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angl100
Angel with candle- appliqué
version.
Alfie McCoskey, 2001, all rights
reserved
This three-dimensional angel design, was made in
Thred embroidery software using clipboard fills.
The lace version are stitched on a layer of
heavy water soluble stabilizer, such as Badge Master or Romeo Hoop
the soluble stabilizer along with two or more
layers of petticoat net. Do not expect tulle or
bridal veil net to work well. They are not stiff enough. I
recommend 30 weight cotton thread in white, on white net, using
white pre-wound bobbins. This combination is the easiest to stitch
and results in a good strong angel that stands up well.
It is also possible to make a cloth applique
version. Hoop the water-soluble stabilizer, and lay on it two
layers of fabric. I suggest that you use embroidrery spray or baste
it in place. Stitch the outline that will hold down the
appliqué, trim the fabric, taking care not to cut the
stabilizer, and run the remainder of the design.
Cut away the water-soluble stabilizer (and net if
used ) when the design is completely stitched. Don't trim too
closely. Stitch the angel together in the back in the narrowest
place between the wings and the skirt. I used the button sewing
stitch on my machine. Stitch it by hand if preferred. Just a single
small set of stitches will hold it together, but a second set at
the top of the wings may be desirable in some cases.
Rinse it under warm running water, but
don't attempt to remove all the stabilizer. When it is dry, the
stabilizer will stiffen the angel so that it stands up. Overlap the
two tail sections of the skirt, so that it forms a cone. Shape the
wings to suit your taste and let dry on a piece of smooth white
fabric.
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