It All Came Out In The Wash

I'm so glad I took the time to wash this sample, before proceeding any further, with the project. I'm not usually that farsighted, but since I was using denim I wasn't to sure how things would wash up. I'm happy to say it all came out in the wash......all my conclusions anyway.

Just look at the difference between  using a zig zag stitch on the edge or not.

I'm preferring the zig zagged edge.

I'm not particularly fond of the zig zag on the back.

Sample back

Sample of sewing the fabric down, with a zig zag stitch, then cutting away the fabric using regular quilting cotton.

Similar technique  using denim.

My conclusions are:

• Give my denim fabric another wash to soften it up before using.
• Stitch the fabric down with the zig zag stitch before cutting away.....this will actually save me some time (did I mention I have a bit of a lazy bone).
• Leave the back fabric off until all the zig zag stitching is done.

QAYG Reverse Applique

I spent the afternoon playing around with a little QAYG Reverse Applique. I'm quilting and appliqueing in one step. 

I'm not sure how I want to treat the edges. I plan to do one of the following:

• Leave the edges raw
• Zig Zag with contrasting thread
• Zig Zag with navy thread

I've done a bit of each on this sample block. My plan is to wash the block and see which finish I prefer.

I like cutting 20 inch wide strips of batting......all ready for any QAYG projects I might have on the go.