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Julia2, many years ago, I hand appliqued a Celtic design this way. . .
I cut narrow bias strips--like 3/4 of an inch; pressed them in half, pinned them in place on my background fabric. I used applique pins--this are shorter than other pins and your thread doesn't catch on them as easily.
Then I would applique along the fold line, if it was an inner curve, until that section was tacked into place. Next, I would trim the underneath fabric of that inner curve to a scant 1/8 of an inch.
Last, I would fold under the raw edge of the fabric for the outer curve to the fold line of the inner curve and applique that piece of the strip. (Gosh, I hope this makes sense!!)
If the fold line was on the outer curve, I would finger press a new fold line on the inner curve and use that as my "new" fold line and continue as explained above.
I liked this process because the bias strips looked even and because the seam allowance was the same, the strips felt the same no matter where one would check.
I think that Jane Townswick uses a similar technique for her skinny stems. Google her as she has written several applique books.
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I really like the Clover bias tape makers, but the smallest one they offer makes 1/4" bias strips. If you need something smaller, you need a different technique.
http://www.clover-usa.com/product/0/...as_Tape_Makers
You might find this video by Nancy's Notions helpful: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RW9Rww6gEpU
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Raymond Houston has recently been exploring celtic knots. here is the blog: http://knotty-celtic-knots.com/
I haven't had time to go over there myself, so I don't know how useful it is.
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O.K. - Here is the absolute best answer.........drumroll........go google "FASTURN". (You are welcome) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4Qz0...er&list=UL
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I am also looking for ideas on celtic knots etc. A few guilds near me are having a chanllenge called 'Borders' It begins with a basic (plain or fancy - whatever rectangle) beginning at no less than 2" x 3", up to 24 inches. Then we have to put on SIX different borders - One applique, one Celtic knots, one Pieced, one Stained Glsss, one Trapunto and one other of our own choice. A lot of people who started out, have dropped out. I'd like to do a celtic knot, but a simple own. If any one has a suggestions althoug the internet is full of them, if anyone has actually tried one, pls let me know.
For the thin bias strips, I took a course with Debbie Kimball, and she has a great technique - described in her book ' Beautiful Botanicals" Maybe she has a wensite that explains it. It's very similar to the one described on this topic - but I think she startes with 3/8 of an inch. Just place the strip along the line you want. Sew a running stitch at the edge of this. Then, curve the rest of the strip over and under and applique that side. It's easy-peasy!
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I have the following three books in my library:
"Sew Easy Celtic-- Designing Simplified, Applique Perfected" by Angela Madden
MCQ Publications/England/1993
http://www.amazon.com/Sew-Easy-Celti...882&sr=1-1
"Celtic Style Floral Applique--Designs Using Interlaced Scrollwork" by Scarlett Rose
American Quilter's Society/1994 (This book inspired me to make a border for a quilt)
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_no...mp;x=0&y=0
"Celtic Spirals" by Philomena Durcan
Celtic Design Company/1992 (Made several pillows from designs in this book)
http://www.amazon.com/Celtic-Spirals...756&sr=1-3
It looks like you can still purchase these on Amazon.com. I hope this will provide the inspiration you need to succeed.
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I learned to do very narrow bias strips from Deborah Kemball's book Beautiful Botanicals. You cut 3/8" bias strips from your fabric. Then you tack stitch the strip around your design. After that you fold it over and needle-turn it down. I have found this works really well once you get the knack of it and it is as quick as any of the other methods. I have also used the quick bias tape which is great but it is only in limited colours and 1/4" wide which might be too big. Here's a photo of the one I am working on at the moment. I know it's not a Celtic design but the narrow stems are the same kind of thing. The strips end up being a little over 1/8". Good luck with the project - will you post photos when you are done? Rita.
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I cheat. I use fusible bias tape on a roll. There are at least two companies who make these and they are very easy to use.
I know the picture does not show anything remotely Celtic, but you may be able to see how the bias tape is stitched down: with a twin needle that's just a touch narrower than the tape. It sort of lifts the tape in the middle and creates a raised effect. This piece is patiently waiting for me to find some time for more quilting.
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I’m behind, but I finally got month 2 done. I was so afraid of doing the appliqué that I put it off, but it wasn’t...
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Hi, how do I contact the Sue Garman family to get permission to enter Stars for a New Day quilt in an AQS show?...
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congratulations, your quilt is lovely, where did they make the announcement?
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Better late than never, some of the blocks worked others I'm not so sure about but I enjoyed the process
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It is Parchment Blue in the Autumn Kit. The photos are exactly the same on the Fabric Requirements page and the Monthly...
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I have the autumn kit I can’t find cream with blue flower I have parchment but I don’t think that is it
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congrats. when did they announce it? Where can I see it?
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I cannot find Lynn's chapter 7 of her continuing story. HELP!!
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Barb,
I hadn't read the above comments. That is the same thing I was saying!
No need to comment. You got i... -
Barb there is one more error or maybe you wanted the diagonal to be different. On the right picture above at the bottom...
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Thanks, Pat. I saw your post first on my blog. You are correct, those are turned wonky too. More in-sewing in my future....
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3rd try. After this I give up. (I also posted on FB) In the upper left quadrant htere are 3 half-sq triangles units appearing...
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