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Correction: The HGTV web site
mentions fusible webbing in the show's
description. I only use fusible INTERFACING as the foundation for my
watercolor piecing!
Tip: Using fusible interfacing with a
grid: Use fusible interfacing to
foundation piece all those little squares on the interfacing grid.
Once you are happy with the layout of your quilt squares, just
iron them to the interfacing. You now take your
interfacing panel and fold and stitch all of the seams, in
one direction. Clip along those rows, with a 1/4" snip, to prepare
for the final seams. Fold and stitch the remaining seams. The
clips will allow you to finger-press the seam allowances in
opposite directions on the final seams. (Note: all of my
books and patterns include detailed instructions on this technique.)
Be prepared for compliments on how well all your seams line up
perfectly!
Fusible interfacing
products to look for:
Pellon's Quilter's Grid,
product # 820, has 1-inch grid
with a 44" width. You can order here from Dina.
$3.49 per yd
HTC-Handler's Quilt Fuse
comes in a 2-inch grid and a 1 1/2-inch
grid with a 48" width. You can order
here from Dina. $3.99 per
yd
Tip: Double check that the fusible interfacing is
BUMPY side up. I can't
stress this enough. Imagine laying out all the squares, going to
iron it, and having it fuse to the ironing board. Groan!
Bumpy side up.
Tip: Help! I can't see
the grid! Slide the
plastic manufacturer's direction sheet, upside down, under your
interfacing. It slides easily under the area you are working
on.
Tip: Getting a jump start on quilt jackets with
interfacing.
Piece blocks then
take advantage of the wide interfacing to join them quickly to
create your jacket fabric.
Tip:
Start and finish each seam with 1/4" seam allowance.
Piecing on
interfacing blocks allows you to work on the entire top at
once. The weight of the panel may tend to pull the panel to
one side. Line up the top edges and carefully begin with
your 1/4" seam and follow through the end of the
seam.
Tip:
Square your panel before adding borders. Line up your finished, pressed panel on a large
cutting mat. Align a center seam both vertically and
horizontally. Trim outside edges evenly and
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