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Quilting with Silk

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  Let me say from the outset, I am a cotton girl  at heart!  I've dabbled with silks for my Little Bouquet quilts, but never anything serious, or big like a quilt. So, for those of you that may be interested in a working with dupioni silks, or you would like to create your own version of Silk Tempest , but are just a little leary - let me share what I've learned. Silk frays  something awful (it couldn't be as gorgeous as it is, and there not be a price to pay, right?)To control fraying consider using a lightweight fusible interfacing - my #1 recommendation Use pinking shears, or a rotary cutter with a pinking blade Use 1/2" seam allowance, versus a 1/4" seam allowance normally used in quilting (for use without the interfacing or pinking) Lengthen the stitch length slightly Adjust your iron's temp to the silk setting There are special machine needles for working with silk , but I used a sharp #60 needle Cutting the silk into strips for the quilt seemed more lik

Which Pillow Is Right For You? This is what You Need For A Better Sleep

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  At the point when it comes down to rest, it is a movement we can't settle on. In case you can't get a decent rest around evening time, it will unavoidably show in your every day schedule and your work, as you'll just have the option to feel drowsy and tired all through the remainder of your day. Finding the correct pad for yourself is one of the initial steps to getting yourself a decent rest. Be it a quill cushion or a down pad; in Australia, you can locate the ideal pad, as long as you most likely are aware which one you need. While picking a cushion for your solace, it is fundamental to understand what alternatives are accessible for you. From various sizes to various filling decisions, your rundown of determinations include: Plume Pillow : Although these are not suggested for those with hypersensitivities, quill pads are viewed as a less expensive choice to down pads. They're equipped for giving you a delicate, steady support to lay your head on for a decent