Challenge 23

Righto scrappers.

new challenge.

As I was finishing a LO last night I thought it a perfect example for the next challenge.

So if Sue and Meredith don't mind I'll post the next one.

sew sew sew.

Whether you machine sew (zig zag, straight, decorative or combination), sew on buttons or material, embroider or hand stitch, these all qualify for the challenge.

A couple of tips for along the way.

1. if u machine sew, use nylon on your bobbin. Because its see through u wont need to change the bobbin thread every time u change the top thread. BIG time saver.


2. Another time saver. Use sticky tape to secure any threads on the back of the LO. Quick, and no lumps show where a knot may have been


3. If hand sewing, 3 strands of DMC stranded thread is about the right thickness. use all 6 for a really textured look or one for a very delicate look.


4. There is no reason why u cant knot the threads on top of the button for a 'homemade' look and for interest


5. If sewing onto really thin paper I back the area of the LO I'm about to sew with some cardstock just to reinforce the paper otherwise the thread may tear straight thru.
6. If sewing a large piece of material onto PP or cardstock I have found it much easier if I have first fixed it with some adhesive spray. No wrinkles or that annoying little pleat at the end.

So grab the trusty sewing machine out of the mothballs, acquire some new sharp needles or invest in some DMC thread (Lookin Good Fashion-Cummins, PatchWork Pear-Port Lincoln)

and get going... er I meant sewing. LOL

this is mine for the challenge