Have to mention! Using a sharpy with rulers leaves ink along the edges and will get on your hands and elsewhere. Best thing to do is to clean your ruler edge right after you use it. Make it a habit to save your sanity and the possibility of inking everything around you. ❤
I spread a large sheet on the table. I can cut out three 20" minky squares, toss the minky squares in the dryer on no heat, and FOLD THE SHEET just enough to cover the fuzz. Then there is a clean surface again. I can keep cutting squares, toss them in the dryer, fold the sheet over the fuzz, and cut again until I run out of sheet to fold. I don't need a vacuum to pick up the fuzz because folding the sheet traps the fuzz completely, then it goes in the dryer. This method is the best and the cleanest if you are cutting squares or any other shapes such as circles or rectangles.
Have you tried/do you recommend using Glad Press and Seal for cutting and/or sewing in order to control the mess and take the place of pins? I have also heard Sulky sticky Solvy helps keep the edges from stretching altho that could get pretty expensive. I would love to hear your thoughts pros/cons of using either approach.
Yes I have and personally didn't really like it. It is only useful in very limited situations and I much prefer my pins and stiletto to control the fabric than using the plastic and having to remove it from all the stitching. I know some people swear by it. --teresa
Hi!@@nancyhagen4061 We just saw this question (6 months late!) and we hope you've found an answer! If you haven't yet, we recommend a 90/14 stretch needle. A Jersey needle or a ball point needle will work in a pinch. Universal needles will cause skipped stitches.
Your instructions make a lot of sense. I just need to leap over my hesitation to cut and sew my minky fabric 🤪
Have to mention! Using a sharpy with rulers leaves ink along the edges and will get on your hands and elsewhere. Best thing to do is to clean your ruler edge right after you use it. Make it a habit to save your sanity and the possibility of inking everything around you. ❤
Good tips on cleaning up before sewing project. Thanks!
I spread a large sheet on the table. I can cut out three 20" minky squares, toss the minky squares in the dryer on no heat, and FOLD THE SHEET just enough to cover the fuzz. Then there is a clean surface again. I can keep cutting squares, toss them in the dryer, fold the sheet over the fuzz, and cut again until I run out of sheet to fold. I don't need a vacuum to pick up the fuzz because folding the sheet traps the fuzz completely, then it goes in the dryer. This method is the best and the cleanest if you are cutting squares or any other shapes such as circles or rectangles.
That's a great idea when you are using scissors to cut! Thank you for sharing. --teresa
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Thanks for the info.
Have you tried/do you recommend using Glad Press and Seal for cutting and/or sewing in order to control the mess and take the place of pins? I have also heard Sulky sticky Solvy helps keep the edges from stretching altho that could get pretty expensive. I would love to hear your thoughts pros/cons of using either approach.
Yes I have and personally didn't really like it. It is only useful in very limited situations and I much prefer my pins and stiletto to control the fabric than using the plastic and having to remove it from all the stitching. I know some people swear by it. --teresa
I wonder if cutting the minky with a chenille cutter would make it better if you slid it just right.
Some folks have an easier time with the Chenille Cutter, but I struggle with it. Give it a shot and see if it works for you! --teresa
How do I load cuddle on my long arm? Which way does stretch go?
The stretch should go widthwise always, so the cut edge is against the leaders. -teresa
what about cutting it with a hot knife?
You can cut it with a hot knife, but it will slightly melt the edges and leave it stiff. This works okay for some uses, but not others. --teresa
What size needle is recommended?
Hi!@@nancyhagen4061 We just saw this question (6 months late!) and we hope you've found an answer! If you haven't yet, we recommend a 90/14 stretch needle. A Jersey needle or a ball point needle will work in a pinch. Universal needles will cause skipped stitches.