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Expert: Angela - 1/13/2009


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hello i am making a historical sampler on 16 count antique the material is very stiff to work with can i wash it before sewing to soften it and make it more comfortable to work with thank you from karen

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Hello, Karen

Yes, you can wash it before you stitch on it.  I would recommend hand washing it instead of machine washing it so that it doesn't unravel as much on the edges.  Use lukewarm water, with a tiny bit of dish soap and just gently swish it around.

When you have finished stitching your project, please don't hesitate to contact me again, and I'll let you know how I clean my projects.  

I hope that helps.  Good luck, and happy stitching! :)

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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