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This is one of my 2-do projects that has me a little baffled. I got this cutwork fabric already made. The rolled hem is so close to the edge, the length is 34 in. the width about 7 inches. I have 2 pieces. Do you know why this was made and/or what I can do with it? Thank you for your thoughts. LLDS!
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jennlenore
26 Apr 2012
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To make it a little wider and longer for a nice doily/table runner/dresser scarf try adding some wide flat lace around the outside edges. It is very pretty and with lace trim it would be a very pretty table or dresser accent.
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highlandermom
26 Apr 2012
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This looks nice. By being pre-made sounds like runner/table scarf. By the rolled hem a lot of times then you crochet edge to or sew lace on.
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Beautiful piece of cutwork. Would be pretty to put a bright or pastel fabric underneath it. Could be used as a small pillow case or some of the other cutie ideas.
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I think you can put some small lace outside the edge to finish up I love the cut work design.Maria
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These dresser scarves were popular in the 20's and 30's. I still have the one that my mother made, thank goodness, because we never attached any importance to it -- it was just something she did. I know better now. However, it did not have lace on the edges. Perhaps a dealer in laces & doilies could give you more information.
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Thanks!
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crochet around the edges it would look lovely hugs
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That would be the perfect touch
I now have an endless hoop, just need to do more learning! Lots of learning! It would be beautiful though. Thanks
yes - use that hoop.
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I would sew ready made lace all around, the thicker type of lace!
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I have a bunch of lace, however it is poly and I want to stick with cotton!
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dragonflyer
27 Apr 2012
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Lovely...you could add some heirloom type insertion lace on one edge and add the second panel to it...or add a linen fabric that matches with insertion lace on each side and add the other cutwork panel to the added middle panel with insertion lace...hope that makes sense...
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Dear Chris, looking at this I would use it as an Antimacassar (see link below). I would put a picot crochet edge to this something delicate to match the beautiful rose flowers. Love and blessings Chris
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http://www.cheapnets.co.uk/#/antimacassars/4533410315
www.cheapnets.co.uk
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Thank you Chris. I think these pieces may have been for this purpose, especially after learning about the "old days"! I do know I do not want to put it in a drawer.
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shirlener88
30 Apr 2012
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It sure is lovely cutwork - let us know what you come up with.