Trying scrap appliqué for the first time! + lil business update
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- Starting the video with an honest business update as to why I didn't post last week! If there are any other small business owners/creators who get these demotivated periods...you are not alone!!
Inspired by the works of Mutstu on Instagram (mutsu_by_pf), I wanted to try and create a piece that involved hand stitching and delicate ironing. However, without proper research and just diving into a technique I don't know much about, the piece I made wasn't great haha!
Hoping to practice, practice and practice until I can create a detailed jacket in the future!
1920's Inspired Cocoon Jacket is from Galliano for Dior Spring Collection 1998
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Oh my goodness guys! Thank you so so much for spending the time commenting, emailing and messaging me with your tips, advice and people to look out for! There's so many comments to try and reply to, but I've ended up going through each commenting and bookmarking any creators/advice for me to look at whilst practising! Thank you all so much again!
Another way to do that style of applique is to cut out a front and back for each piece, sew them right sides together, clip the seams, cut a slit in the center of the back, turn right sides out and press. The backing keeps all the edges tucked in nicely. Then just pin and sew onto the project. The slit in the back is tucked away and hidden on the final project. Hope you give this type a try, I learned it from my mom.
Exactly what I was going to suggest. I've done it using used dryer sheets, so recycling and keeping something out of landfill.
Yup,same thing I would do. The ironing takes too much time. Thanks for sharing your process.❤
I do that using lightweight interfacing. Dryer sheets would work, but I don't use dryer sheets.
I came to say the same.
Yes. You articulated how anyone who is a creative feels..... Sometimes things don't work out and we need to take a step back and recharge...
Just remember that you don't know how long he been making his craft....and you are just starting
Yes! I need to remember the same when I’m here 😊
That is very true! I do often rush into things 😂 will keep practicing!
they are i believe 3 brothers who came to usa wanting to play basketball... watch their zen videos, its art
When i first learned how to Hawaiian quilt, i learned how to do the needle turn applique technique. After having done it for a while, i noticed that the edges, especially curves and points, greatly improved over time. My earlier projects had lots of points on the curves and after some experience, my curves turned out beautifully smooth. Also, the stitch consistency came over time. So I would highly recommend researching the needle turn applique technique and giving it a try. Good luck and keep at it.😊
It's called needleturning applique you tuck the edge in with your needle as you sew on.
You could use interfacing & stitch it to the front of the fabric on the outline then make a slit in the back & turn the piece carefully out the right way after snipping & clipping the seam allowance back. If you use fuseable you can then iron in place. Many ways of doing it. You did well though.
Here is what you need to do:
Use iron on interfacing and do not create a seam allowance at all. I believe that must be what your inspiration dude must have done. For your tablecloth what they did was Needle Turn Appliqué which is completely different.
"When I went out day drinking". 😆 I'm 55, so that's the only time I usually drink now. lol My tastes are extremely eclectic, from art nouveau to mid century to just general kitsch and I've switched up things in my house and life numerous times over the years. It's fun to try new things!
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I love your videos and your style. I have been teaching pretty much all the techniques of appliqué, of which there are many, for 30 years. I would be delighted to meet up with you, in person or on zoom and show you how to do appliqué quickly easily and neatly. I also love Mutsu.
That is incredibly sweet of you!! Happy to pay for your time 🥹 can you send me an email please? Afrayedupcycling@gmail.com
It's called needle turn appliqué
Using 2 strands of floss and a sharp needle, the point of the needle does the work. You use the point to tuck under the raw edge of the fabric. An alternative is to sew your shapes to interfacing all around leaving a small opening and turn it through. press carefully. It takes practice and lots of patience!
You can use a wash out sewing glue or school glue stick on the turned edges to hold them while you sew.
I also thought this - you could use a fabric glue pen which has a small enough ‘point’ along a small seam allowance
Creativity is not constant, I’ve found. Be kind to yourself when you have your slumps. Recharge. Off you go again. Over appliqué, there are sashiko marked needles to even up ones stitch length….but I’ve never used them, personally. There’s many different ways to appliqué. RUclips them & try them out. I’m sure you’ll get plenty of practice in n find something to suit you. PLUS spray starch, helps hold the fabric firm & in place.
Ooo spray starch! Fab idea! Yes I did see sashiko needles, i’m going to have to test it!
When I do small fabric appliqué I sew each small piece like a little cushion cover, snip the curve, cut a slit on the back piece and turn out and press. If you know what I mean. Snips and threads completely enclosed.
This is one way that is quite neat. I would recommend trying it while you are learning
Ohh I see what you mean, that’s a clever idea!
This was so fun and relaxing to watch :)
I think you need a tiny quilting iron ☺️
Adding it to my list!😮✨
Scraplique 🎉❤
Hi, really enjoy your videos. For your appliqué, like others have commented, needle turn appliqué is what I think you are looking for. I’m not sure how Mutsu turns his raw edges under before he appliqués them down with a blanket stitch, but for needle turn appliqué you use your needle to turn the raw edge under and then you stitch it down, either with a blanket stitch like Mutsu or just an appliqué stitch that doesn’t show (sorry I don’t know the proper name for the hidden appliqué stitch lol). The first stitch you did where you tucked the fabric under with your needle, that is essentially needle turn appliqué! 17:03
For your appliqué workshop teaching a class using needle turn appliqué I think would be the best method because all you need is your image, fabric, scissors, thread, and needle. Whereas with other appliqué methods you need interfacings, irons, sprays, etc. and Mutsu’s method looks more organic and simple like needle turn appliqué.
A video that might be helpful is from Sewbecurated on RUclips called "Needle turn appliqué tutorial". Her appliqué is on a quilt but the appliqué method is what I would use on a garment because it’s very clean and a non bulky appliqué method.
Anyways hope my rambling was somewhat helpful 😅
P.s. your cats are adorable!
There’s an appliqué technique referred to as interfacing appliqué. Many of us quilters like this machine sewn technique versus needle turn which is done by hand. It does give you nice crisp edges. I often use It for circles because those are hard to get smooth. I do mostly use raw edge appliqué because I like the texture when the fabric frays but not everyone prefers that look. The technique at 11:10 that you used is easier if you use starch and a little brush on those bits that you turn under. It helps if you have a stiletto to pull back some of the starched bits. There are excellent videos for both techniques here on RUclips. There’s also freezer paper appliqué that’s helpful. Like anything It takes practice and finding your rhythm. Watching and commenting. The table cloth looks like It was hand sewn down using a blanket stitch. Embroidery floss is commonly used. Then you adjust the thickness by using more threads. There’s a trick where you make lines on your non dominant thumb that holds down the fabric. Then you stitch based on the guidelines on your thumb. It helps your stitches be even until you’ve created eye hand muscle memory.
Thank you so much for sharing! It's great to have emotions and to give yourself time to feel your emotions through, very healthy. 💗
Have you thought about using a quilting iron, hubbie bought me one for xmas and its a game changer, also get / make some hams they are god send with doing fiddly small applique, hope this helps xxx ps your doing great and never forget how far you have come, love your work xxx
Okay definitely looking up mini irons right now! 😂 ohh thank you so much!🥹💜
Sooooo....scrappliqué!?
Oh my god…scrapplique is GENIUS 😮
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Mutsu has a video on his channel from 3 years ago called „oval shape pocket“. In this video he shows how he cuts, irons and sews on applications. I randomly found it today.
Try some starch on the seam allowance .. Spray some in a little container . I used the cap from the can or a shot glass. Using a small paint brush apply to just the seam allowance . Fold the fabric over the pattern and press with the small iron. This is the way I did when I was sewing by machine or hand . I used to do needle turn applique also. That is a bit different and very slow sewing. .When you tucked that corner is and stitched it ,that is how needleturned is done
To help making nice curves while ironing, you could make a thin cardboard patterns of the wings. This will help heming in the shape you want effortlessly, evenly between each pieces, and without weird corners 😊 All you have to do is place the cardboard pattern on your fabric piece and fold the hems over it, with a lot of steam (be careful not to burn yourself !), it works wonderfuly !
He’s probably using an English paper piecing technique where there is paper glued to the back and the edges are folded around the paper and glued down.
Use starch and don’t cut all the way around, just on curves… you might get better results 😊 it’s called Paper piecing, also use a single strand of embroidery thread, that might help too
So when i was younger my aunt did this kind of applique. She would cut the shape from card, cut her fabric bigger and then run a gather stitch around the fabric to pull it to the card shape, iron and then leave the gather in if it was not bulky but pull it out if it was. Remove the card. She would trim some of the bulk occasionally cxreating the notches if it was a thicker fabric. Another method is to sew your fabric to lining fabric, sewing the shape fully. cut a hole in the centre back of the lining and tuirn it right way out and press.
check out @handymumlin as she does this kind of stuff with various methods. www.youtube.com/@HandyMumLin
omg, that card tehnique, that may be some childhood memory coming back for me, thank you...
I will have to check handymumlin out! That sounds like such a good technique! Thank you!
@@afrayed_upcycling there is another one called thuy crafts who are great for the methods too. Good luck xx
Marion's world appliqué DIY ruclips.net/video/Es7fONH9GxI/видео.html
Love your refined pronunciation of appliqué. In Australia, we say APPLA-KAY.
Hello! I love the butterfly.
I don't remember what the technique is called, I have to look up...but you can try with English paper pieced quilt technique.
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Your work is beautiful. Especially for your first one. The next few will turn out much better. Choose which techniques work for you. Yeah for learning new things!
It’s adorable! And very…you! One thing you could check out that might give you the look you’re going for is “turn needle appliqué”.
Tiger tape will make your stitches even. It comes in different widths 1/8”, 1/4”, 1/2”
Check out The Topian Den. I love how she does her applique! She uses a very dense zigzag stitch. (Although a bit different look from what youre going for)
I’ve been wanting to appliqué like you are trying to do. I found a video made by an experienced quilter. The company name is Thistledown and Company quilts. They have a RUclips video. I hope it helps.
I love your videos! i wonder if it might work to use wonder web which is fusible on both sides, iron it on the back of the fabric before you cut the applique out, then cut out your design. Peel off the backing of the wonder web, Iron onto the fabric, the raw edges are kept from fraying, and then embroider around the edges to finish. :-) I love the results of your butterfly - it is playful and cute!!! There is a woman in the US who does "Scrappy Applique" - Shannon Brinkley - here is one of her tutorials. ruclips.net/video/FycrPHHcjms/видео.htmlsi=PnxCRkaLO2BBUVyB can't wait to see what you create next!!!
Don't e so hard on yourself. I think for your first try it's fabulous! Just keep practicing. Love your channel ❤
Hi Scarlet, the technique of needle turned appliqué can be tricky, particularly when you’re adding multiple layers. There’s a lovely RUclips channel called Handmade Dalae. She hasn’t added any new content for several years but she’s a Japanese lady who made the most beautiful needle turned appliqué items from scrap fabrics and shows the process from start to finish. Hope this is helpful.
Instead of notches, try doing a basting stitch curved and tighten it as much as needed. Or google freezer paper method could really be helpful. You can "quilt as you go applique" also. I am a hands on person so I have a difficult time typing the instructions Everybody needs a time to breathe and chill. Don't worry - Self Care is never Selfish!
I love your colorful dresses and styles. I just recently started learning English paper piercing (EPP), your technique of shapes reminds me of this process. So what if you cut the shape out of paper then sew around it, then remove the paper. I love your hair color. I love you trying to add new ideas.
Have you tried cutting one main piece and then cutting an identical piece in a scrap fabric, which won't be seen. Right sides together. Stitch all the way round. Snip any curves. Then make a small slit in the back of the scrap back piece and turn it through and then press. I hope this makes sense. You will have really neat edges then and the back piece with the slit is hidden. I think you are doing amazing, you are so creative. Otherwise raw edge appliqué looks good too 😊
What you're trying to do is "needle-turn applique" and i think it is a Hawaiian quilting technique. Using your needle to push the fabric under isn't cheating, it's part of the process! :) (i'm sure there are other cultures that use it but that's the one that I can think of that you can research.) This video tutorial from Bookhou is good! ruclips.net/video/oTyblRPmwMQ/видео.html
He only does quilts, but if you want to check out Dave's Craft Room, he does applique alot
I suggest English paper piecing. @thelasthomelyhouse bastes her edges down for making quilts, but I have used it for applique. Can also glue the edges down. I think it's really fun and cool of you to show an honest attempt at a new craft!
I love it! I love needle-turn appliqué. Once you get it down and you will, it’s so fun and relaxing.
An alternative to needle turn appliqué for speed is to use old faithful bondaweb or for hand sewing or better mistyfuse which is lovely to sew through x
It's needle turn applique, fabric shape is cut with a small turn, and hand sewn, turning under the scant seam allowance with your needle as you sew.☺️
I do not know if this is the correct way to do it as I am completely self-taught, but I do the interfacing first (slightly smaller than the finished piece) and then fold over.
if I wanted ultraclean edges like that I think I'd cut out two piece for each, sew them together leaving a tiny gap, and turn them inside out making a tiny.... pillowcase in each shape to iron. also don't try and do it fast, his videos are amazing but they are very sped up!
(thank you for doing this video, it was so inspiring and I'll definitely be doing my own applique stuff now!)
Sometimes we just have to take a break from what we do and look after ourselves. Thank you for being honest and sharing. It doesn't sound childish or tantrumy at all. It's funny, I found that exact same canal boat tea towel down here in Cornwall last week - I thought it wouldn't look good as a dress at all but you made it look perfect.
I'm glad you took time for a selfcare week x
The butterfly pattern matches your earrings!!!
Use lightweight cotton... it takes years of practice to get fine edges on your applique.
I've heard of folks using freezer paper to make their templates and then iron it onto the right side of the fabric (freezer paper bonds to fabric when heated up), and then cutting a seam allowance around and turning it under while stitching.
hi i just watched a jacket being made by mutsu ,who i didn't know about until this vlog so thank you x
i have a feeling that he may use starch on the fabric,plus the pieces are either fabric glued together before stitching or interfaced because it looks like card? which would stop the pieces moving around and much easier to work with.
also when you look at the seam allowance he doesn't cut up to the line and the iron is very hot and he used stream.
also,when the fabric is washed it washes out the starch and/or soften the glued to give the ages look and a softness.
there are tricks to the trade but i would say you are doing a great job ! and you are working on used fabric which is so soft , have a closer look at the patches he working on (youtube) because its your craft you might get a better idea how he does it,
i taught textures from an art lecturer point of view not fashion ,this is now i would start out using fabric glue or interfacing until i find a better process, hope that helps ,keep up the great work i love your jackets, so disappointed the horse jacket was a small lol take care x
I have found that projects need a time out. Sometimes you get frustrated and need to go do something else to clear your brain so you can see it with fresh eyes. It is also perfectly legitimate to completely give up, if it's just not working.
Could you use a dab of glue or seam tape to hold it in place while you iron it.. just a suggestion.
I’ve watched quilters do this and they use spray starch to wet the bits they are folding over before ironing. They spray it in a can lid then use a paintbrush.
Philippa Naylor is brilliant at turned edge appliqué have a look out for her.
Why not just cut the shape out then use a spray fixative to put on fabric right away and then touch of glue over the edge as you apply your stitch that’s going to cover the edge anyways ? I’m not super experienced sewer but that’s what I would do as a crafty person
Hi great vlog again love them❤ I was looking at his work and he doesn’t seem to fold the shapes under to stitch them, he just stitches, 😁
Firstly thank you for introducing me to Mutso and the designer Yusuke - he is amazing. I watched a few of his videos and mostly he does not turn under the fabric. However there are some instances where he did - I guess it depends on the fabric. Stick at it - you are doing a great job. I have always liked Boro and Sashiko but never have the time to just sit and do slow stitching. I need to make time to do this. I love your style - but excited to see what your next style will be. 😊
Have you tried doing in on the sewing machine as the thread will be finer and when you get use to it are you can look up an embroidery machine as I have the pfaff creative 3.0 which are brilliant for doing stuff like that but you can get a cheaper one to begin with as see if you like it but once you start using the embroidery machine there is no going back. I would also try to use thinner thread as well which will leave it more designer looking and also you can get the book of embroidery by the royal school of needlework as that is very useful when you are looking to learn that type of needle work as well plus the photos are fab and you can get different weight of threads for doing hand stitching as well which might look better for clothes as well. ❤
Practice. I do some of this work and I've gotten better over time. You have the right I just need to keep doing it.
✨👍 you look beautiful 🌹so refreshed... 😁😁🥰🥰
maybe you can cut two pieces each, one is the fabric and the other one a thin interfacing sew them right sides together, right side of the main fabric and the fusible side of the interfacing, clip the edges make a slit on the interfacing so you can turn it.this will allow easy stitching because you can now fuse the applique to a fabric where you want to put it.
It’s good you took time out and you look a 100 times better .like the baby doll style as is…. Do you have a patter for the baby doll…
That is almost a sweetheart neckline, how lovely 😻🌟
I think you need to starch the fabric before you do this.
I so love your style. Would spray starch work? it may help some.
Search ‘needle turn appliqué’
I really like the new sleeve too and the baby doll too.
I would just do a very small seam allowance, 5mm max, not notch it unless absolutely necessary, don't bother ironing the seam allowance under, tack the piece very basically and quickly onto the fabric, and then turn under the seam allowance as I sew the piece onto the fabric. Those final stitches are good for holding in annoying pokey-out bits.
Will definitely try this!! Thank you!💜🧵
Freezer paper is what you need xx
Freezer paper. Works a treat xxxx
I rework old pieces of embroidery, doilies, etc., and interfacing helps me a lot. Figuring out little bits is so satisfying.
Yesss interfacing is the best!🙌
Who is Mutu you mentioned?
Love u ❤️🧵💃🏽
I think you are trying to stitch needle turn applique.
I just looked at his Instagram pix. It is hard to see detail, but he might use wool fabric scraps (they don't ravel). He might use button hole or blanket stitch around the raw edges. Very inspiring.
Use fabric glue to fold the clip parts to paper and then press.
Will try that out! Thank you!
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OMG! I wish I could jump through this screen and show you how to make perfect appliques! I've been using my technique for 30 years! The pieces come out perfectly and you don't have to fight turning the seams under! Can you send me your mailing address and I can send samples and directions? You won't regret it! Love your channel too!
Yes please!! Afrayedupcycling@gmail.com!🌸🦋
@@afrayed_upcycling The way I do it is like the way you said today about putting 2 pieces right sides together, sewing all the way around and slitting it on the back and then turning it to the right side. Just make sure you trim the seam allowance real close to the stitching. The only difference is that I use used fabric softener sheets for the second piece of fabric. It's repurposed and is way thinner to sew when appliqueing.
Glad to see others use my idea too!
When I’ve done needle turned applique before I’ve used spray starch, put some in the lid and using a small paint brush paint around the edges, this will help with folding and once it’s dry it will hold. Hope this makes sense
Do you attach it to freezer paper, or just fold right away?
@@afrayed_upcycling freezer paper, sorry forgot that bit, it peels away when dry and can be used again a couple of times
I absolutely love your videos; I often watch when I am working in my studio and you feel like you’re right next to me. Thank you. 🖤
🦋✨love art deco style 🩵
was the tile piece hanging on the wall by Alphonse? Google it if not. He did 4 beautiful figures in the 4 seasons
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I’m in the very beginning of my sewing journey (at 37🤫) and the only observation I have of the amazing SanFran artist is the material looked very heavy like wool/felt.
Keep going my fairy friend ! 🧚♀️
i am subscribed to mutsu by prospective flow here on youtube. not sure how detailed the videos on instagram are but the technique is exactly as you described. the "trick" might just be how meticulous he is with the clipping and ironing. his seam allowance is fairly substantial and i don't think he clips all the way to the fold.
It’s important to take time for yourself. You’re young and building a business. It takes time. I’m sixty years old so trust me I know this to be true. Pace yourselves and have fun. You’re smart, creative, talented and sweet. Be kind to yourself. You’ll be okay. Sending love and hugs. Your friend Diane ❤
When I needleturn applique, I cut the shape out with only a few mm outside the line. I spray adhesive it in place then I just use fine thread and needle using tiny stitches I come up on the shape line and tuck the edge under the extra couple of mm and put the needle down through the backing fabric right next to the shape line a mm or two ahead of where the needle came up. When I snip the curves, convex and concave, I use tiny embroidery scissors or small pointy scissors or snips, just a hairs breadth short of the line so I don't see the loose threads of the cuts.
I hope you can understand that.
Your butterfly is very cute. Keeping your samples is a very good idea. Look back each year or sooner, and see how much you have learnt and improved. It's awesome to see for yourself just how good you are at what you do.
Great for a first attempt and on such a small scale. Go girl!!
Love your butterfly!