Where to find “belting”used in thread catcher
I have read numerous tutorials on how to make a thread catcher with a weighted pin cushion. Where do you find the belting?. I checked Jo-Ann and Hobby Lobby. Also what do u use for the weighted pin cushion in place of the crushed or ground walnut shells?
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I bought a thread catcher with a pin cushion that feels like it has a ceramic tile as the base. By belting, do you mean the webbing strips like some totes have? If so, I know Joann's has them.
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i used the nylon/plastic strapping that appliance boxes and such are secured with.
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Joanns. It's sold by the yard.
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The webbing straps can be bought at Seattle Fabrics at the store, online, or by catalog. I used the crushed walnut shells found as Lizard Litter at a pet supplies store. This same crushed walnut shells were used in some gun rests used for a 4-H Shooting Sports group.
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I just asked a guy at Walmart who was unpacking boxes if I could have a length as he was throwing it out. He gave me enough for several thread catchers.
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Yea!!Tartan. sharp eyes to catch that.
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I was behind a furniture store one day and saw a big piece of strapping! Works great!
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I just made my own straps from the same fabric as the bag. They worked out fine. If you are going to use a tile for the weight, wrap it in a scrap of batting so that the corners will not wear thru the fabric.
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You can use an embroidery hoop in place of the belting. I used uncooked rice in place of walnut shells.
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