Just like veggies, perhaps the "raw" stage is best.
I've discovered that invisible raw-edge applique is a great technique -- again I used monofilament thread in the top and bobbin and used a silk/lingerie needle with the blind-hem stitch. Easy-peasy.
I don't think I'd use the raw-edge technique for quilts that will be used and washed a lot, but there is no way that this DJ quilt of mine will be abused. At least, as long as it is owned by me! Maybe I should consider displaying it under glass...
I'm getting ahead of myself...there are still a lot more blocks to go before the quilt is to be considered finished and ready for display.
This is "G-13, Molly's Muffins", a beginner-level block. #91
P.S. This technique let me finish 2 (!) blocks today...but you'll have to wait until tomorrow to see the second one...
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AMAZING!! I will be anxious to see more...
Love your blog... I am a quilter gone wild with too many other things in the mix. I started DJ awhile ago but have only about 15 blocks done.... I kind of liked Dear Hannah better but that is because I love applique.
One of my clients has commissioned me to do a mini baltimore albumn...Gulp!!! I am at the design stage right now...
Anyway, I wish you would come visit me and sign up to follow, That way I have you at my fingertips and can see what you are up to next! VBG
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Maggie
waving from Oh So very cold and snowy southern ontario canada
Great block and the technique sounds fun.
I hand-pieced this one and I definitely think it was the hard way to do it. (But fun.)
As always, I can hardly wait to see your next block.
Darilyn
Great idea for the applique. I have only done a small amount of needle turned applique. It was not my favorite thing to do...very time consuming. Your technique sounds much quicker.
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