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I'm working on a design which calls for couching to outline a large bow. I'm supposed to use 4 strands of gold metallic thread with an additional single strand for anchoring. I have been unable to keep the 4 strands evenly in the needle. Any suggestions?
Hello, Pat
My apologies for not getting back to you until now.
My suggestion to you is thread the metallic floss through the needle, and then tie it in a 1/2 knot. That should keep your thread from adjusting itself as you're stitching. Also, be sure to not cut the metallic thread too long as it'll fray as you're using it.
I hope that helps. Good luck, and happy stitching! ;)
Sincerely,
Angela :)
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Angela
Expertise
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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