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| Frequently Asked Questions |
Q How can I finish the bottom of the Jitter Bucket?
A Before adding the cover to bucket, use hot glue to attach an 8 inch circle of quilt batting
to the bucket bottom. Cut a circle of coordinating or matching fabric approximately 12
inches in diameter. Turn bucket upside down and secure edges of circle to bucket sides
with tacky glue or hot glue, making small pleats to fit. To cover raw edges, glue a
decorative ribbon or trim or use the new colored duct tape.
Q The Jitter Bucket pattern calls for heavy, firm iron-on backing. What does that
include?
A Fusible fleece gives a nice finish, and Decor Bond and Craft Fuse are just two of the
interfacings that can be used. Quilt batting or felt used with an adhesive spray works great.
You may want to cut out the darts and satin stitch the dart lines together. (See gold zigzag
dart line inside Jitter Bucket.)
Q Can I use pet screen instead of vinyl for the pockets in the Jitter Bucket and the
Tote-all-Bucket?
A Pet screen is 7 times stronger than regular screen and works great for both Jitter
Bucket and Tote-all-Bucket pockets. A Teflon presser foot is not needed, and you can use
more decorative stitches with the Pet Screen.
Q Where can I find pet screen?
A Many quilt stores stock pet screen in a variety of colors for use in tote bags and
purses. Hardware stores and major discount stores carry it in black.
Q Do I need a special needle to sew vinyl or pet screen?
A A regular needle works fine. On vinyl, use a longer stitch (3), but stitch length doesn't
matter with pet screen. You will need sturdy, sharp pins for both, though. The patterns
include tips that make sewing on vinyl almost as easy as sewing on fabric.
Q When attaching the pet screen pocket, how do you suggest stitching on the
stitching line between pockets? Do you suggest a straight stitch only? Using a trim?
A Because you can sew directly on the pet screen with a regular presser foot, you do not
need the trim on the stitching line as you do with vinyl. Either a straight stitch or a
decorative machine stitch will work equally well.
Q Could I machine embroider a design on the pet screen?
A I recommend using a heavy-duty water soluble stabilizer and a low thread count
embroidery design. Hoop the stabilizer and secure the pet screen with pins, a basting
stitch or both. When the design is complete, soak and remove the stabilizer according to
manufacturer's directions.
Q Where can I find the 5 gallon buckets for the Tote-all-Bucket?
A The buckets for the Tote-all-Bucket pattern can be purchased in the paint department at
the major discount stores and most hardware stores. They may also be recycled from
many sources. Be sure to get the type with the 3 ridges at the top, not the one with the
single flange.
Q Where is the best place to obtain the 5 quart buckets for the Jitter Bucket?
A The 5 quart buckets may be purchased in the paint department at the major discount
stores and in most hardware stores. A good source is the grocery store – filled with ice
cream! You need the traditional bucket – not a new design – with a handle that is easily
removable.
Q What are some other ideas for using pet screen? Where is the best place to obtain
the 5 quart buckets for the Jitter Bucket?
A Couching fun yarns or bobbin work with decorative fibers are possibilities. Adding an
extra inch at the pocket top will give enough room to turn under for rows of decorative
machine stitching. Appliques with Wonder Under or Steam-A-Seam2 are fast and fun –
just use a press cloth and follow the manufacturer's directions.
A Before adding the cover to bucket, use hot glue to attach an 8 inch circle of quilt batting
to the bucket bottom. Cut a circle of coordinating or matching fabric approximately 12
inches in diameter. Turn bucket upside down and secure edges of circle to bucket sides
with tacky glue or hot glue, making small pleats to fit. To cover raw edges, glue a
decorative ribbon or trim or use the new colored duct tape.
Q The Jitter Bucket pattern calls for heavy, firm iron-on backing. What does that
include?
A Fusible fleece gives a nice finish, and Decor Bond and Craft Fuse are just two of the
interfacings that can be used. Quilt batting or felt used with an adhesive spray works great.
You may want to cut out the darts and satin stitch the dart lines together. (See gold zigzag
dart line inside Jitter Bucket.)
Q Can I use pet screen instead of vinyl for the pockets in the Jitter Bucket and the
Tote-all-Bucket?
A Pet screen is 7 times stronger than regular screen and works great for both Jitter
Bucket and Tote-all-Bucket pockets. A Teflon presser foot is not needed, and you can use
more decorative stitches with the Pet Screen.
Q Where can I find pet screen?
A Many quilt stores stock pet screen in a variety of colors for use in tote bags and
purses. Hardware stores and major discount stores carry it in black.
Q Do I need a special needle to sew vinyl or pet screen?
A A regular needle works fine. On vinyl, use a longer stitch (3), but stitch length doesn't
matter with pet screen. You will need sturdy, sharp pins for both, though. The patterns
include tips that make sewing on vinyl almost as easy as sewing on fabric.
Q When attaching the pet screen pocket, how do you suggest stitching on the
stitching line between pockets? Do you suggest a straight stitch only? Using a trim?
A Because you can sew directly on the pet screen with a regular presser foot, you do not
need the trim on the stitching line as you do with vinyl. Either a straight stitch or a
decorative machine stitch will work equally well.
Q Could I machine embroider a design on the pet screen?
A I recommend using a heavy-duty water soluble stabilizer and a low thread count
embroidery design. Hoop the stabilizer and secure the pet screen with pins, a basting
stitch or both. When the design is complete, soak and remove the stabilizer according to
manufacturer's directions.
Q Where can I find the 5 gallon buckets for the Tote-all-Bucket?
A The buckets for the Tote-all-Bucket pattern can be purchased in the paint department at
the major discount stores and most hardware stores. They may also be recycled from
many sources. Be sure to get the type with the 3 ridges at the top, not the one with the
single flange.
Q Where is the best place to obtain the 5 quart buckets for the Jitter Bucket?
A The 5 quart buckets may be purchased in the paint department at the major discount
stores and in most hardware stores. A good source is the grocery store – filled with ice
cream! You need the traditional bucket – not a new design – with a handle that is easily
removable.
Q What are some other ideas for using pet screen? Where is the best place to obtain
the 5 quart buckets for the Jitter Bucket?
A Couching fun yarns or bobbin work with decorative fibers are possibilities. Adding an
extra inch at the pocket top will give enough room to turn under for rows of decorative
machine stitching. Appliques with Wonder Under or Steam-A-Seam2 are fast and fun –
just use a press cloth and follow the manufacturer's directions.
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