Heather Thomas introduces several techniques on how to add satin stitching to your quilts. Find out how many ways you can incorporate satin stitching into your pieces. Learn how change the density of your stitch to create depth in your quilts. Use these tips to add a design element or thickness to your quilt.
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Love this idea. Did you do the satin stitch quilting using the free motion method.
Hi, Jillian. These satin stitches were done by selecting a zig-zag stitch on the machine and then adjusting it so the stitches form very close to one another creating the satin stitch. Hope this helps!
Loved this! Thanks!
when creating these small quilts, what batting or stabilizer did you use, and is it stitched through to the backing or did you cover the baking with anther fabric.
Hi Carolyn, Yes, there is batting (thin, cotton) and backing fabric, sandwiched just like you would in a regular quilt.
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Enjoyed this and learnt something new
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