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Expert: Angela - 7/31/2008


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I would like to stitch a project on 18 count beige Aida, and I need a piece that is at least 20" x 24". Unfortunately, no one makes this color in that size. How would I go about dyeing a large piece of 18 count white Aida beige and what type of dye would I need?

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Hello, Gina :)

You may be able to find that size in beige at Hobby Lobby or Michaels, or you can purchase some here:

http://www.123stitch.com/cgi-bin/itemdetail.pl?item=3793-13X

This same place also has a larger piece:

http://www.123stitch.com/cgi-bin/itemdetail.pl?item=3793-13

I've never dyed a piece of fabric before, and I wouldn't be able to tell you how to do so.

I hope that helps.  Good luck! :)

Sincerely,

Angela

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I have 22+ years of cross stitching experience, which includes stitching on Aida, evenweave linen, vinyl canvas, and have stitched a design on a cotton t-shirt using waste canvas. I have also worked with beads and blending filament in quite a few projects. I have made many projects which include cross stitched mugs, a keychain, pictures, magnets, and the cotton t-shirt. I can answer questions pertaining to preparing and cleaning fabric, preparing clothing for stitching, how many threads to be used on which Aida cloth, and will try to help you to the best of my ability with other questions you may have. I am prompt in my responses and usually answer within 24 hours from when you ask your question. I look forward to helping you. :)

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