sewidahoquilts Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Thank You Bonnie and hollyc! I used parts of both of your suggestions. I think it worked! I defy anyone to detect the "fix". This quilt is busy and colorful, I don\'t think it will show at all. This "Local" quilt show isn\'t juried or judged, prizes are awarded and it\'s viewer\'s choice. Not what you all think of as a "quilt show" but still includes many beautiful, original and creative works. Thanks again for your positive support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltmonkey Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Wow... I cannot find the hole now! GREAT REPAIR JOB!!! Your customer will thank you for going the extra mile to help. It\'s a win win for both of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyJo Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Dixie Lee - You did an amazing fix on her booboo. I would tackfully point out to her where you did the fix so that she is aware that she needs to check all of her seams before bringing them to you. And I bet you will have this customer for a very long time. GREAT JOB:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Great job on the fix. I can\'t tell there was ever a problem. IMHO, I think repairing it was the right way to go. If it was my top and you fixed it for me, I would be ever so greatful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennan100 Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Excellent job! I can\'t see the fix at all! What combination did you use? I\'m sure others run across the same issue and the more options the better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sewidahoquilts Posted June 3, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 I used a purple air erase marker to outline the exact shape of the area I wanted to overlay. (The area wasn\'t perfectly triangular) I left approximately a scant 1/4". I left the left edge unturned and turned under the remaining edges. I used a glue stick to hold the new triangle in place and hand basted the piece in place. I slipped the left edge under the adjoining edge where it should have been stitched diagonally. I SID type stitched around the perimeter and stippled the piece in place to match the surrounding pieces. Then I used fusible thread to run stitches along the long diagonal seam, catching all layers with tiny stitches. (all that hand embroidery I used to do comes in handy) I then fused the whole thing and Voila! Fixed! I didn\'t edge-stitch along the fused seam as I thought that would show too much. It seems tight and stable, that fusible thread is really cool stuff! My customer was aware of her stitching problem, I had asked her to provide the matching fabric I used to make the repair, no small issue as she lives 30 miles from me. We got it done is what matters! She was very pleased I was willing to help her out and was very thankful to have it unnoticable. You know, my Mother really encouraged the "Golden Rule" with us kids, I know it\'s old timey but it feels right to do what you can to help out your fellow travlers on the road of life. I know I\'d appreciate it if someone was willing to help me out. Hopefully what goes around, comes around! Thanks for your kind words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Ya did good Dixie....you would never know it was hurt and bleeding...All fixed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calicokat Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Dixie - that looks awesome! I\'m sure she was tickled and will really enjoy putting it in the show now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Beth Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 I started to read your directions...but decided next time I have one like this....and there will be a next time...I\'m sending it to you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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