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    robin nelson is offline Junior Member
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    Default Advice on satin stitch

    I am trying to satin stitch large leaves to a tablerunner. There are two layers of stabilizer under the applique fabric. My stitch is not as even or consistent as I would like and I am getting some puckers. Does anyone have advice for how I can improve the stitch or is this stitch just challenging? I could use a small zig zag, but I wanted the look of the satin stitch. Any help would be appreciated.

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    I used to applique a lot on childrens clothes (some in my album) and only used a satin stitch. I never used any stabilizer, just a light Heat and bond. Is there a reason you are using it? I spent an afternoon doing lines ( with a fused fabric on another) using combinations of lengths and widths on a practice piece and write them down next to it. It helped me a lot.



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    Your tension may be off. I usually loosen my top tension by one number or sometimes 2. You might need a new needle. Dull needles can cause puckers. Try it out on some scraps of the fabric with stabilizer. I usually use just one layer. The stitch may be too dense or not dense enough. Try changing those numbers a little. Once you find the right formula, write it down somewhere. I can never remember what the settings are on my machines, and they are different for each one. When you are stitching, try to use an even, low to medium speed. You can handle the fabric better when you're not going too fast. I didn't mean to write a book! I love to satin stitch, can you tell?
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    Thank you for your advice. I used stabilizer because I assumed this is similar to embroidery. The problem is two layers of tear away stabilizer is very stiff and I am still having problems. You are right, I should do some samples and see what will work. I even thought of putting the batting under the leafs instead of the stabilizer, but not sure if that will work.

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    I am glad to hear you love satin stitch. When I asked for advice at my LQS they made faces and told me it was a difficult stitch. I was even told to use three layers or stabilizer, which I was not going to do. I am now excited to try this again, I was concerned I might ruin the tablerunner. Thank you so much.

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    I attended a workshop given by Patrick Lose last summer. So many of his designs are fused appliques which he satin stitches around. Here's a video he did on QNN. COM on satin stitching around appliques. He is a great technique instructor!

    How to Finish Appliqué with Satin Stitching - QNNtv.com
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    Default Re: Advice on satin stitch

    That's new to me, I never used stabilizer. Can you try a little practice piece without it? See if that works maybe.



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    Default Re: Advice on satin stitch

    Try shortening your stitch a little, and stitch a little deeper into the leaf instead of on the very edge of it.

    I do not use stabilizer when I applique.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jean Sewing Machine View Post
    I attended a workshop given by Patrick Lose last summer. So many of his designs are fused appliques which he satin stitches around. Here's a video he did on QNN. COM on satin stitching around appliques. He is a great technique instructor!

    How to Finish Appliqué with Satin Stitching - QNNtv.com
    Jean, that was really helpful, thank you for that link.
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    Default Re: Advice on satin stitch

    I haven't done satin stitch on my appliques, but do use the button hole/blanket stitch and always use stabilizer. When I don't I get awful puckers and gathers. I haven't done this but I have read on various blogs and websites that you can do a double layer of satin stitch to get a more full look.

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