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From: ruralgal71
Date: 06-13-2005, 04:53 PM (1 of 3)
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I have to make a thread loop for a button on the back of a dress. Can someone explain how to make a thread loop to me? Thanks heather |
User: ruralgal71
Member since: 05-07-2004 Total posts: 34 
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From: sewingrandma
Date: 06-13-2005, 08:27 PM (2 of 3)
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Heather what I do when I have to make a thread loop for a button is start out with your base. Double thread your hand sewing needle and make a loop where it is needed the size you need and tack it so you don't accidently alter the size when you start making stitches over the thread. Don't cut the thread after tacking the loop. Now start making the buttonhole stitch over the entire thread loop, keeping them side by side. I hope I explained this so you can follow. This does make a very attractive and durable button loop.
Brockie
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User: sewingrandma
Member since: 03-06-2003 Total posts: 432 |
From: paroper
Date: 06-13-2005, 10:02 PM (3 of 3)
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By the way, this method can be used to make a swinging snap to go at the top of a zipper too. You just make a straight line to and from the snap (back and forth. Then start making your knots at the snap end working back toward the garment. This is a really nice look at the top of the zipper. The knots? You make a loop around the thread loop and then take your needle through the loop. Always go from the same side of the loop (inside or outside); it makes a lovely finish.
pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
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