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by bevintex 26 Feb 2011 ( edited Feb 26'11 05:00 )
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and will have to make a trip to the fabric store. So is it better to wait and get some or go ahead without it. Something tells me to follow directions but I also want to get started. Advice please. Thanks

bev

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by jasanne 26 Feb 2011
+8
I didn't use it when I did mine. I stitched in cotton tape along the front where I cut (to stop the stretch), and used prestuds (domes) up the front. I guess you could use a strip of fabric instead though.
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by bevintex 26 Feb 2011
I didn't think it was absolutely necessary but was just wondering what others recommend. Right now i got side tracked and am playing around with another project. So Many projects and not enough time. LOL
bev
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by simplyrosie 26 Feb 2011
+7
I've made several, and the only reason I used interfacing was because I added buttons and needed more stability. If you're not using button, don't worry about it. Installing zippers don't require interfacing either. Good luck!
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by beatie58 26 Feb 2011
+5
Perhaps use iron on stablizer, but probably not necessary. dont forget to put up in projects Hugs Sally
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by bevintex 26 Feb 2011
It may be a day or 2.LOL.
Bev
by beatie58 26 Feb 2011
Senior moment please excuse me!
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by keeponsewing 26 Feb 2011
+5
Bev, if this is for placement of your fabric, why not use basting spray so your fabric will adhere without any thickness from the interfacing? Just a thought. Hugs, Terre
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by bevintex 26 Feb 2011
Good idea, Thanks Terre.I'll come up with something tomorrow. I have a huge roll of wonder under. The lady at Hancock asked me if it was ok if she gave me a piece of the roll she couldnt sell because it was wrinkled. I was shocked at what she gave me. Havent bought any in over a year. Must of been in the right place at the right time.
bev
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by pennifold 26 Feb 2011
+2
Bev, are you making something like Loralye did in PROJECTS. Here is the link http://projects.cuteembroidery.com/6777806/recycled-sweatshirt.html

I am not sure whether she has used interfacing. I'd use whatever I had at home. If you have some iron on vilene that would work just as well. Love Chris

P.S. I reckon that sweatshirt fabric is thick enough on its own anyway.
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by bevintex 26 Feb 2011
Right, mine will be sort of patchwork. It is a pretty thick shirt that i have had forever, time to spruce it up. If it doesn't turn out I can always make potholders. LOL
Bev
by pennifold 26 Feb 2011
NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL RECYCLING!!! LOVE CHRIS
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by shirlener88 26 Feb 2011
+2
Bev, it looks like you got some good advice and also side tracked - so maybe we will see - what your next project really is - Hehehe!
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by bevintex 26 Feb 2011
It just depends on what day it is. But i've always got something brewing.
bev