Expert: Angela - 8/10/2007

Question
QUESTION: I am an experienced stitcher but I have never used the blending filament before. I am beginning a huge project that probably 95% of the stitches include blending filament. My question is how do you anchor the blending filament? I will be using the 2 over 2 method on 28 ct Laguna fabric. I can anchor the floss using the loop method but what about the third strand. Is there an easy and solid way to anchor the extra strand?

ANSWER: Hello, Sue :)

I've read that you need to knot the blending filament to the needle so that it doesn't slip out when you stitch with it.  I've never done that before, and have just stitched with it as I normally would.

I would knot the blending filament to the needle, and then insert the other thread through the needle, then start stitching. :)

Blending filament MAY start to fray a bit as you're stitching, so it's best to use shorter strands of it to prevent this from happening.

Good luck, and happy stitching! :)

Sincerely,

Angela :)

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QUESTION: I'm sorry Angela, I guess I was misleading. How do you anchor the blending filament to the fabric itself?

Thanks and sorry for the misunderstanding.

Sue

Answer
Hello, Sue :)

To anchor the blending filament to the fabric, simply stitch over it like you would secure your embroidery floss. :)  Be sure to have enough of a tail when you're securing your threads so that they don't come out, that's all. :)

You're welcome. :)  If you have further questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. :)

Good luck, and happy stitching! :)

Sincerely,

Angela :)