Incorporating Cross-stitch, anyone have experience?
#11

That sounds like a neat product. If you think of the name of it, let me know...I might be interested in it for other projects. :D [/quote]
It is called Waste Canvas and it is available in small squares, about 6 x 6 or in larger rolls. It may be tricky at times to pull away, but if you wet it a little it comes out easy. You can also use other fabrics than aida, like an evenweave, that does not shrink as much.
Maria
#13

I doubt if you would need the pliers on the waste canvas if you are only cross stitching through the cotton top. I would bet that you couldn't stitch tight enough to make it difficult. Now if you were going to cross stitch through the sandwich, you've got a kettle of fish of a different sort with the back having knots and such.
Michaels carries the waste canvas. I've used it. I really think your easier bet is to make Label Block, I think it will make your life easier.
:D
Michaels carries the waste canvas. I've used it. I really think your easier bet is to make Label Block, I think it will make your life easier.
:D
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Originally Posted by littlehud
I have never done that, but it sound like a great idea. I would worry about the cross stitch fabric shrinking and the thread bleeding. Maybe if you washed it before putting it on the quilt, it might work. I would love to try it.
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Originally Posted by butterflywing
Originally Posted by littlehud
I have never done that, but it sound like a great idea. I would worry about the cross stitch fabric shrinking and the thread bleeding. Maybe if you washed it before putting it on the quilt, it might work. I would love to try it.
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Originally Posted by barbsbus
Originally Posted by blzzrdqueen
I'm thinking for my label for my quilt, when I'm done, I'd like to do it in cross-stitch and attach it to a block on the lower right hand corner of the quilt. I'm wondering when and how I can do this. When II do cross-stitch, I have to do it on the 14count fabric or it will come out messy. I'm hoping I can just sew that fabric onto the quilt.
Can anyone give me any \advice?
Can anyone give me any \advice?
I do cross stitch using some tear away stuff that I buy at JoAnns. It is stiff and is kind of like canvas. You cross stitch in the holes and when you are through you pull out the threads of the stiff stuff. Wish I could remember the name of it.
Actually, I am not familiar either. I read that it is a product that allows you to cross stitch on plain fabrics, etc. I would love to purchase some. I have tried looking on net, but must not be typing in the correct wording. thanks, qnc
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