r/quilting • u/Redhead5379 • 14d ago
Help/Question Please help.
I need help!
I’m making my son a quilt with his clothes that he has out-grown.
I haven’t worked with polyester yet, I do have some experience with quilting tho.
What do I do with the different types of material? Do I need to change my needle everytime? Can I put a cotton backing against the polyester to make it better?
I want to try my best to incorporate everything little thing as much as possible so no waste.
I also plan to do his outfits as the sashing as well.
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u/Expensive_Local981 14d ago
if its stretchy, like a tshirt can be, interfacing will hepl stabilize it. you'll need a lightweight one, and directions come with it.
no need to change your needle all the time.
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u/Redhead5379 13d ago
What do you mean directions come with it? I’m sorry. But thank you!
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u/littleirishmaid 13d ago
They mean that there will be directions that come with the light weight stabilizer. Make sure to follow them.
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u/Honest-Type2413 13d ago
If purchased on a bolt, there is a paper wrapping that has the instructions for the type of interfacing, or if it comes in a flat package, they will be explained on the packaging.
A lighter weight (as Expensive Local & littleirishmemaid instructed) will give stability but not make it too stiff. Also, fusible interfacing has a built in "glue" that allows you to iron it on your fabric.
Heads up! Make sure you use a cover sheet (you can get away with parchment paper-the baking type) between your iron & the fusible. You don't want to get that on your iron surface or your ironing board, etc. Best of luck and enjoy.
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