When to use fusible tape
- Fusible tape is the perfect answer to a quick hem or repair.
- Some fabrics are impossible to have an completely invisible hem. Fusible tape is an alternative to stitching that would show when you don't want stitches to be visible.
- Fusible tape can be used to create a small patch to repair a small tear in fabric.
- A narrow tape is a great way to hold a turned edge, that wants to twist, in place to sew decorative or top stitching.
- The weight of the fabric you are fusing will determine the weight of the fusible you want to use. A lightweight fabric such as a sheer fabric would use ultra light weight fusible tape.
- Do not use a heavy weight fusible thinking it will hold better. It may seep through the fabric and be visible.
- Fabric used with fusible of any form, should be pre-washed. Finishes in the fabric may prevent the fusible from adhering to the fabric.
- Press the fabric and any detail (such as a hem)into place before using a fusible.
- Place the tape between the layers of fabric and press until the fusible tape melts, adhering the layers of fabric.
- Do not place your iron directly on the fusible tape! It will melt to the iron and leave a mess!
- If you want to fuse the tape to one layer of fabric at a time, use parchment paper on the non fabric side of the tape.
