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From: SewnCrazy
Date: 01-28-2005, 06:02 PM (1 of 7)
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I am trying to use my machine to applique hearts to a pair of overalls. With overalls that do not have the snap crotch, what is the easiest way to apply machine applique? Should I rip the seam from crotch? Any suggestions?
Blessings to all!
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User: SewnCrazy
Member since: 01-26-2005 Total posts: 8 
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From: dmoses
Date: 01-28-2005, 06:54 PM (2 of 7)
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Where will the applique(s) be applied? Also, is this the bib-type overalls?
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User: dmoses
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From: SewnCrazy
Date: 01-28-2005, 08:21 PM (3 of 7)
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Thanks for responding so fast! Yes, its for bib type overalls and I want to place them on the legs, down the front and rear. I'm copying the design style of some that I have seen and just can't figure out the best way to do it without ripping the seams-maybe I have no choice? I'm using some minkee & chenille fabric, squares and hearts. Thanks!
Blessings to all!
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User: SewnCrazy
Member since: 01-26-2005 Total posts: 8
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From: dmoses
Date: 01-28-2005, 08:31 PM (4 of 7)
Since you are putting the appliques on the legs, I think you will have to open seams so you will have a flat surface to work on. It probably wouldn't matter whether it is the outside seams or the inseams. I would pull out the seams that look easiest to open and put back together. Often those pants have a regular seam, and a flatfell-type seam...I would open the regular seam. Hope this makes sense! 
Take care,
Donna |
User: dmoses
Member since: 02-22-2002 Total posts: 964
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From: MaryW
Date: 01-29-2005, 07:22 AM (5 of 7)
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If you have a free-arm machine you might be able to manoeuver the legs a bit that way. Other than that, I think you have to open up the seams.
MaryW
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User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005 Total posts: 2542 
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From: SewnCrazy
Date: 01-29-2005, 02:11 PM (6 of 7)
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I do have an open arm machine, but when I tried to maneuver it, I ended up messing up stitches-I guess I will have to open the seams. After looking at the overalls-(these are Old Navy brand) I will open the inseam. I didn't really want to, but oh well!! Thanks for responding!!
Blessings to all!
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User: SewnCrazy
Member since: 01-26-2005 Total posts: 8
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From: nancy33
Date: 01-29-2005, 08:24 PM (7 of 7)
 I would love to see your finished overalls.. Thanks so much
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User: nancy33
Member since: 01-29-2005 Total posts: 4 |
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