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The FSL
Crochet Snowflakes Squares Set is a set of 6 machine embroidery designs
that can be used in different projects. Here we show you how they can be
put together to make a table topper. The finished size of the table topper
is about 40" x 40".
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| You will need Vilene water-soluble stabilizer, and 40-, 50- or 60-weight
white cotton embroidery threads. For this project we used Signature machine
quilting cotton thread. The thinner the thread, the finer the finished
lace will be. You will also need a piece of fabric measuring about 45"
x 45". We used medium-weight silver-colored polyester silk and silver tassels. |
| Before we start, please read our General
Guidelines and Step-by-Step Guide to Embroidering our Crochet-Style FSL
designs; this might be helpful. |
| Step One: Check over the test stitch-out - if you are satisfied
with it, you can proceed with your work, if you are not satisfied, you
might need to change any of the following: the choice of threads, needles,
fabric or the settings of the machine. Do not proceed with your work until
you are satisfied with the stitch-out.
Note: the test stitch-out should be washed away; until the stabilizer
is washed away you cannot see whether it is sewn correctly. |
| Step Two: For this table-topper you will need 36 squares.
Embroider each design 6 times. Dissolve the stabilizer. Spread each square
on a flat surface to air dry. |
| Step Three: On a working table, lay out the embroidered parts
to form a 6 x 6 sqaure; pin them to each other and start stitching. Use
a short zigzag and the same thread that you used for the embroidery. Press
with steam. |
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| Step Four: On a working table, spread the fabric square. Place
the lace square over it, trying to match the centers. Pin the lace over
the fabric. |
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| Step Five: Using short, but not dense zigzag, stitch the lace
onto the fabric. |
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| Step Six: With a pair of scissors, cut away the fabric from under the
lace... |
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| Return to your machine and using a dense zigzag, stitch the lace onto
the fabric again. |
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| The result should be similar to this: |
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| Finish the raw edges and attach tassels, if you wish. |
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The table topper is ready. Enjoy!
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| If you liked the idea, here are some other designs that you can
use for it. |
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