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Post by ruthp on Mar 2, 2014 15:24:13 GMT 1
I've now finished the patchwork element of a quilt I'm making, (about 500 hand stitched hexagons) and ordered some gorgeous taffeta to sew it onto. But, I've never made a quilt before and don't know what sort of wadding I need. I want it to have a bit if weight, but I also want to be able to do the quilting with my elderly Singer (circa 1960) so it can't be too thick.
Any advice?
P.S. As I'm unable to drive at the moment I'm having to order online, so detailed descriptions much appreciated!
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Post by arabiangem on Mar 2, 2014 18:29:15 GMT 1
I usually just use a standard medium weight wadding. My machine copes with it fine :-)
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Post by ruthp on Mar 2, 2014 18:59:48 GMT 1
Cotton or polyester? I assume cotton is heavier, which I think I'd prefer, but wanted to be sure the machine would be ok.
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Post by arabiangem on Mar 2, 2014 19:13:05 GMT 1
Polyester. Not tried cotton but I can't see why it shouldn't be ok.
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Post by ruthp on Mar 2, 2014 19:32:45 GMT 1
Great, thanks Arabiangem. That's really helpful.
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Post by portiabuzz on Mar 10, 2014 18:19:53 GMT 1
I'm useless with things like this hats off to you  |
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Post by troop on Mar 15, 2014 18:17:46 GMT 1
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Post by ruthp on Mar 16, 2014 8:57:02 GMT 1
Well, I finished the quilt yesterday, and it is now on the bed. Quite pleased with it for a first attempt, but I'm going to make another one for the spare room which will be squares and rectangles and a different sort of palette.  |
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Post by troop on Mar 16, 2014 15:22:15 GMT 1
Awesome i love it.
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Post by ladyndibs on Mar 16, 2014 16:27:23 GMT 1
That is fantastic, I bet there is a lot of blood sweat and tears in there, love the fact it's hexagonal.
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Post by portiabuzz on Mar 18, 2014 15:30:58 GMT 1
 well done Ruth ! |
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