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From: Pudge99
Date: 12-15-2006, 11:23 AM (1 of 5)
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What would be the best way to finish the raw edges for table cloths? I made some before and didn't finish and my edges ripped. I was thinking either serging with wooly nylon or maybe bias tape. I am open to other suggestions too.
Gina
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User: Pudge99
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From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 12-15-2006, 11:46 AM (2 of 5)
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Gina, I make this kind of tablecloth for my brother's picnic table outdoors, because of the length.. it's a 12 foot table.. I just serge the edgesand they work just fine.. Never had one to rip or tear.. I even carefully serge the hole in the center for the umbrella post to fit through.. This is what I give him for his birthday usually.. He does a lot of entertaining around his pool .. Simple barbeques usually.. He appreciates me ! ! 
Sew With Love
Libby |
User: LeapFrog Libby
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From: Pudge99
Date: 12-15-2006, 11:52 AM (3 of 5)
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Libby, Do you just use regular serger thread or wooly nylon? Gina
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User: Pudge99
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From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 12-18-2006, 05:18 PM (4 of 5)
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I have used both.. He doesn't care if the thread covers the surface fully or not... I think the regular Maxi-Lock looks better .... Purely a 'looks' thing, though, I don't think it makes any difference in the wear and tear..
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User: LeapFrog Libby
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From: Pudge99
Date: 12-19-2006, 09:48 AM (5 of 5)
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Thanks Libby! I am gonna go serge today.
Gina
Pictures of my successes and failures Pfaff 2040 Janome Mylock 134D Singer Futura CE-100 w/ Autopunch Husqvarna Viking 3D Sketch |
User: Pudge99
Member since: 10-30-2001 Total posts: 1375 |
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