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Over sew or bind the fabric edges to prevent fraying - although it
seems to be a bit of a chore it's worth it in the long run! |
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Find the centre of the fabric by folding
in half and then half again - mark the centre with a contrasting thread. It is
not essential to start your sewing at the centre of the design, but this is
probably the easiest method.
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achieved if the fabric is stretched over a hoop or in a frame. Always remove
the hoop when you have finished stitching for the day. |
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Separate the thread into the number of
strands needed as indicated in the key, and work with a length of thread
approximately 18" long.
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If the thread becomes
twisted, let the needle drop down and allow the thread to untwist.
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Never use a knot when starting to sew - it
will make your work look very untidy. Your work should look almost as good on
the back as it does on the front!
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Try to avoid making jumps
of more than 4 stitches on the back of the work - especially across an area of
material that will not be stitched, as the thread will show through the
finished work. |
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