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From: Bustermcfe
Date: 01-20-2006, 06:07 PM (1 of 4)
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I would like to add trim to an existing blazer to cover up an iron mark.. oops. It is a black soutache braid; do I have to rip open each seam I want it to extend out of? Or is there a way to neatly tuck under then ends? Thanks, Sandy in PA |
User: Bustermcfe
Member since: 01-19-2006 Total posts: 7 |
From: bridesmom
Date: 01-20-2006, 10:58 PM (2 of 4)
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I'm not familiar with the braid, but if it unravels quite easily I'd be very tempted to open up the seams and sew it in, I think it would also give a more professional look to it. Don't cha just hate those 'ooppps' moments?
Laura
Tickled pink with my Innovis 4000D |
User: bridesmom
Member since: 01-21-2004 Total posts: 2026 |
From: Chrysantha
Date: 01-20-2006, 11:05 PM (3 of 4)
If you had an embroidery machine (or even if you don't). It might cover the oops better. (like I can see the oops...  ) They make some cute patches for sale at JoAnns, Hancocks and Wally World....I like the oops...makes ya part of the club.... 
Chrys
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User: Chrysantha
Member since: 09-06-2002 Total posts: 2414 
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From: paroper
Date: 01-21-2006, 01:03 AM (4 of 4)
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If you can manage to cut it without fray. Use some fray check on the ends. If it doesn't spread and it doesn't fray, you may be able to fold the end under. If you are planning to just "kinda squiggle" it around, you may be able to fold the ends under and then catch them as you put more braid over it.
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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