what fabric would you use to make dresser scarves?
09-09-2010, 05:21 AM
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quote=retired2pa]Denise...here's the web:
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thank you for the link Retired2pa. I put it in my favorites :!: I am always looking at new ideals for Christmas.
http://www.allaboutblanks.com/[/quote]
thank you for the link Retired2pa. I put it in my favorites :!: I am always looking at new ideals for Christmas.
09-09-2010, 05:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Holice
Now Denise.....it may be that only us "older" quilters know what a doily is......I just had to get that "older" in the message which was referred to in another post....lol
09-09-2010, 05:52 AM
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I hand embroider them using white 100% cottom broadcloth. It is not quite like the fabric used in the 1920-40 however it is the best substitute for the heavy weight cotton that was used in dresser scarves. When they get soiled toss in the washing machine and starch the heck out of them when you iron. I love a nice crisp dresser scarf.
09-10-2010, 03:39 AM
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Originally Posted by loopywren
Originally Posted by DeniseP
I want to make dresser scarves for Chirstmas and do not know what type of fabric to use. I have an embroidery machine and tons of designs that would look beautiful, but I haven't done it because I have no idea what to use. Should I use Kona cotton or some other cotton. I prefer to stay with cotton as it is easier to wash. Help!
09-10-2010, 04:48 AM
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Dresser scarves are made to protect the surface of your furniture from scratches and wear. Embroidering a dresser scarf was one of the first things we did to learn our stitches and they went into our hope chests. I still have some I made 70 years ago and still use them.
A good source for linen/like fabric is Joann Fabrics. Some of their linen has polyester in it so does not require ironing. Comes in many colors and would be excellent for machine or hand embroidery. I have used it for years.
Carol J.
A good source for linen/like fabric is Joann Fabrics. Some of their linen has polyester in it so does not require ironing. Comes in many colors and would be excellent for machine or hand embroidery. I have used it for years.
Carol J.
09-10-2010, 05:04 AM
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Originally Posted by DeniseP
Originally Posted by loopywren
Originally Posted by DeniseP
I want to make dresser scarves for Chirstmas and do not know what type of fabric to use. I have an embroidery machine and tons of designs that would look beautiful, but I haven't done it because I have no idea what to use. Should I use Kona cotton or some other cotton. I prefer to stay with cotton as it is easier to wash. Help!
09-10-2010, 05:22 AM
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I have dresser scarves from my deceased grandmother. I'm not sure this fabric is available now. It may have even been plain feedsacks. It is rather coarse. Linen would embroider beautifully. I have no idea how much it would cost.
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