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moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 23, 2009
08:02 PM Post #7201784
| i see there is alot of quilting block swaps going on but they are to hard for me to do,wanted to know if anyone ever does one for "anything goes" quilt swap? like maybe simple butterflies,or anything that can be applique on a square,that is what i am used to doing not the ones that you have to piece the whole block together lol plmk and thxs |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 23, 2009
08:43 PM Post #7201905
| we do some swaps, that the sewer decides the blocks that will be made, doing it in colors of the recipients choice...just keep watching... |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 23, 2009
10:04 PM Post #7202270
| Maybe we do need an applique swap. Don't think we've done one of those before...
After the holidays I might be tempted. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 25, 2009
11:50 AM Post #7206616
| Are you talking machine applique or hand applique? I don't have an embroidery machine... |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 25, 2009
01:26 PM Post #7206850
| I really really suck at applique:) |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 25, 2009
01:59 PM Post #7206922
| me too , sorta..so maybe we should do a swap...it would be lots of practice... |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 25, 2009
02:01 PM Post #7206926
| I dont know how to do it at all.
I Love quilts with applique, or holiday wall hangings. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 25, 2009
02:31 PM Post #7206988
| I am not great at applique but more than willing to be in a swap such as this. As Thunder says, will give us practice and who knows, we will more than likely learn from others and improve. Hope this happens. |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 25, 2009
03:06 PM Post #7207123
| well, one thing for sure... if we all are about the same skill-level for hand applique, everyone's will look good, right????? LOL
I'll stick my toe in... |
moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 25, 2009
06:20 PM Post #7207672
| yes im talking about apliqueing it on the block by hand or machine,im not to good at it either but there is no way i could do the other blocks,the ones you have to put the WHOLE block together well we could do a swap how ever everywould like to do it not picky lol |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 25, 2009
06:45 PM Post #7207735
| Oh LOL I can't do hand applique very well due to fingers who have gotten to friendly with that old Uncle of ours!!! I do attempt machine applique. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 26, 2009
12:04 PM Post #7210056
| I love applique and do some fairly often. I find it relaxing to do it by hand when watching TV. I'd be up for a block but please- after the holidays. 
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Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 26, 2009
12:11 PM Post #7210087
| nice work, Barb! I can't see stitches on my monitor, is this hand stitched or machined? |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 26, 2009
12:39 PM Post #7210169
| All hand done Kizmo except for adding the borders on the outsides and the backing. It is all hand quilted too. I truly do find it relaxing and I tend to take my time with whatever I'm stitching. I do work hard at hiding my threads. I guess if I'm going to take the time to do it I want to do the best I can. Here's one I did for my son's volunteer fire dept. 
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abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 26, 2009
01:33 PM Post #7210319
| Barb, those are really nice. I used to love to sit and do work with my hands but since 3 surgeries and a couple of really bad cat bites, I don't have the mobility to handle the needle very well anymore. Bummer!!! Just beautiful pieces!!!!!! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 26, 2009
01:39 PM Post #7210345
| Thanks Marion. I can only do small projects now myself. with the Big A in my hands. I would love to be able to quilt a bed size but no more... I do still manage to do my bindings though!!!. |
moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 26, 2009
02:50 PM Post #7210584
| wow those are gorgeous but i dont know how you do it without showing your stitches?i was taught(by my mom) to show the stitches because they are suppose to make it prettier lol please tell which stitch you use to do this? i will find some pics of the ones i have done and let you see what i am talking about and some of the ones my mom did,i have some that she did and i want to finish it for her(since she isent with us any more) and hope i do it right ,well we could do a swap or things already cut out and we could stitch them on the quilt blocks or they could already be done it doesent matter which way we go,i just would love to see how everyone else does it since i only know how to do it one way thxs everyone |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 26, 2009
03:00 PM Post #7210620
| Moretz,what size blocks are you wanting to do? |
moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 26, 2009
03:05 PM Post #7210648
| i guess what is easiest for everyone.not picky on that either lol |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 26, 2009
03:34 PM Post #7210742
| it would probably be easier for everyone to work on the same size block, that way 1 person isn't making a 8", and others making 12", etc. Seems like most of the blocks for the quilt swaps are 12", the Signature blocks going on are 8", depends on what the Lady in Charge of the swap decides... I'm sure someone else will jump in here sooner or later! Since I've not done ANY applique, don't take my suggestion for gospel, if ya know what I mean... LOL |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 26, 2009
04:30 PM Post #7210959
| The trick to "invisible" hand applique is to use a thread that matches one of the 2 fabrics and then learn how to just take a couple threads of fabric when you make the stitch. And those threads have to be right on the fold. It does take some practice, and a good light... |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 26, 2009
05:28 PM Post #7211166
| barb those hangings are gorgeous, i especially like the snowman..looks like you did a great job... |
moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 26, 2009
06:04 PM Post #7211274
| ok here is one my mom did 
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moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 26, 2009
06:04 PM Post #7211277
| another
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moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 26, 2009
06:06 PM Post #7211285
| here is one i am working on 
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moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 26, 2009
06:07 PM Post #7211291
| i have put up my dutchdoll quilts that i have done i made 2 of them,because we got other quilts to use but will see if i can find them and take a pic |
moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 26, 2009
06:09 PM Post #7211299
| well i tried to put up more pics but it wont let me sorry |
moretz
hickory, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 26, 2009
06:18 PM Post #7211331
| the ones my mom was working on,i dont think i have enough patience to do something like that but the one i am working on is what i could do lol if i had more time(found a job thank you lord)i could do something like that but dont,but do have time to do a simple one lol plmk and thxs |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 26, 2009
06:57 PM Post #7211486
| moretz those are just lovely. It looks to me like you and your Mom used what I know as blanket stitch. I have used that too and it is very effective. I am trying to learn "needle turn applique" where you turn under a tiny bit of the edge and sew so it doesn't show. The best tip I have for that is to match the color of the piece being sewn on and to use as fine a thread as you can. I use 60 wt thread for my applique. Start with something very easy with easy curves and no points. That is how I learned. There are any number of books that can show you how to do this as well as many on-line sites. You might try http://www.quilterscache.com there are many patterns there and good instructions and they are free. Good luck Barb |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 26, 2009
07:02 PM Post #7211503
| Barb, when you do yours, do you also use the fusible to hold it in place, or just use your stitches to attach it to the block?
Your fireman block is really cute! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 26, 2009
07:21 PM Post #7211562
| Hi Kizmo - Thank you...as a rule I don't like the adhesives. I did use them on the bee but the snowman has none. The bee was a learning different stitches project and to see if I could do satin stitch by hand. I'm pleased the way it turned out but it was a lot of work.
I try to have some kind of hand stitching available to work on as my machine is downstairs and my DH is up... So when we watch tv or just sit and talk, I have something to keep my hands busy. |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 26, 2009
07:33 PM Post #7211604
| so how do you turn your edges under? Press 1/4" under all the way around, or do you use freezer paper or a template to iron the allowance around to make a crisp edge? I've seen quite a few methods on doing this, just wondered which was really more popular. Gma always pressed under her edges and used a blanket stitch, but she did more piecing than applique. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 27, 2009
10:43 AM Post #7213391
| I gently turn the edge under maybe a 1/2" at a time as I sew. It doesn't leave the sharp edge but a soft one which makes your piece look like it is floating on the background fabric. It is a much softer look which I like. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 27, 2009
05:55 PM Post #7214641
| Gool ol' needle turn. That is how I was taught and I prefer it to any other method I've tried. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 27, 2009
07:07 PM Post #7214841
| Me too Qwilter. I think it leaves the nicest edge. I find if I press a fold, I can never get my needle to come out on the fold. It's always over or under and leaves a terrible line. But, that being said, it is just my opinion.
I would love to try a bit of Hawaiian applique but not too big a piece. I don't think I'm any where near ready to try a Baltimore block!!! |
ladydragon5
Lansing, MI
(Zone 5a)
October 28, 2009
10:10 AM Post #7216505
| I took a class in applique last week and got to the point that the Santa is fushed to the sweatshirt. Now I need to sew. Was going to use my new machine but I was using the applique stitch (not satin) on a printed wall hanging to try and make it look appliqued and the stitch was not good. The machine would go along for a while just fine and then stitch without the fabric moving or break the thread. It didn't turn out nice at all. Of course, it is for me so that is not so bad, but I am afraid to use it on this sweatshirt which is to be a gift.
Since this is my first applique project I need help. If it is fused, can I still sew by hand?
Should I try the machine and hope it problems are solved?
There are a lot of curves to the Santa; hat, beard, cheeks, etc. so want this to be nice. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 28, 2009
04:45 PM Post #7217738
| Number one Janice - did you use a stabilizer under your work when you were stitching?
This keeps your material from puckering and makes it go easier> I would use some stabilizer on some scraps and practice until I learned what worked well before I stitched on a gift.
Number two - yes, you can still hand stitch even with a fusible. It is a bit stiffer to work with but can be done. My bee above was done by hand using a fusible. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
05:38 AM Post #7219586
| Barb - I'll send you one of the more basic HI Applique designs. Mom & I made a lot of pillow tops then put those together to make a quilt. It is on her bed. Now where is that book of designs?????/ |
ladydragon5
Lansing, MI
(Zone 5a)
October 29, 2009
08:56 AM Post #7219943
| No, I didn't use a stabilizer on the wall hanging since it really wasn't an applique (just printed design). Since I had the batting and backing on it I was going through three layers; could that have caused the problem? I will be using a stabilizer under the sweatshirt applique. I had heard that made sewing easier and with your recommendation I will definitly do that.
I've been very happy with my new machine up to this point. It has some decrorative designs that I would like to try.
Would you believe I now have three unfinished projects sitting on my sewing machine; jacket from class from hell, Halloween wall hanging (now for next year), and the Santa sweatshirt + all my Christmas presents to sew. Time is going fast. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
09:55 AM Post #7220096
| janice, remember the ufo thing that mittsy had started??? even 5 min per project, here and there gets em done... we need to start a new one of those??? !!! sure was inspiration to get stuff done.
got any photos of the jacket? i would love to see it. thinking of trying something for a friend for Christmas...any hints?? |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
10:54 AM Post #7220251
| Barefoot - check out the Clothilde website for jacket patterns made from sweatshirts. She must have at least a dozen!!!! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
01:59 PM Post #7220800
| Oh I have seen some patterns, and I even have a book, with multiple patterns, and directions...I just wondered if you had any ''hints''. not included in the books... |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
03:00 PM Post #7221000
| Thunder - 2 ways to make the jackets
1) make the quilt then cut it apart and layer over the sweatshirt
2) assemble directly on the sweatshirt. Good for a bargello type effect.
I've done both methods.
And the jacket looks more "finished " if you put the quilt against the fuzzy side and then the smooth side is the inside of the jacket when done.
And start with a sweatshirt 1 - 2 sizes bigger than what you normally wear. They do get smaller when you quilt and put them back together. |
ladydragon5
Lansing, MI
(Zone 5a)
October 30, 2009
09:01 AM Post #7223329
| The one I did had an outsde and lining so yu didn't see the sweatshirt; it was just like the batting for a quilt. To do that we had to take apart the sweatshirt and that took the most time. I still don't have the thing finished and put together. I found that it takes a lot more time than I thought and I don't know if I'm going to like it when I do get it done.
Now the seatshirt that I did the applique on the front; that I like. It didn't take much time and my only problem was that this was the first time I had done machine applique so getting around those corners was a little dicy. I think if I kept doing it I would get better. I'd also like to try doing it by hand.
I did see a a beautiful black and white jacket done in bargello. Wow, did that catch my eye but that will be for another day when I think I am to that level of patience. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 30, 2009
07:47 PM Post #7225150
| thanks...I bought a few shirts, and really want to give this a try, my friend gets cold very easy, and I am thinking the quilting will be much added warmth... |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
November 04, 2009
09:41 AM Post #7240124
| Just to let you all know, i did finish all of my listed ufo's, plus a few other 'special' projects that got thrown into the mix. We do need to update that thread. |
