Starching little pieces; slick trick
#21
Did you sew the tea towel and apron? Those were the days. I have a niece in Upper Michigan who works for extension there and they still have very active 4-H! Wish more young people today would embrace those great programs.
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I sewed the apron with a flexible plastic semicircle that was threaded through a casing. My GC are beginning 4-H right now. 9 yo GD was here this morning and we worked on her horse wall hanging; all cut out and ready to sew. Then she had to go home. 8 yo GD made a music bag for her piano books under her mother's guidance.
Here's what 9 yo and I did this summer--
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...w-t195329.html
Here's what 9 yo and I did this summer--
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...w-t195329.html
Last edited by oksewglad; 10-28-2012 at 11:38 AM.
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Wax paper also works great for lubricating light bulbs, makes them easier to twist into the lamp. I've always liked to use parchment for ironing.
Also - I believe the only major difference between Best Press and regular spray starch is that Best Press has surfactants that help it absorb into the fabric faster. It still contains starch. I use non-aerosol Niagra spray starch and have found that if I simply let it soak into the fabric for a minute or two, I don't get any scorching or flakes.
Also - I believe the only major difference between Best Press and regular spray starch is that Best Press has surfactants that help it absorb into the fabric faster. It still contains starch. I use non-aerosol Niagra spray starch and have found that if I simply let it soak into the fabric for a minute or two, I don't get any scorching or flakes.
Last edited by Peckish; 10-28-2012 at 09:32 PM.
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Keep in mind that bugs like starch. If you are not going to finish your quilt right away and it is going to be stored for a while, you should think twice about leaving starch in your fabrics. I prefer to use sizing instead.
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