I got 10 blocks finished in the car yesterday. Here are a few:
I had 5 done at home for a total of 15. I changed my technique slightly because I wasn’t real happy with how they were turning out. I decided to baste the edges of the appliqué. I had some questions regarding the glue I use. I hope this will explain it better.
After basting the edges of the appliqué, I put some glue on the freezer paper like this:
Then I place it where I want it on the background square.. I appliqué almost all the way around.
Then I remove the basting stitches and use a tweezer to loosen the glue. I carefully grab the freezer paper with the tweezer, roll it up, and pull it out.
Then I tuck the edges back in and finish the appliqué. No need to cut the backing out this way.
And this is why I decided to baste the edges:
The 5 I did at home looked much better but working on the car is different. The extra step takes time but the appliqué is easier to do and it turns out better so it is worth it. I have 10 more basted and ready to appliqué today.
Linking up with Judy at Patchwork Times for DWM.
Great tutorial and wonderful project. Love the colors!!
Those darned points are always tricky for me. I think you have found a great method. I love Orange Peel quilts.
Oh, yes! There’s a marked improvement in the appearance of the one you basted. Great job!