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General Tips
Handling Threads With your order you may receive information specific to the threads you’ve purchased. If you have any problems or questions just call, write, or e-mail us.
Handling Fabrics Always finish the edge of your fabric to prevent unraveling as you work. Some use Fray Check while I prefer to machine zigzag or hand sew the edge with small overcast or blanket stitches.
Pre-WashingIf you plan on washing your needlework (please see "Cleaning Your Work / Washing Your Threads") after stitching, you should test your threads beforehand. A little time spent doing this can save a lot of frustration later.
Testing Threads Wet a length of thread and place on paper towel. If color bleeds wash the skein in hot soapy water with little or no agitation until all excess dye is removed. Add nothing else to the water. Rinse immediately and thoroughly. You may press out excess water by rolling in a towel. Then lay it out straight to air dry. If your finished project is to be pressed or blocked with an iron, briefly add heat (using a cloth) when testing the wet thread. If your color bleeds follow above washing directions.
Keep your finished work out of direct sunlight. Some dyes may not be light fast and sunlight, in general, can be damaging to any fiber.
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Edward Scissorfish This is the most fantastic scissor holder decorated with beaded embroidery! He will hold a pair of scissors up to 4" long. No previous beading experience is necessary.
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Large Bee Bar - Vanilla "A serious treat for dry skin" This all natural solid lotion bar is packed with Shea butter and naturally healing oils and emollients. Warm the Bee Bar in your hands and smooth it over dry cracked skin.
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Pretty Little Pincushions From ultra-feminine and vintage chic to whimsically colorful and downright oddball, these pincushions redefine the form. And that's sure to attract the many creative sewers and crafters who have chosen these small, charming canvases as the perfect vehicle to showcase fabulous fabric, simple embellishments, and novel ideas. Nearly 30 projects from a pool of talented designers provide plenty of inspiration, and there's information on materials and adornments, stuffing options, and what makes a successful, functional pincushion. All that's needed are beginning hand-sewing skills to stitch up such unique creations as tiny flowerpot and ladybug pincushions made from a bottle-cap base; a beehive complete with honey bee-topped pins; a selection of heirloom pincushions with vintage trim, lace, and buttons; or elegant silk fruit suited to a centerpiece as much as a sewing basket. Still others, like a tropical fish, a pair of cacti, or a crazy striped rooster, can double as plushy toys without the pins.
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