I don't know if I like this? Should I continue?
07-29-2014, 08:12 AM
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I love the guitar and it really does need strings. If it's the couching thread that's bugging you, you could use monofiliment thread to couch with it. It's a pain but you won't see the couching thread especially if you go in and out under the guitar string (basically same hole in and out, hidden by the string itself---lot of work....would it be worth it?). I liked the idea of using differing sizes of metallic cords to achieve the look you want. Also, you can couch by machine using monofiliment thread top and bottom. Whatever you do, he'll love it.
If you do decide to couch the "strings" by machine, try putting a stabilizer under the fabric first. The iron on/tearaway Sulky stabilizer is excellent or even just place newsprint pinned on the back works. It will help you maintain your straight line.
07-29-2014, 08:50 AM
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Well, I'm doing the couching by hand. The metallic thread is pretty stiff so it's coming out okay. I'd like perfection but not being perfect is okay. I've got 3 strings done..... 3 to go.
And, I've learned a lot about how to do this if I decide to make another one. I figure my son will want one. For example, if I put my needle into the fabric directly across from where the needle came out, it doesn't hold the 'string' threads as well. Instead, I've been doing just the opposite. I put the needle in about 1/4" from the last stitch and put the needle back out across from that stitch. I'm sure my explanation is as clear as mud.
And, I've learned a lot about how to do this if I decide to make another one. I figure my son will want one. For example, if I put my needle into the fabric directly across from where the needle came out, it doesn't hold the 'string' threads as well. Instead, I've been doing just the opposite. I put the needle in about 1/4" from the last stitch and put the needle back out across from that stitch. I'm sure my explanation is as clear as mud.
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