Bees wax-Does anyone use it
#161
Originally Posted by Joanie Owen
I use the same piece I've had for over 20 years. Cut it in 4 and have a piece in different spots and use it whenever I'm threading a needle. Love the stuff.
#163
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Originally Posted by Latrinka
No never heard of it for threading needles. Will have to try it tho!
BTW- when one runs the needle quickly thru ones hair to make the needle slide thru the fabric easier (as per Amish) there is really no fear of getting oil on the quilt......
#169
I would not hand sew without it. Been using it since I was eleven. That is the benefit of having an older person to teach you to sew!
Jovi
PS: I think "Mind your own beeswax" probably came from a sewing bee orginally.
Jovi
PS: I think "Mind your own beeswax" probably came from a sewing bee orginally.
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