Question for you! I am about to stitch on 2 hankies and a Ring Bearers Pillow (all three are Linen). I need hints on how to keep my stitches from puckering. I believe starching them will be important. What stabilizer should I use - should I float them or hoop - I would so appreciate any and all suggestions for keeping the puckers away. Thanks for your input - Hugs, Laura
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If you are using very small or tiny lettering, be sure to use bobbin weight thread in the needle. Also turn off your machine's automatic cutter as it makes knots underneath. Nan
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by dailylaundry
20 Oct 2021
No, but I will practice on some thin cotton. I appreciate the small needle hint!! Thank you!!
11927Hoop 1 or 2 sheets washaway, then also hoop or pin your heavily starched hankie. Add a topping cover to assist in stability. Stitch to your heart's content!
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by graceandham
18 Oct 2021
If using any lettering, you want it to be from your machine or a really reliable digitizer. There's lots of crummy alphas out there that have poor underlayment (structure).
by dailylaundry
18 Oct 2021
These are all great hints - thank you, Betsey - I am nervous about doing these 3 items! What type of Washaway is best? I have a woven type and the plastic type? I appreciate you help on this! Hugs!
by graceandham
18 Oct 2021
When I make FSL I use one sheet of each type. On this project it probably won't matter, so make yourself happy.
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