Well, I am in the process of getting my sewjo back
after lots of time in the sun! Two big repair jobs were waiting
and now, both repair projects are complete!
The first was an easy patch on a
generic comforter, ( that darn dog) and the second
was a zipper like patterned quilt of my GD,
and yes, that darn anxious old dog again.
Anywho, I got motivated and finished up both items!
Here is the more concerning patch up,
a lovely big hole all the way thru the quilt!
So, I took out the fragments and laid out the
quilt to see what pieces needed replacing.
Actually only three pieces were destroyed,
two squares and a rectangle, 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" and 2 1/2" x 4 1/2".
Then I opened up a bunch of seams and picked out
the clamshell quilting. Hurrah for scrap quilting
because one doesn't have to match colors! I cut
out the replacement patches and stitched up the seams,
sewing all the verticals first and then finishing with the three
horizontal seams. The through and through hole made
the repair a bit easier, and I didn't have to top stich on the
front of the quilt.
I was able to find a bit more of the backing and the batting
was replaced using some powdered fusible to keep it in place.
Once I topstitched the backing in place, I repaired the quilting.
After a quick wash to remove any canine saliva, it is all set and
the repair is only noticeable if you know where to look!
Another win for quilting!
Stay safe and sew on !
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