Appliqué using Fusible Fabrics

Yesterday I had a lovely day with the Machine Embroiderers working on appliqué using fusible mediums. It is a quick method of adding colour and pattern to a background. The fusible fabrics we used have one side covered in paper ( feels smooth ) and the other is the fusible fabric ( feels rougher). It is important to identify which side is which as heat is used to melt the adhesive and bond it to the fabrics. 

There are several methods of working with the fusible fabrics, this is one

Place your template on the paper side of the fusible fabric and draw around it, remember that the shape will be reversed when finished.

Cut the shape out roughly.  I haven't cut the handle out at this stage. 

Place the fusible with the adhesive side to the wrong side of the fabric, and lightly iron in place. 

TIP - use baking parchment to prevent any of the adhesive transferring to your iron or board.

Accurately cut out the shape. Remove the backing paper 

TIP - using a pin or a needle score the paper in the centre of the shape. Take the paper off from the centre. If you try to peel it from the edge you may fray or distort your shape.

Place the shape onto the right side of the backing fabric and iron in place as before.

Your design is now ready for stitching either by hand or machine.

Time for Tea - cheers!

Happy stitching

Bev