H.A. Kidd sewing notions Mark, layer, baste, easy preparation for machine quilting by Julie Plotniko September 11, 2018 by Julie Plotniko September 11, 2018 Quality materials and good preparation are the keys to successful machine quilting. Yesterday we gathered our supplies and cut our fabric and batting to size. Now it’s time to prepare our pieces for quilting. Let’s go! Our pillow front will be quilted twice in some areas to create an effect … FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinRedditWhatsappTelegramEmail
H.A. Kidd sewing notions Say it with free motion quilting, a designer cushion by Julie Plotniko September 10, 2018 by Julie Plotniko September 10, 2018 Free motion quilting is one of my favorite things to do and I’m always exploring new and exciting variations. I had fun using applique words in my QUILTsocial blog post 5 easy steps to make a quilted spring banner and wondered could I also create words with quilting? With my … FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinRedditWhatsappTelegramEmail
H.A. Kidd sewing notions Tear away stabilizer, batting and binding to finish Welcome Spring banner by Julie Plotniko May 11, 2018 by Julie Plotniko May 11, 2018 Yesterday we had a wonderful time using decorative stitches to add depth and dimension to our machine applique. Now it’s time to complete our quilted Welcome Spring banner. I’m just loving the look of the Black & White with a Dash of Color from NORTHCOTT Studio with my GÜTERMANN Dekor … FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinRedditWhatsappTelegramEmail
H.A. Kidd sewing notions Decorative stitches add detail and dimension to machine applique! by Julie Plotniko May 10, 2018 by Julie Plotniko May 10, 2018 Yesterday our banner found its voice as we added a sentiment using computer fonts or stencils and fusible web applique. Today we add detail and dimension by stitching the applique pieces with rayon thread and decorative applique stitches. Preparing the machine for decorative stitching Put a new SCHMETZ 75/11 embroidery … FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinRedditWhatsappTelegramEmail
H.A. Kidd sewing notions Enlarge, print, cut, fuse: successfully appliqueing letters to a quilt by Julie Plotniko May 9, 2018 by Julie Plotniko May 9, 2018 In yesterday’s post, we explored how to prepare fusible web applique for stitching for maximum success. Today we use the same technique as in yesterday’s post using HeatnBond Feather Lite iron on adhesive and computer fonts or crafting stencils to add a sentiment to our quilted spring banner. Let’s get … FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinRedditWhatsappTelegramEmail
