We loved the idea of using the AccuQuilt GO! Emojis die and enlisted the boys to get creative. Starting with an emoji yellow and black cotton as well as a small palette of colours, all backed with Steam a Seam 2 Lite, their imagination was well and truly unleashed. The AccuQuilt GO! is so easy to use that we were able to leave them to it, and in no time we had lots of fun designs to work with.
The boys decided they'd like to make drawstring kit bags so they could show their creations off to their friends. Just look at the results!
Steam a Seam 2 Lite is perfect for projects like this. Once the backing paper is removed, you're left with a slightly tacky surface, allowing you to place and reposition the components with no fear of shifting. After cutting the backing fabric to the correct size, the boys positioned their emojis and steamed them into place.
Note: For gum-free needles, make sure that Steam a Seam 2 Lite is steamed for a full 20 seconds. A child's 20 seconds can be rather different to yours!
To ensure the designs wouldn't pucker while being stitched to the backing fabric, we used a Stitch N Tear stabiliser, then zig-zagged around the edges of the appliqué shapes in black or invisible thread.
Below are the finished kit bags. The boys are very proud!
Products Used in This Project
- AccuQuilt GO! Fabric Cutter
- AccuQuilt GO! Cutting Mat 6" x 12"
- AccuQuilt GO! Emojis Die
- Steam a Seam 2 Lite
- Vilene Stitch N Tear Stabiliser
- YLI Invisible Thread
Please note: The AccuQuilt GO! Emojis die has since been retired and is no longer available. We hope this project has given you a little inspiration for what's possible with die cutting and appliqué. There are many more fun and creative dies available in the AccuQuilt GO! dies range - take a look and see what sparks your next project!
New to AccuQuilt? See our guide to choosing the right AccuQuilt cutter to find the best machine for your quilting.