I had a question from Wanda about curving the bias stems with the fused paper on the stem. So to clarify that, here's a photo of how I begin. I remove a couple inches of the paper backing on the fusible. I usually draw the basic curve line in chalk before I begin.....otherwise all my stems will curve the same general direction. I guess it is just the way my hand and mind work. I pin the end in place and gently stretch the bias in a curve and press with the tip of my iron as I go. The fusible holds just enough to keep the shape in place, and if I want to change it (or add a second stem), I can easily peel it off the background.
I love this one...very sassy attitude. Wish I had those kind of curves! To finish off the small curved stem, I added a small circle like a "bud" at the end of the stem---rather than try to tuck it under.
This is one where I added a second stem. And added a bit of whimsy to it. The blooms and leaves are fused also and stitched around the edge with a zig-zag stitch. I used a stem stitch to create the vein on the leaves on this one.
And, yes, I know I have different types of flowers growing on the same stem----my husband pointed out my error. Big Smile from me ;).
That is what makes it fun.
Happy stitching.
2 comments:
Thanks for the great tutorials. I've wanted to expand my applique skills and these have been helpful.
Love that second block.
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