I don't ever use glue sticks for my needle turn applique as they can stretch the bias in your shapes. Instead I use this washable, ironable liquid glue.
 
This incredible Appliqu glue is 100% water-soluble, dries in minutes, holds firmly until you want to loosen it, and does not feel stiff when dry. Contains no dyes, waxes or harmful chemicals and is pH neutral. Great for scrapbooking, appliqu work, quilt binding, chenille strips, use anywhere you would normally use pins.
 
Instead of pinning, "glue baste" your applique work, quilt pieces, bindings and hems. Glue becomes tacky immediately and dries in 3 to 5 mins. Holds firmly until moistened or washed out with soapy water.
 
The unique 2 way applicator gives you a few different options for applying your glue-baste-it:
Use the Small Tip: Excellent for positioning applique with tiny precise dots.
 
Wide Tip: Ideal for applying sashing for quilt-as-you-go projects, quilt bindings etc. Then, turn the wide tip sideways for a narrower line of glue.