I read on some quilter's blog or somewhere that you can use Elmer's glue stick (washable, of course) as a basting agent. I have been working on a patriotic table topper today, and I just sandwiched it using a glue stick. I will either FMQ it tonight or in the morning. I will let you know the verdict. Have any of you ever used that?
-
"She who dies with the most fabric wins"
Ecclesiastes 9:10 "Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom."
Julie
:D -
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
No, but I've used the liquid washable Elmer's for binding. Sharon Schamber Network - Binding the Angel - YouTube
I'd be afraid the glue stick would stretch the fabric, but that may be taking the stretching fear a bit to far, lol. -
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
I put all basting agents...spray, or glue on the batting...not my fabric."She who dies with the most fabric wins"
Ecclesiastes 9:10 "Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom."
Julie
:DComment
-
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
[QUOTE=starlover;458566]No, but I've used the liquid washable Elmer's for binding.
Me too. Plain Elmer's school glue. But only on binding also...works really well on QAYG projects:icon_wave: LynnComment
-
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
I've used glue sticks to make 6-minute circles. The fabric will pull a bit, but not too bad. I applied it directly to fabric since I needed to two pieces of fabric to stick together. It washed out just fine.
I'd probably apply it to the batting if it doesn't tear it up too much.Be who you are and say what you feel
because those who mind don't matter,
and those who matter don't mind. - Dr. Seuss
http://www.toggpine.wordpress.comComment
-
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
I have used the glue sticks for paper piecing. I have also used Roxanne's for the same. I either pin or spray for sandwiching.pat.
No rain....no rainbows!
sigpic
If you can't be nice.....BE QUIET!Comment
-
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
I always use spray basting...love it, but my can is low and I wanted to do this quick project. So far, so good."She who dies with the most fabric wins"
Ecclesiastes 9:10 "Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom."
Julie
:DComment
-
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
I've used The regular Elmer's washable glue for basting lap quilts. It works great. Just be sure to wash it after you're finished binding it. The only suggestion I have, is not to use the glue too near where you will be hand stitching the binding. It's difficult to get a needle through the glue.Comment
-
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
Thanks, I hadn't thought of that, but I'll be interested in hearing how it worked for you.Originally posted by Kateskloset View Post
I do use a glue stick for binding. I do a blanket stitch on my binding so I need it to lay almost on the stitch line, but almost not on the line . I rub the glue on and then fold the binding over and hit it with the iron. It stays! I find it easier than trying to hold it on the line while I'm sewing it down.
I use the glue stick that goes on purple so I know where the glue is. The purple disappears pretty quick and everything is gone when it comes out of the wash. I just hadn't thought about using it to baste! Thanks!Comment
-
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
No I've never done that. Tried it on appliqué once but got so hard couldn't get my needle through it.Comment
-
Re: Basting with Elmers glue stick
I use a glue stick to piece together backing that has a design on it...so that the design matches perfectly...works great!:D:DTyne:D:DComment
Comment