Working with burlap
#1
Working with burlap
My DGD wants my help in decorating her bedroom at college. She wants burlap and lace. Does anyone have any tips/suggestions for working with burlap as I've never sewn with it. We will make a valance with a rod pocket, tie backs for lace curtains, throw pillows, etc. Thanks.
#2
In my very little experience.........all I can say is that it will be hard on your hands. Gloves? I would try gently washing first and lining with muslin. Sounds like you are trying one of those 'one of a kind' projects that I get myself into! Good luck and have fun!
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I saw last week Jo-Anns has tons of burlap. I would also line it with the same color as the burlap. I would choke working with it, but it will be cute. Lining will help a "not see through" deal. I would wash it somehow to make it more soft for the lining and sewing. I don't know a thing about burlap, but I'll bet it will shrink. big time.
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Does she know burlap smells?
Is see through?
Sheds like crazy?
Will be a mess as it's washed?
Lands, I'd never work with that stuff again, but remember vividly that it's a late teen/early twenty 'thing'!' Good luck with your effort of love and be sure to share the results with us.
Is see through?
Sheds like crazy?
Will be a mess as it's washed?
Lands, I'd never work with that stuff again, but remember vividly that it's a late teen/early twenty 'thing'!' Good luck with your effort of love and be sure to share the results with us.
#7
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Everyone is right. Burlap is beastly to work with, creates a lot of dust/lint, and smells. A friend who blogs is making burlap/lace/mason jar decorations for a wedding. I don't know how to link you up, but the blog name is "michelle paige." They look cute...I guess because burlap/lace/pearls/bling seem so opposite. Enjoy the project and show the results.
#8
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I work at JoAnns---and am amazed how many people are using burlap for wedding decorations---including table runners! One tip I have for you, tho---is how to get a straight piece. Snip before a thread---and after..........then pull that thread out. I will look like a railroad track---------and cut thru it. That ensures a straight cut. Good luck!
#9
Thanks for all the suggestions....I'm off to the sewing room. Fortunately the burlap I found (actually at Walmart) was pretty soft and does not smell. I know it will be messy though...hope I'm prepared!! Thanks again! Linda
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