My Mom would have done a lot of hand basing and pinning when crafting a pillow and then use the sewing machine. Well, I like to wing it. Just go for broke and use the sewing machine … no hand … Read more
Pillows
Needles and Threads
For 18 count fabric I use single strands of size 5 and size 3.
For 20 – 24 count fabrics I used size 5 through size 8 threads.
If you use a higher count fabric than 24 you will probably … Read more
Thread and Fabric Vendors
Hardanger is normally worked in two weights of threads. For fabric with count of 22 through 25 I use size 8 and size 5 threads. Kloster blocks are worked in the heavier, thicker size thread which would be the size … Read more
Buttonhole edge stitch
There are several edges that I have seen on Hardanger worked pieces: turned hem, fringed and buttonhole. I mainly finished my worked Hardanger designs with a buttonhole worked edge so that I can trim off excess fabric.
This stitch edge … Read more
Purchasing Hardanger fabric
I found purchasing fabric and thread a bit baffling when I first moved from kits to putting together my own choice of fabric and threads. I have found out what I need to know is how many fabric holes there … Read more
Sewing the piping onto the front fabric
A few comments:
Shorten the length of your sewing machine stitch. The raw edge of the piping points out toward the raw edge of your worked piece. You will be sewing such that the worked side of your design is… Read moreCreating your own piping
Getting Ready:
I used Wright’s 1/4-inch 100% cotton cording that I purchased (50-yard spool) on Amazon.com. Cut off a length of the cord (this is used as the core within the piping) that is several inches longer than you need … Read more