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When doing FSL, what kind of thread do you use? When you sew the bowls together, do you put the right side to the outside, or the inside? I put the right side to the outside. I have no clue what I'm doing with this FSL but it was kind of fun.
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So far I've used Metro poly in general and rayon for
3d orchids. I wonder sometimes about the in and out
version of bowls but it depends on the design.
3d orchids. I wonder sometimes about the in and out
version of bowls but it depends on the design.
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Thank you for posting
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justonlyme
24 Feb 2012
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It depends upon what kind of look you are going for with your FSL. If you want an antique-type look, you can use cotton or even serger thread. It works beautifully. Every type of thread yields a different look altogether!
I've never put together multiple sections of FSL to create anything larger, but if I were to try, I would probably use the same thread that I used to stitch the design in the first place.
For not knowing what you were doing, you sure did a good job. :)
I've never put together multiple sections of FSL to create anything larger, but if I were to try, I would probably use the same thread that I used to stitch the design in the first place.
For not knowing what you were doing, you sure did a good job. :)
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Thank you. I used the same thread in the bobbin and the same thread to sew it together.
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With fsl if you use the same thread top & bobbin, 'right and wrong' sides shouldn't be an issue - they should look the same. It's really only with fabric bowls which often use different fabrics each side that it becomes difficult to decide which goes inside and outside.
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Yes,I used the same thread top, bottom, and also to sew it together. The right side does look a little different, The top side is more rounded and the bottom is flatter.
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shirlener88
24 Feb 2012
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I generally will use a great embroidery thread for the top and bobbin threads - I have used a cotton or serger thread for more of an antique look, too. On a taller bowl - or not as rounded I will put the right side to the outside - but if the bowl is low and really wide - I will put the right side to the inside - it is a matter of taste. Most people say you can not tell the right side from the wrong side - but actually it is the pattern that you are trying to make look the best and generally it will look best the way the designer created it. But the use of the same thread in the top and bobbin - is so it looks wonderful from both sides. Keep on doing what you are doing and you will keep on getting what you are getting. Enjoy your FSL making.
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Sounds good to me! Live Laugh Download Stitch!
That's what I was wondering about is the type of thread used. I have loads of surger thread and it's a lot cheaper than embroidery thread. Thank you so much for posting, you are "The Queen" of FSL. All of your work is just beautiful. I agree with you on the pattern showing, that why I asked about the right and the wrong side. The right side is a little more rounded when there is a pattern or where it shows detail. I did use the same thread on top, bottom, and to sew it together. Thanks for all the info.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann
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susiesembroidery
24 Feb 2012
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You did a really nice piece of work. The bowl looks lovely!!! I always use the same cotton in the bobbin and on top, therefore, you can decide which is the one you want to be outstanding. I usually put the right side to the outside for large bowls and the right side in middle for small bowls and little baskets. Good work!*****
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Thank you. I know to use the same thread on top, bottom, and sewing it together. I was just wondering the "type" of thread everyone uses. I did put the R/S to the outside. Thank you for posting.
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eastwitch2
24 Feb 2012
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Many say that using 40 weight Polyester embroidery thread or 50 weight Cotton thread for top and bobbin thread for bowls will give the bowl more body to stand up better.
For FSL Doilies you could use Rayon or polyester or 50 weight cotton as they are flat.
I use 40 weight rayon or polyester or 50 weight cotton for any FSL.
I find that rayon gives a softer feeling FSL than polyester embroidery thread when rinsed out.
The choice is up to the stitcher!!
EastWitch2
For FSL Doilies you could use Rayon or polyester or 50 weight cotton as they are flat.
I use 40 weight rayon or polyester or 50 weight cotton for any FSL.
I find that rayon gives a softer feeling FSL than polyester embroidery thread when rinsed out.
The choice is up to the stitcher!!
EastWitch2