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UPDATE as of 1-17 I'm taking a quilting class, and my instructor felt that undertaking the applique bulldog quilt might not be the best option for my first attempt, given the deadline (baby shower in 6 weeks) and her desire that I'm extraordinarily successful and thrilled with the results of my first quilt. So, I've re-purchased fabrics
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Thank you for the words of wisdom. I love your username!
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Thanks so much!
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Excellent suggestion on the trapunto! Sounds like this would be much easier than the option I had heard about. With the (1) sew one layer of batting, trim away and then (2) attach batting and backing and quilt method, would that lead to the bump showing evenly on the front AND backside of the quilt, vs. the (3) create a slit and stuff it method? That's
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THanks for the suggestion -- great, great analogy! If you find that I'm frustrated, feel free to remind me again! Do you have a tip or two on applique -- perhaps "I wish I had known this in the beginning..." ? Thanks again! Looking forward to seeing your finished art.
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I wasn't aware of qnntv.com. WOW! So many videos and tips! Thank you very much!
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Thanks so much for responding so quickly! You mentioned machine stitching around hand-turned applique. Is there a particular stitch or two that you like to use? I ask that because I bought a well-used, old Viking Husqavarna Designer 1 and it comes with what seems like a million stitch options, and I'm not sure which is best. THANKS!
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Nana, Thank you SO much for your prompt response! That's so reassuring! Have you trapunto'd also and does that hold up, too? I have heard about two ways to trapunto: 1) sew applique, then cut the back of the fabric and insert extra batting, then stitch the hole closed 2) sew two layers of batting and carefully trim out one of the two layers
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TECHNIQUE CHOSEN: Primarily hand-turn applique Either machine or hand quilting KEY QUESTION: Will hand-turn applique be durable enough for a baby quilt? (assuming I do it right) BACKGROUND INFO: I've made a personal commitment to myself to create an applique baby quilt (crib size 45X60) for my first grandchild. DUE DATE of quilt: Baby Shower, March