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From: GFranklin
Date: 07-13-2006, 03:52 PM (1 of 15)
The July/August issue of Threads has a pretty good article on lining garments. However, the author advises that old fashioned wax tracing paper be used to mark the seam lines. Now, I really liked this type of tracing paper, but I haven't been able to find it in ages. Does anyone know where to get this type of tracing paper? I don't like the chalk paper because it gets all over the place. So, it would be neat if I could find the wax tracing paper again Thanks! Gayle
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From: AndreaSews
Date: 07-13-2006, 09:36 PM (2 of 15)
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I have this one, which is a tracing paper (http://joann.com/catalog.jhtml?CATID=82298&PRODID=47475) which makes a disappearing mark. It feels kind of like the felt inside a magic marker, but the ink disappears within a day or two, or faster if you wipe it with a damp cloth. Also just learned that it comes in single-sided and double-sided, so you could mark 2 layers at once. I found mine in a local, better fabric shop. that same local shop carried the wax one you're referring to, with a few different colors included in a single package, and it was a bit more expensive. I did not find that online just now when I searched Joann.com though. Good luck.
Andrea
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From: Chrysantha
Date: 07-13-2006, 09:45 PM (3 of 15)
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The old Dritz stuff ??? I haven't see it in ages either...I'll see if I can google it..brb.. back...they have the Dritz reg and Mark Be Gone at JoAnn's (online) and in the stores... www.denverfabrics.com has wax free tracing sheets... www.google.com Dritz...will get you a lot of listings..... Chrys
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From: HeyJudee
Date: 07-14-2006, 10:42 AM (4 of 15)
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I don't know about wax tracing paper, but I use this http://www.misterart.com/store/view/001/group_id/114/Saral-Transfer-Tracing-Paper.htm for my quilting. It is a bit expensive but I like it. I get it at my locate art supply store.
TTFN from
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User: HeyJudee
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From: Mom of Six
Date: 07-14-2006, 11:14 AM (5 of 15)
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I found this at Hanckocks. It doesn't say if it is wax or chalk. http://www.hancockfabrics.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=21773&itemType=PRODUCT&iMainCat=4239&iSubCat=4246&iProductID=21773 Barb
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User: Mom of Six
Member since: 11-03-2001 Total posts: 1115 
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From: GFranklin
Date: 07-23-2006, 07:59 PM (6 of 15)
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Thanks for your help! It looks like the "old" paper I have--now in tatters. I will drop by there tomorrow and see if it is what I am looking for--I'll let you know!
Gayle
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User: GFranklin
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From: GFranklin
Date: 07-25-2006, 02:33 PM (7 of 15)
I went to Hancock's today and got the tracing paper (wax based). I also looked at the disappearing marking paper and I think I will try that the next time I go into the store to shop. One thing I know for sure, that chalk based paper is history! Thanks again, everyone. 
Gayle
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User: GFranklin
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From: Mom of Six
Date: 07-25-2006, 04:37 PM (8 of 15)
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Gayle I found some wax free tracing paper in my sewing room. You are welcome to it. I haven't used it in yrs. If you would like it send me your home address in a PM & I will mail it to you.
Barb
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User: Mom of Six
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From: sews4love
Date: 07-25-2006, 06:14 PM (9 of 15)
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Oh my goodness! I never thought that my wonderful Dritz tracing paper might become extinct! I have had it for about 20 years. Yikes, I will run out tomorrow to Hancocks and buy all they have. LOL I, like Dorothy, started sewing 1000 years ago and can not imagine using a different paper to trace. I love these threads. Thanks, Molly |
User: sews4love
Member since: 05-20-2006 Total posts: 57 
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From: GFranklin
Date: 07-28-2006, 01:07 PM (10 of 15)
Thanks for the offer, Barb. I found what I was searching for at Hancock's. I don't know where on earth I bought that chalk based tracing paper (probably Wal-Mart), but I do know I really liked the wax-based paper and I am glad that I can still find it. That is, unless Molly corners the market 
Gayle
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From: Mom of Six
Date: 07-28-2006, 02:05 PM (11 of 15)
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Sorry I read your post wrong I thought you didn't want the wax. I will just put it back in the drawer. I am sure one of my kids will use it.
Barb
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User: Mom of Six
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From: GFranklin
Date: 07-28-2006, 02:28 PM (12 of 15)
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Say, I really appreciate your help! No need to apologize. Thanks for your responses. What type of marker/tracing paper do you like the best? You may have stated that somewhere, but I am in a state of confusion (I think that is pretty much where I stay _ right now. I bought a new machine this week and I am hoping to get my current project finished so that I can "play" next week when my machine arrives.
Gayle
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User: GFranklin
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From: Mom of Six
Date: 07-28-2006, 07:45 PM (13 of 15)
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I use chalk or a disappearing marker. I don't make many things that actually need marking. I do a lot of T-shirts & elastic waist pants/shorts. When I do mark darts & pleats I usually just mark 2 or 3 spots & then match it up.
Barb
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User: Mom of Six
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From: GFranklin
Date: 07-29-2006, 12:05 PM (14 of 15)
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I'm not "smart" enough to make easy stuff But, I would like to make T-shirts. I have all this really great equipment in my sewing room and don't have a clue about how to really use their features. I have a wonderful serger that I am sure would be great for t-shirt material, and I haven't even tried it yet. I don't know what my problem is. Seems that I get attached to one or two venues and don't get out of them. Maybe you will be my inspiration with the t-shirt knit.
Gayle
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User: GFranklin
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From: sews4love
Date: 07-29-2006, 10:35 PM (15 of 15)
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OK, I controlled myself at Hannocks yesterday and only bought 2 packs of the tracing paper. It was made by Singer but other then that it is identical to the old Dritz paper. However, today Hannocks had a huge sale and I went nuts. I spent 3 hours in heaven touching fabric and dreaming up ideas. Gale, what kind of a new machine did you order? I ordered a Brother NV 1000 over 2 weeks ago and it still has not come in. I was told when I put now my deposit that in would arrive in one week. Patience is not my strong suit.  Molly |
User: sews4love
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