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I am going to start the Sistine Chapel.It has 34 patterns. Is there a special way to sew all the patterns together after I have completed each one?
Hello, Valerie
First of all.. Congratulations on starting this rather large project. :) It's going to take you some time to complete, however, when it's completed, it'll be beautiful. :)
Secondly, I would HIGHLY recommend that you stitch this on a large piece of material, instead of doing it 34 pieces. There is no way of sewing these together to my knowledge, and in my mind's eye, I would think that the whole design wouldn't lay flat due to the sewing. Just be sure to buy a piece of fabric for the design size, PLUS add an additional 6" all around the design to allow for framing, and extra stitching area, if needed.
I wish you good luck on this project, and happy stitching. :)
Sincerely,
Angela :)
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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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