I had to cut my 6" horsehair and now I have a problem. Can anyone tell me how to keep Crinoline/Horsehair from fraying when cut? I don't know if fraying is the right word but it separates on the end after being cut.

 

Thank You.

Renee

 

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Hi Renee - there are a couple of things you can do.... One is to pinch the cut end into a point and then place several stitches through the layers until it is secure. This should keep it from unraveling further.

Assuming your crin is made from a synthetic like nylon or polypropylene, another option is to lightly melt the flat cut edge with a lighter or a little tea light flame. Be careful not to get the flame too close or you may melt more than you had intended. :-) One thing to note with the melting method is that it will leave you with a bit of a "crispy" edge. Good luck!

Thank you Tiffany. I'll try that.

Try painting the end with hat stiffener.... This works well!

Thanks Sherilee. Do you apply the stiffner first and then cut once it's dry?

we cut it first then painted..... but test it out certainly worth a try!

Nail polish will also stop it but I apply the nail polish and let it dry before cutting it.

Thanks Sharon, I will definitely try that.

Just don't use nail polish, and THEN try to melt the end. :-)

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