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Fusi-Boo: A Quilter’s Friend or Foe?
I know it looks like it I’m wearing a discount Snuggie in the photo, but relax. I just decided to wrap myself in Fusi-Boo for dramatic effect. And it’s actually way more expensive than buying one of those discount sleeping bags with sleeves.
If you quilt, you may know that Fusi-Boo is fusible quilt batting. And after much deliberation and Googling, I’ve decided to use it for my ArtPrize quilt.
Even though the name of the product is kind of silly, I’m starting to warm up to it because it allows you to baste your quilt WITHOUT using pins which is fantastic because I seem to have misplaced the curved safety pins that I normally use for this purpose.
This batting is thinner than the natural cotton batting I usually use, so I would probably double it up if I was making a quilt for a bed. But I’m working on quilts for the wall, so I’m good to go.
Fusi-Boo puts up a little fight when you take it out of the package. Because it sticks to itself, I had to wrestle with it a bit get it unfolded and smooth. But I think we’re on the same team now. Let’s hope we continue to get along when I fire up the machine in a few minutes.
The fact that my blog posting has become more frequent the closer I get to the ArtPrize deadline is an indication that I truly excel at one thing: the fine art of procrastination.
OK, it’s time to get down with the Fusi-Boo.
P.S. I recommend Barbara Weiland Talbert’s book, “The Quilting Answer Book.” It contains great tips and makes me feel like I have an expert right in the room with me.
Posted: September 4th, 2010 under ArtPrize, Quilting, Sewing.
Comments: 6
Comments
Comment from T. Crockett
Time: September 4, 2010, 7:51 pm
Don’t consider it procrastination, it’s giving yourself credit for each stage that you accomplish. Or something like that.
On a slightly more serious note, I’d never heard of Fusiboo, so thanks for the introduction.
Comment from jennifer
Time: September 4, 2010, 7:56 pm
In all seriousness, I am making a point to document this creative adventure. But the fact that I still haven’t started sewing is further proof of my procrastination skills. Ok, now it’s really time to stitch.
Comment from Kellyi
Time: September 5, 2010, 4:55 pm
Do you ever think you’ve done something, only to be unsure of whether you actually did, or if you just dreamt you did it?
Well, I’m having one of those moments.
I’ve subscribed to Craftsanity podcasts through Itunes and wanted you to know how much I love love LOVE them! I am slowly working my way through the episodes and find them so inspirational.
If I am repeating myself – I am truly sorry (I am the mother to four young children so repeat myself regularly throughout the day.)
Keep up the excellent work – and thank you so much!
Comment from jennifer
Time: September 5, 2010, 5:10 pm
Thanks for taking the time to leave such a nice post, Kelly. I don’t remember reading one from you before, but I’m the mother of two small girls and repeat myself all the time, too. Regardless, I was very happy to read your comment. Have a great day!
Comment from Beth
Time: September 5, 2010, 6:12 pm
You look so tired!
I’m glad the end is in sight for you. Rooting for you all the way!!!
Comment from jennifer
Time: September 5, 2010, 6:35 pm
Thanks, Beth. Reading encouraging comments is helping me keep up my momentum. : )
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