Expert: Angela - 12/9/2009

Question
Alright so im not totally sure if i even have the right idea but ive been trying to figure out how i could possibly stitch my own patch onto a jacket. Like not an actual patch like i want to stitch the pattern myself into the jacket. I have some sewing experience and i can usually figure something out if i can just find a little direction. I just need to figure out how i could go about stitching a pattern into a coat. Its kind of a suede material coat and i just want to stitch the pattern in all black

Hope you can help
Thanks for your time

Answer
Hello, Jordan

You can easily stitch a design onto anything simply by using waste canvas.  Here are a couple of websites that'll help you get started:

http://crossstitch.about.com/od/wastecanva1/p/wastecanvas.htm

http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/waste-canvas.html

Keep in mind that since your material is a suede like material, washing it beforehand may not be necessary.  Just be sure to keep your hands clean at all times when you're stitching your design.

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

Sincerely,

Angela :)