How do you finish off the threads on the back of a pricked card?
Sticky tape! Eek!
I was very reluctant to use it at first but, yes, sticky tape and stitching do go together. There's no other sensible way that I could think of to anchor the threads. I am still a bit skeptical of using tape and I probably use more than is necessary. It does work well though.
Sticky tape and an untidy back are why I use a three fold card.
It is necessary to cover up the back. The extra flap can be neatly stuck down with either double sided tape or with a little paper glue.
The pattern called for tiny sequins for the eyes that I didn't have. I think the straight stitches will do.
'Till next time, happy stitching!
I hadn’t even thought of how to end the threads. I googled this technique and saw some online patterns. I like how yours turned out and may try this in the near future.
ReplyDeleteIt's funny, but I also didn't think about how to end the threads until I pricked out a design and wanted to start stitching.
DeleteI agree, sticky tape saves the day in this case!
ReplyDeleteYes! It adheres well to the both the metallic and the DMC stranded threads that I have used before.
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