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I have 22+ years of cross stitching experience, which includes stitching on Aida, evenweave linen, vinyl canvas, and have stitched a design on a cotton t-shirt using waste canvas. I have also worked with beads and blending filament in quite a few projects. I have made many projects which include cross stitched mugs, a keychain, pictures, magnets, and the cotton t-shirt. I can answer questions pertaining to preparing and cleaning fabric, preparing clothing for stitching, how many threads to be used on which Aida cloth, and will try to help you to the best of my ability with other questions you may have. I am prompt in my responses and usually answer within 24 hours from when you ask your question. I look forward to helping you. :)
What do you like about this subject?
It has been a hobby of mine for almost 22 years and I find it extremely relaxing and very rewarding. You can create projects that you can't buy in the stores, ranging from mugs, bookmarks, afghans, photo albums, address books, etc. All the items listed can be purchased at your nearest Hobby Lobby or Michaels craft stores or even Wal-Mart.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
Someday, I hope to start my own business from home making gifts. It's a tad time consuming and so I would need advanced notice. It's something unique for one person to give to another.
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| Elaine | 08/15/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Angela. Thank you very much for answering ..... |
Recent Answers from Angela
2010-09-05 New to Cross-stitching on linen:
Hello, Melissa The "over 2 linen threads" means that you stitch over 2 fabric threads of the linen fabric. Here's a website that shows you a cross stitch on linen: http://www.craftdesigns4you
2010-09-04 metallic threads:
Hello, Anne Here is what I do for cleaning, and pressing the stitched piece: 1. In a clean sink, fill it about 1/3 to ½ of the way with cool water; add a small amount of dishwashing liquid. 2
2010-09-03 counted cross stich:
Hello, Alicia Cross stitching without the aid of a pattern on the fabric is very easy to do. Here's a website that will show you how to cross stitch the design onto the fabric: http://www.craftdesigns4you
2010-09-02 enlarge design to tapestry size:
Hello, Julie You can try stitching over 2 fabric threads of the 18 count (as opposed to the 1 that you normally would stitch over), and use 3 strands of thread, or you can try stitching over 2 fabric
2010-08-27 sewing beads on:
Hello, Karen Here are a couple of website that will help you with attaching seed beads onto your projects: http://www.salt-and-pepper.com/Hints1a.htm (you'll need to scroll down to view the seed
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