Cross-stitch cafe 2010

kezbabybabe

I couldn't not wash my projects, as they always get dirty, even in a frame. But to wash them I pop it in my washing machine on a hand wash cycle. It does tend to fray the edges, but there's usually enough fabric to take it.

I then stretch it out on my airer if it fits, it seems to reinvigourate the starch too.

Then iron it face down on a towel.

Hope this helps someone.

Keiss_21

*Louise* wrote: »

I use a lap clipframe, I got this one from sewandsew:
http://www.sewandso.co.uk/cgi-bin/find/db.cgi?db=zoom&do=search_results&Prod_Code=28834&ww=1
It's really good for bigger projects, I find a hoop is awkward when there is so much excess fabric, plus I can use both hands to stitch with the frame which is quicker.
There is also the bonus that there are no marks on the fabric, and I don't have to worry about distortion.

Thanks for the info Louise, looks like I will be forking out yet more money before I even get started!! Do you fold the sides of your picture to fit? Now I understand why you are sewing in blocks like you do!! I had thought that the bigger one would be better, but then it wouldn't be so good when working in a chair, rather than sitting at a tabl Will have to think about this a bit more!!.

Off to get tea ready...a very large pot of spag bol...mmmmmm!

nmm

pm2326 wrote: »

I was just hunting on ebay and came across this...thought I would share

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/completed-finished-project-cross-stitch-by-maxine-gadd_W0QQitemZ230424331340QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Crafts_CrossStitch_RL?hash=item35a65c444c:eek::eek:

I think it's a typo well i hope so as it says this in the description "i will post recorded delivery signed for", i assume they are aware you only get £39 back if lost or damaged :rotfl:

Thanks for all the tips on washing the projects, i'll see how grubby the lions are once i've finished them, or should i say i'll see how brave i am, haha.

maria_and_the_imps

wow, that ebay item is amazing but i dont think if i had put that amount of time and effort in to a piece i could part with it, although come to think of it £3000 would come in handy lol

harley1

Hi. For anyone who wanted that fade away pen from Ebay, the auction BIN (whatever it is) runs out on Wednesday.

I've just ordered one and looks like she has quite a few but no telling if or when she'll relist them.

Anyway, just didn't want anyone to miss out since it seems they are quite a good price.

xxx

littlestar1981

If that ebay seller gets 3 grand for that (based on time and size), nmm should get a lottery sized amount for her picture!!!
Will post progress on my calendar bears when I have some lol!!

nmm

Thank you i think Louise's lake piccy would be worth the Euromillions? :rotfl:

pm2326

nmm wrote: »

I think it's a typo well i hope so as it says this in the description "i will post recorded delivery signed for", i assume they are aware you only get £39 back if lost or damaged :rotfl:




Its not a typo as she has another two which she is selling as a set for £800...I have it in my watch list so I can see if it sells so will post on here to let you know.

I can see us all xstitching our way to being debt free if it does :rotfl::rotfl:

chickywiggle

harley1 wrote: »

Hi. For anyone who wanted that fade away pen from Ebay, the auction BIN (whatever it is) runs out on Wednesday.

I've just ordered one and looks like she has quite a few but no telling if or when she'll relist them.

Anyway, just didn't want anyone to miss out since it seems they are quite a good price.

xxx

ohhh i can't **sulks** I only bought a new washable one before christmas

*Louise*

Keiss_21 wrote: »

Thanks for the info Louise, looks like I will be forking out yet more money before I even get started!! Do you fold the sides of your picture to fit? Now I understand why you are sewing in blocks like you do!! I had thought that the bigger one would be better, but then it wouldn't be so good when working in a chair, rather than sitting at a tabl Will have to think about this a bit more!!.

I just sort of roll the sides and pin them into place.

The blocks are really because that's how much of the pattern is on each page lol Just lucky that one page fits into the screen perfectly

I looked at the bigger one, but got the smaller one because I thought I would get more use out of it - I don't do massive projects very often.