Fusibles @ a Glance

This section groups together all the fusibles combined regardless of packaging. Heat fuse are the most abundant and commonly used. Cool fuse is especially good for delicate materials and projects.

Using fusibles can be time saving and add versatility to the types of projects you can stabilize. We strongly recommend that you test the fusing with the fabric you will be using before applying the fusible to the entire project. Testing and practicing on scrap material will save you from heartache and headache in the end.

How to Fuse Your Interfacing:
• Place coated side of your fusible interfacing on the wrong side of your fashion fabric.
• Cover with a lightweight dry press cloth.
• Steam press with iron set at “Wool “. Use this setting as a general guideline, as iron temperature will vary. Press firmly for 10-12 seconds, it takes a minimum of 10 seconds to fuse interfacing to any fabric. The heavier the fabric, the more seconds it takes, so adjust your timing accordingly.
• Do not glide iron back and forth. Use a lift, and press motion.
• Turn pieces over and repeat process on the right side of fabric to achieve a smooth, secure bond.
• Be patient. Always allow fused pieces to cool completely before handling them.
• If your iron is too hot, bubbling may occur, adjust iron to a lower temperature and do another test, increasing the fusing time.

Fusing Instructions For Fleece
• Cut fusible fleece according to shape and size of the pattern pieces you are fusing.
• Cut away seam allowances to exact pattern size in craft projects, such as band box covers and padded picture frames, to eliminate bulk at seam line.
• Place the fusible fleece fusible side up and cover with your fabrics wrong side down. This method of reverse fusing on the lace side of the fabric side allows an easier fuse without reducing the loft of the fusible fleece.
• Cover with a lightweight dry press cloth.
• Steam press with iron set at “Wool”.
• Press lightly for 10-12 seconds.
• Do not glide iron back and forth.
• Allow fused pieces to cool and check adhesion by trying to separate one edge.
• If a firm bond is desired, turn pieces over and fuse again in the traditional fusing method on the fleece side. Increase pressure used.
Note: This increase of pressure and steam tends to reduce loft of the fusible fleece.
Important Tips:
• Pre-shrink all fabrics prior to fusing with fusible fleece.
• Test fuse the fusible fleece on a swatch of fabric being used before you start your project.
• For most craft projects, a light bond is all that is necessary. Stitching and gluing techniques that are included will prevent any movement of the interfacing.
Content: Machine wash, warm. Tumble dry. Use warm iron, if needed. Or dry clean.