tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post2906198266939185360..comments2024-03-28T13:48:34.562+00:00Comments on Ten Hour Stitcher: Project Restart - help and advice please!Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10378630021976085682noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-23645822046609006762014-12-04T16:50:40.852+00:002014-12-04T16:50:40.852+00:00As a newbie linen stitcher, I have issues with the...As a newbie linen stitcher, I have issues with the crookedness it seems to take on in hoops over time. I know a lot of stitchers prefer it, but my OCD clean brain wants nice neat straight holes to work with and linen just doesn't give me that. The project I'm working on linen gets re-evaluated every single day...do I continue on or do I start it over. I'm kind of reaching that tipping point of going too far to start again, but I think I've pretty much decided to switch back to an evenweave. I used to swear by aida too but decided to start branching out. I tried lugana first, but found it too soft and a bit too hard to work with (especially after coming off of aida), but monaco was the "baby bear" of the bunch and it's just right...not to stiff, not too soft, easy to work with, nice coverage...absolutely perfect! I pretty much use it all the time now (except for this demon linen project). I wanted to do projects on linen like other stitchers, but I think I'm coming to the realization that all stitchers are different and what works for one doesn't necessarily work for another (which pretty much means ignore everything I just said and do what you feel is right!).Keebleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13297218097725284142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-47266566681385834572014-12-03T11:50:52.334+00:002014-12-03T11:50:52.334+00:00I hoped you would get more replies from linen stit...I hoped you would get more replies from linen stitchers! <br />I stitch on 25ct Dublin linen and love it. I have used a small hoop, but I've finally got a Millennium frame and I've been using that! Linen is a very strong fibre/fabric so I wouldn't worry too much. If there is slight stretching I would expect it to correct itself when you wash the fabric. I found that the fabric distorts a bit where I pulled it to get it tight on a hoop - but it is just as easily nudged back into place. For that reason I would stick with the Millennium frame - only the top and bottom edges have threads out of place that way.<br />I also wondered if a gentle spray starch would reduce the stretchiness and increase your confidence - but try that out on a corner first.<br />Enjoy the linen experience!lizbirdkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16083291172018004605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-87703745409822480662014-12-02T12:01:15.957+00:002014-12-02T12:01:15.957+00:00What a stunning piece and the fabric you choose it...What a stunning piece and the fabric you choose it just amazing. I'm afraid I can't give you any advice on the Linen as I don't stitch on it. I hope that the suggestions from others have helped you out and that you will get lots of joy from this piece!Pull the other threadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08277548163652714845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-70274783575969251922014-12-01T22:24:17.127+00:002014-12-01T22:24:17.127+00:00First the new fabric is perfect! I'm an evenwe...First the new fabric is perfect! I'm an evenweave girl though I have stitched on linen. I use Q-Snaps cause I want my fabric TIGHT. I have used linen in my Q-Snaps but I remove it when I'm done using it. I put a piece of fleece between my snap and the fabric so it doesn't leave marks. Also I use a Huggie from a lady on Facebook that holds the extra fabric and keeps it from getting dirty. https://www.facebook.com/groups/Christinesqsnaphuggies/ Is where I purchase mine. I would suggest trying out different methods and finding what works best for you. Good luck deciding and Good luck on that gorgeous piece!!Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15255369612614393695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-89342052810837492502014-12-01T17:00:46.059+00:002014-12-01T17:00:46.059+00:00I love the new fabric! I'm not very experience...I love the new fabric! I'm not very experienced either on stitching anything but aida. I also only have a hoop. So when I stitched on evenweave I just found the smallest hoop and prayed. I did leave the hoop on, accidentally, for one day and it did turn out just fine. It took me a few extra minutes to get the wrinkles out, but that was all. Good luck!Caitlin Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11096611240645458200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-32731796901818039622014-12-01T12:44:20.759+00:002014-12-01T12:44:20.759+00:00Sorry meant HAND, not END!!! How embarrassing :)Sorry meant HAND, not END!!! How embarrassing :)Mii Stitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00208947393068786371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-55917067399685579092014-12-01T12:43:27.022+00:002014-12-01T12:43:27.022+00:00Simply love the new fabric, it will look absolutel...Simply love the new fabric, it will look absolutely stunning!!!<br />I only stitch with hoops on aida or evenweave. Never had troubles with my evenweave (which is from Zweigart). Never stitched on linen because I find the fabric too thin.<br />All I can advise is to wash your end before stitching and always remove your hoop when you've finished stitching for the day... Hope you'll find some answers!!<br />I can't wait to see your start it just look fabulous and colourful xoxoMii Stitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00208947393068786371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-45886546552728828072014-11-30T22:37:58.464+00:002014-11-30T22:37:58.464+00:00Love your new fabric Rachel. It is much prettier ...Love your new fabric Rachel. It is much prettier than the first one. Sorry, I can't help you. I stitch in hand with only aida.<br /><br />LindaLindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12550501401308570248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-41891893111528140362014-11-30T18:12:26.345+00:002014-11-30T18:12:26.345+00:00There's no need to stitch hoopless on linen as...There's no need to stitch hoopless on linen as long as it's good quality but you will have to be careful. It's better to use just a small hoop, not much wider than your hand, and move it often. Always, always take the hoop off when you finish your stitching session. If you are afraid of the linen slipping from your hoop it could help to wind some ribbon around the hoop first and put the fabric on top. I've never done this and I have never had a problem but then I have never used custom-dyed linen either. When I stitch on linen I use cashel which is also from Zweigart so I'm sure yours is the same high quality but might be softer due to the dye. It's fab for the project though. Perhaps you could start with a small section that's not too obvious and simply try which way works for you? I can't maintain an even tension without using a hoop (I hate Q-Snap!) but many others can so this might work for you, too.Britahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13565158899440257685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-57947195942609194362014-11-30T00:01:42.452+00:002014-11-30T00:01:42.452+00:00Hope you get some answers. I don't stitch on ...Hope you get some answers. I don't stitch on linen because it makes me break out, but it always makes gorgeous projects! Good luck! TriciaTricia Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03234452777402519933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-80464326260255359732014-11-29T22:10:49.773+00:002014-11-29T22:10:49.773+00:00Love love love that new fabric. I can't help ...Love love love that new fabric. I can't help with your dilemna unfortunately because I stitch in hand but I would try a looser tension. They also have a similar frame at michaels I saw for $15. http://www.michaels.com/10337128.html#q=Needlework+frame&start=6 I haven't used one so I can't vouch for it but it may be better than a hoop.Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07187502290685197741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546833504651756268.post-92178509384752533072014-11-29T21:52:26.045+00:002014-11-29T21:52:26.045+00:00I've heard that you must stitch hoopless on th...I've heard that you must stitch hoopless on the linen, only with your hands. You wash it a the hand, and because it has more resistance than coton, your work will stay beautiful ! I wish you good luck !!Merlynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13026990250310774671noreply@blogger.com