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First of all, anything that is as light weight as Saran Wrap is too light weight. I do recommend that you use something heavier. Scraps can be used for topping because it does not need to be in the hoop itself. The water soluble stabilizer (if it is the paper type rather than the plastic type) is used...
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Welcome to the wonderful world of machine embroidery (ME) and AnnTheGran (ATG). ME is the most fun craft, it is beautiful, and creative, you are going to fall in love! ATG is the premiere site for ME enthusiasts because we learn and help each other. The blogs are excellent, be sure to check those out...
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Minky is one beautiful fabric for a baby's project. But, it is slippery and difficult to work with. So, I recommend that you use Ann's (excellent) Adhesive Water Soluble Stabilizer. You need the adhesion for that fabric and Ann's is the very best on the market and, if you are a member of...
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Pattiann is right, the cause of this problem is some sort of issue with the stabilizer. I like to use the adhesive types of stabilizers rather than a spray on because of simplicity and lack of a mess with the adhesive. You might like to try the one here at ATG it is great! If the area is not too large...
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Hi Mew, Well not sure if I would use Water soluble stabilizer on a sweatshirt, at least not on the backing, I would use some Soft Stabilizer, then when you have the design done, put a piece of iron on interfacing over the stitches to aide in not having a scratchy feel when wearing. Wow, Marge is correct...
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Interesting name - flying M creations! We all run into different issues from time to time. And this one is interesting. I think a photo of your problem would help to determine what the issue might be. If I understand you correctly, the design does not sew correctly and has gaps. Sweatshirts generally...
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You are right there Pat, It definatly does give all of us all a chance to voice our opinions! Just so you know, I too live in an older home with older plumbing, our houses have both been more than 30 years old, I have never had an issue with the wss, in all the years I have used it. ( don't forget...
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THANK YOU JOAN! , Re: Snowflake Designs I wondered how long it would take someone to respond to this idea! I still and ALWAYS have rinsed this in the sink, and washing machine. I was around when disposable diapers were just being instituted and coming into fruition, that was the BIG CLAIM, is that is...
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So true, we don't ! I just know what works well. I won't recommend something that is not a quality product, as I too have bought inferior product that just does not do what they claim. These do! We are sewers just like you that have been "down the road" so to speak. (Gee, I just realized...
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Judy and I sound like a walking ad for ATG adhesive water soluble stabilizer ! We don't get a commission, I promise! That stabilizer is head and shoulders above all the rest in that category. You can use whatever you like, but the fact is taking someone's advise is usually better than trying...