removing needle holes in fabric
10-25-2013, 01:40 PM
#13
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Originally Posted by np3
I use my fingernail instead of a pin or needle. I find the point is too sharp and can snag the fabric.
10-25-2013, 02:16 PM
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I agree, steam or washing will close those suckers right up.
I once unquilted an entire quilt for a friend. Yep. Now you all want to be my friend, dontcha?
Anyway, when I was done, I spritzed the top with water, put it in a large lingerie bag (to prevent strings and tangles), and stuck it in the dryer for 20 minutes. When it was done I did need to press a few wrinkles out, but afterwards it looked brand new, like it had never been on a quilt frame.
I once unquilted an entire quilt for a friend. Yep. Now you all want to be my friend, dontcha?
Anyway, when I was done, I spritzed the top with water, put it in a large lingerie bag (to prevent strings and tangles), and stuck it in the dryer for 20 minutes. When it was done I did need to press a few wrinkles out, but afterwards it looked brand new, like it had never been on a quilt frame.
10-25-2013, 08:46 PM
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I miss them a lot too. The only reason I noticed this one is because it was on my list of threads I've posted in, and I didn't remember it. I found my post in it and noticed it was from 2011.
10-26-2013, 01:31 AM
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Years and years ago, when dress lengths on most were ALWAYS below the knees, I had to let down the hems on most of my clothes. I used white vinegar mixed with water to dampen the hem area then put a pressing cloth over the area and pressed away that hem line and all the needle holes. Before trying that now I would try on scrap.
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