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Afghan Cross Stitching
When cross stitching on an afghan, I use 2 ply yarn to do the cross stitching. It makes for less bulk. |
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Blocking Doilies
Eliminate tedious blocking of handmade doilies by dipping them into thick starch and smoothing them on a glassy surface to dry.
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Bobbin Winding
When winding your bobbin, run the machine slowly. This allows the thread to wind smoother. |
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Candle Tip
To prevent candles from smoking and make them last longer too, coat them with soap suds by rolling them between well lathered hands--but don't touch the wick. Let them dry before lighting. |
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Clipping Yarn
When clipping your thread end while quilting, lay your scissors blade sideways next to the thread and "saw " the thread rather then clipping it, This prevents nipping of the material. ( ask me how I know this). |
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Lint Remover
I keep an old toothbrush in my sewing machine drawer to brush the lint from my bobbin case. |
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Pattern Reinforcement
If you will put fusible interfacing on the back of your patterns it will keep them from tearing and they will last longer. |
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Pin Cushion Idea
To make a wonderful needle holder, cover a ball of fine steel wool with a piece of fabric. The steel wool keeps the needles in excellent condition. |
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Plastic Canvas Tip
When cutting out plastic canvas, make your pattern a different color then the piece you are cutting on. You will be able to see better where to cut. |
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Ribbon Storage
Need storage space for you spools of ribbon? Unwind a hanger and straighten it out , bend about 3" back on the bottom to form a "stop", straighten the hook at the top , put your ribbon spools on the wire ,re-bend your hook at the top and hang it up. |
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