"As someone who also quilts, I don't know why this hadn't occurred to me, Tania. Duh! I'll try this next time and see if I can get them to be truly buried in this way. Thanks for pointing out what should have been obvious to me!"
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Felt trims--when to glue and when to stitch?
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Hello, experienced milliners. I'm working on a felt cloche on which I've applied some pointy sword-like felt pieces as trim. In general, I like to avoid using glue but now that I've stitched them on,…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kim Fraser Jun 22, 2015.
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"Do what quilters do and bury the knots. That is, make a French knot but instead of going through all layers put the needle between the felt and the appliqué. Then come out about an inch or so away. Tug the knot under the surface of the felt.…"
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Elaine Mergard said…
Wonderful you found our website Kim. So pleased you have joined me in Hat Academy and hope you find it inspiring. I am committed to helping you add to your skills.
I set this up to help Beginners -once you learn the basic techniques you will be surprised how creative you can be. Look forward to sharing how to make hats etc. Millinery is a creative art & in huge demand currently. Any questions do message me here.
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