Expert: Angela - 12/20/2009

Question
Angela, I've been stitching for many years.  Right now I'm workng on a bread cloth and am concerned about stithces coming undone with using and washing the bread cloth.  What do you suggest for the finished project?  I am planning to make several different holiday bread cloths and monograming napkins, some as gifts, and could really use some advice on finishing the back side.
Thanks   Sandy

Answer
Hello, Sandy :)

I, too, stitch bread cloths, and have never finished the backs of mine.

However... If you're handy with a sewing machine, you could sew a backing holiday themed fabric, or other themed fabric matching the theme of the bread cloth, or you could use Elmer's Spray Adhesive.  The latter as a tacky feeling to it, however, it would ensure that the stitches wouldn't come out.  I would think that after a few washes, the tacky feeling would lessen.  It's a thought.

Those are the only 2 ideas that come to mind.  I hope that helps.  Good luck, and happy stitching! :)

Sincerely,

Angela :)