When I was shown this way of preparing applique it made such a difference to me....
Once the pieces are all drawn on the selected fixing medium and cut from the fabric (need to follow instructions given on pattern about this taking note of reversing etc)
we are working on the finished direction of the applique...
I use a piece of baking paper big enough to fit over the picture and clip it so it doesn't move around
then start adding the first pieces (usually the pattern marks which ones to do first)
... and building up... gently pressing the pieces onto the baking paper as I go so they don't move
... and more placing and pressing.... having the picture underneath helps so much in making sure the placement of pieces is correct....
... and on and on until it is all together.... then give it a good press with the iron...
... it is going to lift off the paper so easily when it is done and cooled but the pieces hold together nicely where they overlap on fabric ...
I like to keep my applique on the baking paper like this right up until I want to add it to the background fabric....
... here I have several of my aeroplanes on the baking paper and taped to my cupboard so I can compare colours as I make some more....
... I haven't negected my girlie quilt though....
Righto, Gotto Go... I need to make some sky for my aeroplanes.....
Wow! Those airplanes are amazing! :0)
ReplyDeleteGreat airplanes and I love that method of appliqué too :-)
ReplyDeleteHugs Sheila
wow i agree with terry they are amazing and thankyou so much for that tip ,it makes very easy to do then,thankyou for sharing and love your girly blocks,hope you have an awesome day my friend.xx
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a great tip for applique. Thank you for sharing your wisdom :) xx debbie
ReplyDeleteA great tip and thanks for sharing... loving the planes xxx
ReplyDeleteI've done this for years, Fiona - baking paper is a staple in my sewing room!
ReplyDeletePS: Your planes are fabulous!
ReplyDeleteAnother boy quilt in the making? Baking paper is very useful stuff......sometimes I even use it for baking!
ReplyDeleteI like how you used the paper to do the appliqué, that is what I need to do. That makes it so much easier to get proper placement for fusible, thanks for the tip. Love the airplane, that is going to be such a fun quilt.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Those are going to get some lucky little boys heart racing....great!
ReplyDeleteThe planes are gorgeous. Hugs, xx
ReplyDeleteWow! Those airplanes are amazing! thanks for sharing another method of appliqué
ReplyDeletelove the fun colours of the aeorplanes
ReplyDeleteThey look zoomerific..I'm sure that they are going to make a little boy very happy...or is it for hubby.
ReplyDeleteLove this idea Fiona. I've used a silicone pressing sheet before to assemble one item at a time. This allows for multiples as you've shown which is quite a timesaver. Thanks for the tutorial.
ReplyDeleteCute planes, thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeletelove all the aeroplanes, how many are you doing?
ReplyDeletelove all the aeroplanes, how many are you doing?
ReplyDeleteGreat technique for applique. Love the little planes.
ReplyDeleteGreat to see the girlie blocks still on the go.
what a fantastic method, I am so trying that for the next applique project I do!
ReplyDeletelove the pattern for the planes too.
are these a new quilt for a grandie?
I use that method of applique too, so much easier. My biggest problem is when there isn't a layout provided and all you have are the pieces! EEEKKK. Love all the colours you have used on your planes. xxx
ReplyDeleteHandy stuff that baking paper.
ReplyDeleteThe planes look great!
I've used this method too Fiona - it does make life easier. Great project
ReplyDeleteGood job! I love your tutorials.
ReplyDeleteMama Bear
Gorgeous planes Fiona! I love this method of fusing the applique, everyone should try it! xx
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing Fiona, will have to try that one! Love the planes!
ReplyDeletexx
Fun aeroplanes and a great tutorial - thank you.
ReplyDeleteYou are a genius! I never would have thought to use baking paper to construct my appliques! Love those aeroplanes!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea, may try it on the next Applique project
ReplyDeletea tick for this - I have always used the original drawing but hadn't thought to clip them like that - very clever and using baking paper means you can keep them like that until you are ready - I've used the applique mats before and only have 2...
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