tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post9039907892625589821..comments2024-03-22T14:01:18.225-04:00Comments on Baroque Embellishments: Off the Linen (continued)Kimberly Servellohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08429456479703363604noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-77571591023972947082013-04-19T03:43:58.044-04:002013-04-19T03:43:58.044-04:00Kimberly,
Thanks so much for comment into my blog...Kimberly,<br /><br />Thanks so much for comment into my blog, unfortunately if I replay in it people how leaves a comment cannot see my gratefulnees..that annoy me<br />because 'comments feed ours blog' and our work..LOL<br /><br />Warm regards Taller de lino / Linen artisanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14543187450803793481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-82263180348122104122013-02-27T08:01:42.475-05:002013-02-27T08:01:42.475-05:00Welcome Angela,
Thanks for joining us! And for c...Welcome Angela,<br /><br />Thanks for joining us! And for commenting! Please don't hesitate to ask any questions you have as you get back into embroidery. I hope to see your embroidery some time. :)<br /><br />KimberlyKimberly Servellohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08429456479703363604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-85716289441054992922013-02-27T07:58:29.159-05:002013-02-27T07:58:29.159-05:00Hi Bob,
Wow, thanks for the very detailed process...Hi Bob,<br /><br />Wow, thanks for the very detailed process! We must be kindred souls :) Having a degree in Mechanical Engineering I am all about details!<br /><br />I will give your suggestions a try - substituting a more historically accurate glue in place of the Elmer's.<br /><br />Thank you!<br />KimberlyKimberly Servellohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08429456479703363604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-90420834474242293172013-02-27T07:55:01.442-05:002013-02-27T07:55:01.442-05:00Hi floozina,
I'm guessing you're from Aus...Hi floozina,<br /><br />I'm guessing you're from Australia because I googled Spotlight and that's where the stores seem to be. It looks like what we used to call "Five and Dime" stores -a mix of household and crafting supplies. Here in the U.S I could check out Michaels or AC Moore for florist wire. I think I read that Jane Nicholas has used it as well.<br /><br />I need to be use only one fabric thickness since I'll be stitching reversible blackwork on it. But, the florist wire may solve my problem. Also, the thinner thread as you suggested.<br /><br />Thanks for the info!<br />KimberlyKimberly Servellohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08429456479703363604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-47831056245578923422013-02-27T07:49:13.952-05:002013-02-27T07:49:13.952-05:00Hi Rachel,
I moved away from the Memory thread as...Hi Rachel,<br /><br />I moved away from the Memory thread as of my 3rd attempt, when I started using the 371 wire. I can see it's not going to work well, either. I have, since, read 'Raised Embroidery' by Barbara and Roy Hirst and the Beetle Collection book by Jane Nicholas. Jane suggests using a floral wire, I think. <br /><br />I've not heard of fuse-wire - what is it? I'm thinking it's wire used for electrical fuses. Do you buy it from needlework suppliers or hardware store?<br /><br />Thanks for the info,<br />KimberlyKimberly Servellohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08429456479703363604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-52736611595047957672013-02-24T19:06:19.586-05:002013-02-24T19:06:19.586-05:00Hello. I just found your blog through Pinterest. ...Hello. I just found your blog through Pinterest. I hope to keep tabs as I am trying to revitalize my own embroidery skills. I have long to develop an artistic style that combines my sewing skills and art skills. So will be checking you out in the near future - or rather regularly. Thank you for sharing your gifts and talents.Angelahttp://www.lachatelainechocolat.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-47057647912688935902013-02-23T01:34:54.332-05:002013-02-23T01:34:54.332-05:00I should have commented on the last post, sorry ab...I should have commented on the last post, sorry about that. I do a lot of detached pieces, and edge them with buttonhole. Here we go with things that may help. <br />1. Linen fabric generally has a thicker fiber than cotton or silk, so it's chunkier, and more prone to fuzzing up the edges. Here's two tricks, a)I use a bit of Elmer's glue (white glue, basically) diluted slightly, and brushed all around, and allowed to soak in a bit, and dry. (it dries clear) then I cut the piece out. After cutting I brush it with a little more of the glue, to get any remaining fuzziness. and...b) if using a different color for the buttonhole edge, I've learned to use a small amount of acrylic paint that matches(coordinates) with the thread. It doesn't have to be an exact match, just close enough. I've learned the hard way, do *NOT* use a Sharpie permanent marker, they are not permanent in the presence of acetone (nail polish, nail polish remover, fray-check) or alcohol, and will absorb into the thread, and run up into the stitching, it's horrifying) Oh, meant to put in that the painting is right at the edge of the fabric. <br /><br />2.)Good standard brass craft wire should do the job just fine. If you can find narrow gauge paper wrapped wire, go for it, I've never had any luck finding one narrow enough for me. Depending on how small or fiddly the edge is, determines the gauge of the wire. I usually use a 24-26 gauge with good results. I have some 32 for really fiddly tiny things, but I wouldn't use it on linen, not sturdy enough. <br /><br />3) apply the wire after the stitching is done, and before cutting the piece out. I use really close couching stitches, virtually an overcast stitch, then apply the glue, then dry then cut it out, close to the stitching. <br /><br />as a final, last resort if everything here is failing, I find that flat silk thread will cover the edges quite nicely and hide everything. Or, doing two passes of buttonhole(blanket) stitch will also do the job. (Do the first one, very tight, trim any threads poking through, then do the second pass with a doubled thread) <br /><br />I hope these help, don't hesitate to ask me if you have questions, check my blog, I may have posted the steps I follow, if not, I should work up a tutorial sometime. <br />Good luck, <br />Bob (Beard5)beard5https://www.blogger.com/profile/04005181542051113220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-48408311420202460092013-02-22T07:19:07.651-05:002013-02-22T07:19:07.651-05:00I use two layers of fabric with the wire between t...I use two layers of fabric with the wire between them, and buttonhole around the edge before carefully trimming the excess fabric. The wire I use is the stuff cake decorators or florists use - you can get it from Spotlight or similar shops and it is usually covered with white or green papery stuff. I have also used 24 or 26 gauge wire which is quite fine. The thread you use is also important; it must be very fine, eg, one strand of DMC cotton or similar.<br /><br />I hope this helps a bit with your problems. It is really a suck-it-and-see what works kind of operation.floozinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05740296376589522915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-5069151131229681182013-02-22T06:25:45.791-05:002013-02-22T06:25:45.791-05:00Maybe you could try a fine fuse-wire instead of th...Maybe you could try a fine fuse-wire instead of the memory thread?Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15322676800314521539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465680991340085889.post-1776181024616274292013-02-22T03:52:19.945-05:002013-02-22T03:52:19.945-05:00Depending on the effect you are trying to achieve ...Depending on the effect you are trying to achieve have you tried backing the linen to give it more body? To help with the frayed look run a thin film of conservation glue around the outside edge and allow to dry before trimming. I think I would try a less chunky coloured edge, the thinner wire sounds great and as you can probably tell I will follow this thread with interest. I wish I had more time to play.Hillside Threadshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05723222077662455117noreply@blogger.com