9 Expert Fusing Tips for Quilt and Fabric Art

re: 9 Expert Fusing Tips for Quilt and Fabric Art

SewySu — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 15:41:12 GMT

I love fusing. During one of my classes, we discussed the LONG TERM effects of the 'fuse' on fabrics. This is such new material, we don't really know what our finished quilts will be like in many years. It may be our wall hangings, pillows and projects might just fall apart or discolor or whatever. So, I fuse knowing that my wonderful little project might not be an heirloom, rather just a lifetime (or less) of enjoyment. Enjoy but watch and see what happens.

re: 9 Expert Fusing Tips for Quilt and Fabric Art

amitysprings — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 16:56:57 GMT

Yes I've tried fusing, but my sewing machine can't really sew through the layers because its so dense. There must be a trick I don't know, please share your tips.

re: 9 Expert Fusing Tips for Quilt and Fabric Art

betingo — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 12:55:21 GMT

I took a class with Laura and she was a wonderful teacher. I found fusing techniques are best used for small pieces of quilt art, not for larger pieces that get a lot of use (such as a throw or bed cover). Laura's books include all her tips and tricks, and have lots of pictures to make them very user friendly.

re: 9 Expert Fusing Tips for Quilt and Fabric Art

AmyP — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 17:47:30 GMT

I've done some fusing. But I never totally trust it to stay fused. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. So to ensure that it stays put, I blanket-stitch (or other decorative hand embroidery) or machine zigzag over it.

re: 9 Expert Fusing Tips for Quilt and Fabric Art

FuzzyWhiskers — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:27:36 GMT

I get so much more work done using the fusible method of applique. More fun shapes, and if you have arthritic fingers, this technique is a blessing. And this looks like a really fun book.