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This is the finished bag, and as you can see it's very simple to create. In fact you can make anything you like using this method! The dog is mine and she is called Tatty. As you can see she is very small indeed (though she is going to be 11 this year!) but she insisted on modeling with the bag.  Visit the site for more visual information by clicking on the bag
 
 

The Steps it Takes to Create Applique Personalized Blankets

Oh wow, I want to give up at some points. We have the manufacturing process for our applique blankets figured out, but that doesn't mean it's ironed out. Here are the number of steps and a brief idea of what each is; this is why our blankets cost what they do, (well, on top of the fact that we select high-quality fabrics).

If ANYONE has any ideas, for anything, especially any more modern capabilities / ways of helping us with this process, we would LOVE to hear your comments, your ideas, or contact us at info@babyfabulous.com. Okay, here's the run down:

  1. Cut the individual blanket pieces.
  2. Tote pieces, contract po, technical sketch, applique fabric, & thread to the applique contractor.
  3. Applique contractor has to apply backing to the applique fabric.
  4. Next, she loads fabric in machine to cut the personalized letters.
  5. Letters are placed on blanket backing.
  6. Letters are manually machine-sewn to the blanket back (as opposed to sewn by computer machine the way embroidery is stitched).
  7. Pick up the appliqued portion of the blankets and take them to the finishing contractor ( or send depending on whether I feel we're in need of a face-to-face or not).
  8. Blanket back is matched to batting and print fabric (same as applique fabric) is used as the border.
  9. Finished with satin ribbon trim.
  10. Add label.

So, 10 steps to get the blankes manufactured. Are we nuts? I've wanted to drop these things so many times - but I KNOW that if we can keep it up, we're so close to getting it ironed out, it will get more and more streamlined, we'll have an incredible edge in the personalized baby gift market.

So, ideas - is there a more modern way to do applique? I'm tempted to skip the batting, because it doesn't really come through what a pain this is. All of this could be my ignorance, but I've been all over town to find someone capable and willing to take on the personalized applique, and repeatedly, have been told there are only 2 people in the entire county that can assist me with THAT type of work. Which is nutty in itself. Turns out one of those who are capable is an absolute angel in my life. The other lady was a complete bitch the first time I talked to her, so why on earth would I take one step further to pursue a working relationship with her? LAME.

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A Few Tips For Appliqué

Appliqué is an artwork made out of small pieces of cloth sewn together to get patterns of interest on a larger piece of cloth. This art work can be seen in most parts of the world and the designs are always exquisite and peculiar to a particular culture. Although there is diversity in designs, the basic materials needed and the difficulties therein for the work remain the same.

Usually a template is created for the design and it is traced on pieces of cloth to get the patterns as per wish. The most often used material for templates is cardboard which is not only easily available but also easy to use when there are shapes such as circles, and simple shapes as leaves, flowers etc. However, when one has to deal with geometric patterns or shapes that have points that need to come out nice on the finished work, it takes a patient and a little experienced person to handle the situation.

Here are a few tips to get a perfect pointed finish to geometric and similar patterns that need pointed edges. Usually points are not for the novice but those with inherent skills can try with these tips to get a better handwork.

1. Choice of cloth -- this is a very important aspect if one is new to applique work. Starched cotton cloth is the easiest to work with for beginners and also for those who want the work done faster. Those experienced can use silk or other soft material depending on their individual skills.

2. Use of thread to stitch the patterns -- usually silk thread is very easy to work with. However I suggest the use of single fine quality long staple cotton thread. When there is the need for use of colored threads it is preferable to use a darker shade as it enhances the quality of design.
3. When the pattern is cut on the template, leave at least 1/4" to 1/2" on the sides for stitching. Also beginners should try working with larger or broad points such as rectangles and squares than narrow points like triangles to get perfection.

4. Cutting the pointed ends of the pattern and folding it like a gift wrap gives a pointed shape. You can spray some starch to keep it in place/hold. During folding the fabric may overlap on the wrong side of the pattern. It can be basted to hold in place so that it is not visible on the right side of the design. How you trim and tuck the extra pieces of fabric is very important and that comes out of experience and use of common sense.

5. While stitching, take care that the area where the point has to be prominent is stitched carefully. Sewing together with large stitches is applicable to all other patterns but not sharp points. When working at the points take care to end the stitches at the point. Do not wrap a stitch at the point. That is two straight stitches on either sides of the point will give the point the definite shape.

6. Do not knot the thread when coming to the point. Knots make the work look clumsy.

These few basic tips to points can make a master quilter in you ;)

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Fully-illustrated guide for absolute beginners
Basics of Appliqué In Just Two Hours

Today, you will learn how to fuse fabric and create beautiful appliqué blocks for any pattern you choose. You will also learn the appliqué techniques that will allow you to work with a range of patterns, from the simplest to the most complex.
I present to you the Basics of Appliqué: An Illustrated Appliqué Guide for Beginners.

Perhaps you have already attempted a tutorial for appliqués. If so, then you already know that the problem with most tutorials is that they only describe the overall concept, leaving the intricate details unexplained, so that you must take random guesses about what should be done. The tutorial I am presenting you with today, on the other hand, is designed to walk you through the creation of your first appliqué block, describing each specific step in great detail. Every step is covered, and absolutely nothing is left out.

This e-book even includes an actual pattern that has been modified specifically for the purpose of teaching quilters the basics of appliqué. You will be able to print this specific pattern from the e-book (the pattern is listed on page 3) and follow detailed instructions from start to finish.

This is not only a "how-to" tutorial, but also it is an actual step-by-step practical guide.

The hands-on approach of this e-book will allow you to actually learn the skills involved in creating appliqués. Rather than being presented with a complex explanation of the process, you will actually develop the skills needed for making beautiful appliqués.

Instead of simply reading about making appliqués, you will be following precise instructions to create your own appliqué blocks that can be turned into a quilt.

The instructions are extremely detailed, and everything is covered. You will easily print the pattern, cut-out the template pieces, and cut the block itself. Then, you will align the templates for the pieces, activate the glue in the fusible, and trace the template pieces onto the fabric. Next, you will cut the pieces, remove the paper backing of the fusible off the fabric, and secure the pieces on the block. Finally, you will fuse the pieces to the block and stitch the edges as needed.

It all sounds quite simple, and it really is very easy. In the tutorial I am presenting you with, multiple photographs, not just text instructions, represent each part of the process of creating amazing appliqués. As a matter of fact, this e-book is 90% pictures instead of words. These pictures vividly illustrate each step of the process, making it extremely easy to create your own beautiful appliqués.

Look at some of the pictures straight from this e-book to understand the kind of detail I am talking about.quiltedparadise.com

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