique techniques I like to use,
each gives a bit different effect/look. One of my favorite is using
fusible thread to anchor the patch in place then stitching the edge as
desired. (Satin stitch, invisible applique stitch or decorative
blanket or other stitch.) Convenience of fusible, but no stiffness,
especially with multiple layers and/or large pieces. <G>
For hand applique I will stay with the Back Basting technique. It is a
form of needle turn, but no freezer paper or other templates are used.
You do have to draw your design.....once. The first step is to draw
the entire "picture", in reverse, on the back of your base fabric.
From then on all you use is needles, threads, and scissors.(Perhaps a
pin or two depending on the size of your pieces.) <G> There are no
drawn lines on the front to have to hide, and it works really well.
From the back, using a big needle and big thread (I usually use a
large embroidery needle and cheap hand quilting thread) baste the most
underneath/first piece in place with a running stitch. Stitch exactly
on the line, and make stitches that are long enough to see, clip and
remove later. From the front, trim the applique piece a "turn under"
allowance away from the line of stitches. If it is a large piece you
can trim just a part at a time. Clip the thread of the basting and
remove a few stitches... enough to turn under the seam allowance and
start sewing it down with fine thread and small needle of choice. The
basting "marks" the fold line and the position line (which is why you
use a big needle/thread) The fabric turns easily where it has been
basted, and no pins to catch your thread. Keep removing a few stitches
as you go around the applique. I can even get really sharp points with
this method, and haven't been able to with other methods.
There are on line tutorials with pictures of the Back Basting
technique....
You can also use this technique to "fussy applique" parts of a fabric
print. In this case select the, for example, flower you want to
applique on. Baste around with a running stitch following the line of
the design. Trim leaving appropriate seam allowance and continue.
Works a dream. <G>
Have fun,
Pati, in Phx
Edna Pearl
case, a file called "applique." My files of RCTQ posts rival most books on
quilting, at this point. Thank you.
ep
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edges to the background cloth and
stitch away. Sooooo relaxing.
I have tried to do it with freezer paper, in fact, i have a whole roll
of the stuff, just in case I decide to
try it again....it's now about 5 yrs old~the freezer ppr that is.
amy in CNY