Anna, Thank you so much. I have been watching you for approx 5 months now. You inspired me to start wool hand applique stitching. I looked all over you-tube for a tutorial from the company I purchased my Kit from, NOTHING. Well I should have thought of you first (sorry). Great tutorial. Thank you so much. I too am a camper/still working waiting to retire next year. Wanted something I could keep my hands busy while my driver was driving, LOL. So a Huge Thank you. Sue
Anna & Greg, you both are so generous to share your adventures with us quilt geeks! I love your studio area being so bright and that we have matching longarms! I have so enjoyed watching your videos and went back from the beginning. It took awhile but I'm all caught up now! Hope to run into you at a show sometime! Jolene, the quilt geek 🤓
oh I love that you are a geek...we are a family of geeks, LOL. I am still struggling with my long arm but this coming winter I plan on becoming a Handi-quilter ninja!!!
Thank you thank you thank you! How did you ever put this together so fast?? You are a gem! This is just the start I needed to begin my April Mini Truck! Thanks to Greg too! You guys are the best!!!
Quilt Roadies I just found you and really enjoy your videos. It's easy to listen to you. I love your smiling face. I'm a relative newbie to quilting, but have found you tube to be the best way to learn. I will definitely be following you on the road. Enjoy!
I just wanted to say thank you for doing all of these tutorials, and I just love your personality. If we lived closer, we'd be great friends, I'm sure. :)
Thank you so much for your wonderful travel videos. When I'm in the mood for a mini vacation I watch one of your videos ♥ I was sooooo thrilled to see you using one of our light tables!!!! Love your sewing space :)
Thank you for the info on SF101 :) I went shopping today and bought 2 yards, it's so nice and soft ♥ Can't wait to try it on my project. I really appreciate all that you share with us. I'm looking forward to your next road trip :)
Just discovered your videos yesterday and have been binge watching! I have always appliquéd with cotton, but after seeing the "Let it Snow", I had to have it. So just ordered it and I can't wait to get it, my other projects may have to wait while I do this.
Would like to come but just retired as RN and really watching money for the first year. I will continue to follow you on the computer weekly. Thank you so very much.
Anna thank you ? Is there numbers on the soft fuse you buy? It is different than the SF 101, correct? I am very new to wool have I first Buttermilk basin kit and dont want to mess it up! Love your videos
Hi! I have a wool project and had no idea how to start - your video was very helpful. Could you tell me the model number of your Kai Scissor - there are so many! Also - I notice that the after you remove the fusible from the pieces that you are able to iron them right to the wool - does the adhesive stay on the wool? I'm new to wool but I just love the look of wool. I'm looking forward to starting on my project with the assistance of your video. Thanks, Sherry
no sure of the model # but my too favorite are the 5 1/2 inch and the 3 inch...they are wonderful with wool. I have no problem with the soft fuse sticking to the wool but then I don't follow the direction and steam it down then turn it over and steam through the other side! I am excited for you!!!
Nicely done Anna and Greg. I'm not a fan of fusibles but will occasionally use it if the wool is very loosely woven. Do you ever cut a window in your fusibles so only the edge has the product and not the whole piece? Same question for the Pellone product, I ask because of all the additional layers of glue you have to stitch through.
I don't cut a window although there is the thought that it save product and may be easier to needle through...in reality I am not fond of the look where one part is fused and one floppy. I haven't had a hard time with needling my layers but then I use a sharp needle and if I start to have an issue I change needles. Different stokes for different folks and isn't that nice, :)
Starting my first wool project. Can you verify for me--when do you use the SF101 Pellon? I noticed you use the Soft Fuse for the smaller pieces. Is the SF 101 Pellon for larger pieces or backing of main wool that smaller pieces will be stitched to?
I just made a blouse with out interfacing and I want to make a light wool spring coat the pattern calls for a interfacing. I bought the lining do I have to use a interfacing to make this coat or can I just use the lining.
It depends on the design of the jacket. Typically interfacing is used to give an area of a design more distinct shape, ie the collar or lapels or front of jacket where buttons may go. There are so many styles in today’s fashion though that are very flowy, that perhaps the interfacing is not what you want in your look. Hope this helps in some way. Happy sewing!
Hi Anna, I have some queries about wool fabric. I would like to start an applique project using wool. There are some fabric described as wool flannel -- I am confused because the description of these fabric is written as 100% cotton. Are there no true wool fabric for such projects? Thanks for any advise.
Oh yes...there is a 100% wool...Wool Flannel is flannel that looks somewhat like wool for those allergic to wool but has a different feel. And Felt is another genre...although my least favorite as it has no dimension. Check out www.pioneerquiltshop.com/ they have a wonderful selection of wool and you will be sure to get quality wool...plus they sell the size you need...and kits, lol. Tell them I sent you :)
Great tutorial! I am a little confused between the soft fuse and SF101. When I google them, they are two totally different products. Which one should I buy to fuse the pieces? Thanks so much!
To fuse the pieces you use Soft Fuse. The SF 101 is for the back of your whole project before you start stitching...the back of the base...clear as mud??? LOL
I would love to get the truck pattern. I have never did any thing in wool. I have quilted for 45 years and taught myself by reading books. I would love to try this can I still get the pattern?
I do not wash my wool projects but they are all wallhangings. You can gently wipe them with a damp cloth but not knowing how the various pieces were felted it could be a recipe for disaster!
Soft Fuse is a fabric product that has a fusible on one side and Freezer paper is a paper product with a waxy side that will stick...but not permanently. They are used in entirely different ways :)
Thank you so much for this tutorial, I'm heading over to watch part 2. I have a question, I have burned through 2 irons recently (both older irons and just gave up after much use). Needless to say I'm on the lookout to purchase a new iron and wanted to ask you what brand of iron do you have as it looks like a great iron. Would you recommend it? Thanks so very much! Linda Hardesty
As much as we use our irons they are going to eventually burn up :( when looking for an iron I was looking at price point and if the plate had steam holes along the edge and close to the point. The one I found that I have liked is by Singer and I got it at Target!
craftoncue Even though by now you have gotten your iron, for others who might read this, the two great brands for sewers are Rowena and the Oliso Pro with itouch, which is great for quilters who often iron just a little bit here and there, in between sewing. With itouch the iron can lay flat on the ironing board but it will be elevated so that the hot parts do not touch the fabric. Then when you want to iron your touch alone will make it drop down the last fraction of an inch and touch the surface of the board with your fabric on it. Lots of quilt shops and Amazon sell both brands online so you can see how they work and read the reviews for yourself.
Can you tell us more about the Kai scissors. They look rather small. Can you tell us what size? Also are they called wool scissors or do they go by another name? Think I may have to try this!
they have a black handle and are about 6 inches with a serrated blade which makes it cut through wool like butter. Also they are sharp all the way to the tip! They are my favorite but when it comes to scissors it how it fits your hand so try them out and check the feel!
Thank you for the quick response. I have another pair of Kai scissors and they are so superior to any of my others that I have no doubts about buying the brand again. I will go look for them
Hi, I just found your videos and am planning on starting a wool applique project. I am looking on Amazon for the Kia scissors you are talking about but can't find them. Would you tell me where I can purchase them?
Anna - thank you for leaving this up. I still go back to your videos for the tutorials, tips, tricks - just awesome.
I can’t believe I’m rewatching this!
So helpful! Even years later….thank you!
Anna, Thank you so much. I have been watching you for approx 5 months now. You inspired me to start wool hand applique stitching. I looked all over you-tube for a tutorial from the company I purchased my Kit from, NOTHING. Well I should have thought of you first (sorry). Great tutorial. Thank you so much. I too am a camper/still working waiting to retire next year. Wanted something I could keep my hands busy while my driver was driving, LOL. So a Huge Thank you.
Sue
you are so going to enjoy the camping and stitching on the road life!!
Anna & Greg, you both are so generous to share your adventures with us quilt geeks! I love your studio area being so bright and that we have matching longarms! I have so enjoyed watching your videos and went back from the beginning. It took awhile but I'm all caught up now! Hope to run into you at a show sometime! Jolene, the quilt geek 🤓
oh I love that you are a geek...we are a family of geeks, LOL. I am still struggling with my long arm but this coming winter I plan on becoming a Handi-quilter ninja!!!
+Quilt Roadies Anna, it took me awhile to get in the swing of it..ill send you a Facebook private msg to explain! All really wonderfull things!
Great video....thanks so much for taking the time and showing us all this amazing tricks and tips...
I’d live to drive through that town in the intro! Thanks for the great tutorial.
Thank you thank you thank you! How did you ever put this together so fast?? You are a gem! This is just the start I needed to begin my April Mini Truck! Thanks to Greg too! You guys are the best!!!
so glad to birth another wool addict, lol. Part 2 will be loaded tonight :)
Quilt Roadies I just found you and really enjoy your videos. It's easy to listen to you. I love your smiling face. I'm a relative newbie to quilting, but have found you tube to be the best way to learn. I will definitely be following you on the road. Enjoy!
I just wanted to say thank you for doing all of these tutorials, and I just love your personality. If we lived closer, we'd be great friends, I'm sure. :)
one can never have too many stitching friends!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful travel videos. When I'm in the mood for a mini vacation I watch one of your videos ♥ I was sooooo thrilled to see you using one of our light tables!!!! Love your sewing space :)
Love my light table!!! Thank you!!!
Thank you for the info on SF101 :) I went shopping today and bought 2 yards, it's so nice and soft ♥ Can't wait to try it on my project. I really appreciate all that you share with us. I'm looking forward to your next road trip :)
you are going to love the SF101, great to needle and adds integrity to your projects! Next trip is after the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show :)
Just discovered your videos yesterday and have been binge watching! I have always appliquéd with cotton, but after seeing the "Let it Snow", I had to have it. So just ordered it and I can't wait to get it, my other projects may have to wait while I do this.
you are going to love wool!!! welcome to the fold :)
Thank you so much for the lessons, you are a very good teacher. Wish I could take more classes with you.
thank you! this quilters affair I am teaching a wool class :) you could come...just sayin :)
Would like to come but just retired as RN and really watching money for the first year. I will continue to follow you on the computer weekly. Thank you so very much.
love all your decorations and your sewing room ... just started watching all your videos on you tube ...
Thank you for taking the time to watch 😀
Thank you for this great tutorial! Awesome video!
Great tutorial video. I just bought my bolt of SF 101, great idea. I also use parchment paper to protect my iron and ironing surface.
Thank you...great idea!
Your videos are great! Thank you
Love, love your videos! Happy New Year🎊🎉
Thank you! Happy New Year to you!
I just stumbled across your videos a couple days ago and I also LOVE them! Looking forward to continuing to follow you!
thank you for coming along on this traveling and quilting journey!!
Super good information. I have had a wool kit for a year but was afraid to start it
open it and live, LOL
Ohhhh, I see this post was 2016. How sweet Enzo......miss seeing him in the background.
he lives in my heart
If it helps at all your SF101 Pellon in the UK is G700 Vilene. Might be worth a mention as I am sure you have many fans in the UK.
Thanks for the heads up😀
Anna thank you ? Is there numbers on the soft fuse you buy? It is different than the SF 101, correct? I am very new to wool have I first Buttermilk basin kit and dont want to mess it up! Love your videos
Hi! I have a wool project and had no idea how to start - your video was very helpful. Could you tell me the model number of your Kai Scissor - there are so many! Also - I notice that the after you remove the fusible from the pieces that you are able to iron them right to the wool - does the adhesive stay on the wool? I'm new to wool but I just love the look of wool. I'm looking forward to starting on my project with the assistance of your video.
Thanks, Sherry
no sure of the model # but my too favorite are the 5 1/2 inch and the 3 inch...they are wonderful with wool. I have no problem with the soft fuse sticking to the wool but then I don't follow the direction and steam it down then turn it over and steam through the other side! I am excited for you!!!
And if you say yes I need to interface the coat what type of interfacing do I need.
Nicely done Anna and Greg. I'm not a fan of fusibles but will occasionally use it if the wool is very loosely woven. Do you ever cut a window in your fusibles so only the edge has the product and not the whole piece? Same question for the Pellone product, I ask because of all the additional layers of glue you have to stitch through.
I don't cut a window although there is the thought that it save product and may be easier to needle through...in reality I am not fond of the look where one part is fused and one floppy. I haven't had a hard time with needling my layers but then I use a sharp needle and if I start to have an issue I change needles. Different stokes for different folks and isn't that nice, :)
Starting my first wool project. Can you verify for me--when do you use the SF101 Pellon? I noticed you use the Soft Fuse for the smaller pieces. Is the SF 101 Pellon for larger pieces or backing of main wool that smaller pieces will be stitched to?
SF101 on the back of the background. Soft Fuse on the pieces :)
I just made a blouse with out interfacing and I want to make a light wool spring coat the pattern calls for a interfacing. I bought the lining do I have to use a interfacing to make this coat or can I just use the lining.
I have no clue as I have never sewn clothing...maybe someone here knows :)
It depends on the design of the jacket. Typically interfacing is used to give an area of a design more distinct shape, ie the collar or lapels or front of jacket where buttons may go. There are so many styles in today’s fashion though that are very flowy, that perhaps the interfacing is not what you want in your look. Hope this helps in some way. Happy sewing!
Hi Anna, I have some queries about wool fabric. I would like to start an applique project using wool. There are some fabric described as wool flannel -- I am confused because the description of these fabric is written as 100% cotton. Are there no true wool fabric for such projects? Thanks for any advise.
Oh yes...there is a 100% wool...Wool Flannel is flannel that looks somewhat like wool for those allergic to wool but has a different feel. And Felt is another genre...although my least favorite as it has no dimension. Check out www.pioneerquiltshop.com/ they have a wonderful selection of wool and you will be sure to get quality wool...plus they sell the size you need...and kits, lol. Tell them I sent you :)
Thank you, thank you, thank you so much. Definitely let them know that you send me.
Great tutorial! I am a little confused between the soft fuse and SF101. When I google them, they are two totally different products. Which one should I buy to fuse the pieces? Thanks so much!
To fuse the pieces you use Soft Fuse. The SF 101 is for the back of your whole project before you start stitching...the back of the base...clear as mud??? LOL
Quilt Roadies Yes, yes, yes...perfectly clear. I've got it now. Thanks so much for clarifying!!!
oh good...it is supposed to be relaxing and fun, lol
Quilt Roadies Dede
I would love to get the truck pattern. I have never did any thing in wool. I have quilted for 45 years and taught myself by reading books. I would love to try this can I still get the pattern?
You definitely will be able to figure out how to create with wool and the patterns still can be found on the Buttermilk Basin Website :) have fun!
Thank you for explaining how to check a pattern to see if it needs to be reversed!
Projects that you do can you wash them? You mentioned that you do larger projects
I do not wash my wool projects but they are all wallhangings. You can gently wipe them with a damp cloth but not knowing how the various pieces were felted it could be a recipe for disaster!
Anna, I purchased the sf 101 but after I iron on it, it’s very stiff. Are there different kinds of sf101?
I think there’s only one but maybe I should check 🤔
What is on your wall to hold up your quilts when making and placing?
I use a lot of command strips and staples....
Quilt Roadies not for display, but the board wall where you work on them. I think I heard you mention someone had fabric covered insulation?
What is the difference between: soft fuse and freeze paper? and how use it? Thanks
Soft Fuse is a fabric product that has a fusible on one side and Freezer paper is a paper product with a waxy side that will stick...but not permanently. They are used in entirely different ways :)
Hello, I like the introduction..what’s the town’s name?
Sisters, Oregon...the best little town in the West :)
one more thing have you tried out your sweet sixteen yet ... And so how do you like it ? do you have a video on that ?
Oh yes...and I love it! More Sweet Sixteen when I get back to Sisters...doesn't fit in the RV 😂
Thank you so much for this tutorial, I'm heading over to watch part 2. I have a question, I have burned through 2 irons recently (both older irons and just gave up after much use). Needless to say I'm on the lookout to purchase a new iron and wanted to ask you what brand of iron do you have as it looks like a great iron. Would you recommend it? Thanks so very much! Linda Hardesty
As much as we use our irons they are going to eventually burn up :( when looking for an iron I was looking at price point and if the plate had steam holes along the edge and close to the point. The one I found that I have liked is by Singer and I got it at Target!
Thank you so much, I will look for it here locally.
craftoncue Even though by now you have gotten your iron, for others who might read this, the two great brands for sewers are Rowena and the Oliso Pro with itouch, which is great for quilters who often iron just a little bit here and there, in between sewing. With itouch the iron can lay flat on the ironing board but it will be elevated so that the hot parts do not touch the fabric. Then when you want to iron your touch alone will make it drop down the last fraction of an inch and touch the surface of the board with your fabric on it. Lots of quilt shops and Amazon sell both brands online so you can see how they work and read the reviews for yourself.
since I was a kid, I have always wondered how to reverse the pattern. Do you know how, please tell. Thanks
in a few weeks I will do a video of reversing a pattern...I sometimes make a mistake but don't sweat it :)
Not a quilts question but a doggie one. What mix is Gozo? He is such a lovely puppy. 🐶
He is a pure Standard Poodle...but we shave him because he is outdoors in the woods and is like a velcro strip...so no poodle foo foo for him :)
Thank you.
I love your top.
ps : keep them coming
Can you tell us more about the Kai scissors. They look rather small. Can you tell us what size? Also are they called wool scissors or do they go by another name? Think I may have to try this!
they have a black handle and are about 6 inches with a serrated blade which makes it cut through wool like butter. Also they are sharp all the way to the tip! They are my favorite but when it comes to scissors it how it fits your hand so try them out and check the feel!
Thank you for the quick response. I have another pair of Kai scissors and they are so superior to any of my others that I have no doubts about buying the brand again. I will go look for them
Have fun...one can never have too many scissors, LOL
Oh dear, I think you and I could get in some major trouble!
Hi, I just found your videos and am planning on starting a wool applique project. I am looking on Amazon for the Kia scissors you are talking about but can't find them. Would you tell me where I can purchase them?
Did I see a long arm machine, lucky lady
you did but now it is a Sweet 16 :)
PLEASE! Shop Locally! Your local fabric / quilting / needlework shops DEPEND on it!
for sure!
How many of us actually own a lightbox?
I've had mine for over 20 years :) simple but works
A lightbox is very useful for applique. I have one and I love it !!