[lace] DMC Memory Thread CorrectionI

On further reflections, I am not sure if I am talking about the Venetian Stitch or a Princess Stitch. Since I am not at home I cannot check my reference guide to see which stitch I mean. It is the stitch where you weave a worker back and forth between to passives very close together, similar to

Re: [lace] DMC Memory Thread CorrectionI

Thanks, Tamara.I will have to pull out my copy of Bridget Cook's book to look it up. I heard from another Arachne that she has used the DMC Memory Thread and is very happy with the results, 5 years down the road. I will have to weight both options and see which works best. - To

[lace] DMC Memory Thread

Good Morning, I was wondering if anyone has used the DMC Memory thread in their projects. I am getting ready to make some Easter baskets as gifts and thought this thread would be a good option for the handles on the baskets so that the would stay standing and not collapse into the basket when it

Re: [lace] Sari silk yarn question

Yes, you can use vinegar. Maybe a tablespoon, no more, into the basin of water. Swirl to dissolve, then put the silk in, make sure it is evenly dampened, let it sit for a few minutes before pressing out the vinegar rinse, then rinse again in clear water. Salt sets dyes too, but I prefer to use

[lace] memory thread question

Helene, Do you mean a Grand Venetian? I think that's in Cook's Practical skills Helen, Aussie in Duvall, WA - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site:

Re: [lace] Sari silk yarn question

I made a very narrow "scarf" with recycled sari silk a year or two ago. I have worn it several times and have had no issues with the colors running! Unless you're caught in a deluge, you shouldn't worry about the colors running, and if you *are* caught in a deluge, take the scarf off! This

[lace] Sari silk yarn question

I am a daily lurker on Arachne. It's not very often that I have time to post. I always enjoy what I read, and have learned so much. A special thanks to Geri for her input on conservation.which I always print out and save. The recent thread on blocking a silk scarf prompted this question.

Re: [lace] DMC Memory Thread CorrectionI

On Jan 31, 2016, at 11:57 AM, Helene Ulrich wrote: > On further reflections, I am not sure if I am talking about the > Venetian Stitch or a Princess Stitch. Since I am not at home I cannot > check my reference guide to see which stitch I mean. > > It is the stitch where you weave a worker back

Re: [lace] Sari silk yarn question

On Jan 31, 2016, at 3:13 PM, Bev Walker wrote: > Salt sets dyes too, but I prefer to use vinegar. The rule of thumb I was taught as a child was that vinegar was for animal fibers (silk and wool), while salt was for plant ones (cotton and linen) -- Tamara P Duvall

Re: [lace] memory thread question

I checked my copy of "Practical Skills" as suggested by you an Tamara. You both referred to a Grand Venetian which is new to me. i was only aware of the plain Venetian cord. I will make a sample of both cords, along with an edging with DMC Memory thread to see which will best suite my needs.

[lace] Sari silk

May I mention Synthrapol to stop the bleeding? Available at Dharma Trading Co. (CA) & some quilt shops. For silk, use cool to warm water. Warm to hot for other fibers. Consult product info on Dharma's site. Sincerely, Susan Hottle, Palm Beach Gardens, FLA USA Sent from my iPad - To