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    Old 03-19-2013, 06:37 AM
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    I use Form Flex, I'm wondering if it's similar to Shape Flex. I really like it, it's stiff enough that I don't need a hoop while I embroider, but it softens after washing.
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    Old 03-19-2013, 03:32 PM
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    I went and got SF101 and am going to try that. I got busy working on another project while I kept reading what everyone was saying. I'm also curious about something, I know some of you said you used the Sulky and liked it which is good info. My pattern just called for DMC. I have some embroidery thread from a place called The Gentle Art. It's over dyed floss so as such is a little more expensive(I use it in needlepunch). My question is this, can you use whatever thread you prefer as long as it looks good? Thanks again everyone!
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    Old 03-21-2013, 05:12 PM
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    Yes, of course you can use whatever you want! Hopefully, there are no redwork police. I'd just check to make sure it won't run if you don't know about its colorfastness.
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    Old 03-21-2013, 05:14 PM
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    Originally Posted by Gladygirl
    Looked at the needlenthreads site and found lots of patterns I like---cut my square of fabric, ironed on interfacing and started embroidering last night--discovered I don't like the interfacing I used and the white on white fabric is hard to stitch thru the designs !!!! So I will finish it someday and use it for a small wall hanging. Going to the fabric store tomorrow and will have a better idea what to buy this time around. Pays to do a trial run for something you want to do, I guess.
    I had a hard time with white on white too. It must be more heavily printed.
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    Old 03-21-2013, 05:22 PM
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    I've learned so much on this thread. I've never heard of using backing of any kind. It's also made me want to do some redwork, and since I want a Christmas quilt, I just ordered a book with Kansas City Star patterns. It should arrive tomorrow. I'm so excited! Hopefully, it'll have these and even more tips for me.
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    The best needle (it is the only one I've found that is tapered from the tip to the eye) is from Scarlet Today (www.redworkplus.com) She also has cute hand embroidery patterns on her website. I think crabapplehill also sells those needles. When looking for patterns check out coloring pages on the internet--just google a subject and you can spend hours cruising through getting inspired. If you have any questions, I'll be happy to help.[/QUOTE]

    Dottie,
    What size needle do you suggest. Your info is fabulous. I'm new to embroidery, in fact I haven't started yet. Still gathering info. Thank you. Janet
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