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Posted by BEI Design on September 30, 2009, 6:23 pm
Pat wrote:
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> > For an item this likely to be laundered, I would
> > strongly recommend zig-zag satin-stitching around the
> > design. You might be able to match thread to the
> > outside edges, and make it a design feature, changing
> > needle colors where necessary. And to secure it even
> > better, do some simple "machine quilting" stitches on
> > the interior part of the appliqué, which will help hold
> > it in place during washing and drying. I would not trust
> > either a fabric glue or iron-on film
> > for this project, especially not on a fleece blanket,
> > and ESPECIALLY not on a baby's item.
> > Beverly
> Great advice! Thanks much.
> Pat
You're welcome, good luck with your project.
Beverly
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> > strongly recommend zig-zag satin-stitching around the
> > design. You might be able to match thread to the
> > outside edges, and make it a design feature, changing
> > needle colors where necessary. And to secure it even
> > better, do some simple "machine quilting" stitches on
> > the interior part of the appliqué, which will help hold
> > it in place during washing and drying. I would not trust
> > either a fabric glue or iron-on film
> > for this project, especially not on a fleece blanket,
> > and ESPECIALLY not on a baby's item.
> > Beverly
> Great advice! Thanks much.
> Pat