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From: DorothyL
Date: 12-04-2005, 11:52 AM (1 of 3)
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I want to do a decorative two thread chain stitch on the front of a shirt. With this stitch if you pull the string it's gone. Since this is just a little embellishment and not holding anything together that isn't too big a deal but I'd kinda like it to stay there. So what would you all suggest I do at the beginning and end of the chain. It will be the first thing I do on the shirt and eventually the ends will be in the hem and under the facing. At this point I'm considering stitching across it a couple times with the sewing machine, dripping a little fray check on it then tying a knot with the threads. Think it's overkill?? Dorothy |
User: DorothyL
Member since: 12-09-2002 Total posts: 3883 |
From: Kylnne2
Date: 12-04-2005, 01:04 PM (2 of 3)
| You can lock the chainstitch by using your scissors to cut into the chain then give a tug on the needle thread on the other side of the material. I hope this helps. |
User: Kylnne2
Member since: 07-10-2004 Total posts: 629 |
From: DorothyL
Date: 12-04-2005, 01:09 PM (3 of 3)
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I'll practice it a few times so I get it right. Thanks. Sure sounds easier and more secure than the ways I was thinking. Dorothy |
User: DorothyL
Member since: 12-09-2002 Total posts: 3883 |
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