Redwork: Do you need to use a hoop?
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As far as fabrics are concerned, I just pulled out some white on white cottons that I already had. A couple of them have a bit of a "snowy" look. I also pulled out some cream on cream fabrics as suggested in the pattern itself but I am not sure if I will use them or go hunting for more white on whites. Just don't know if I am going to like the mix of cream and white although it does show it that way in the photo. Anyone else have a feeling about this?
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Tartan and QuiltMania, Thanks for the imput. Seriously, I love that everyone seems to say to do what works best for your own comfort level and taste. Nice to know that there aren't any quilt police taking me to task for wanting to try this pattern without a hoop. I worked on it a bit last night and am definitely better at this point without the hoop. The test will be when I finish the first block and check to see if it lies flat although I do check it every time I start a new length of thread. Fingers crossed.
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I used to use a hoop but realized it was easier without. Just be sure not to pull the threat too tight. I've never had problems doing it this way. One thing I learned a few years ago was to use a thin flannel behind your background fabric and sew thru them both. Its so much better and you cannot see the threads that you might carry over from one area to the next.
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I used to use a hoop but realized it was easier without. Just be sure not to pull the threat too tight. I've never had problems doing it this way. One thing I learned a few years ago was to use a thin flannel behind your background fabric and sew thru them both. Its so much better and you cannot see the threads that you might carry over from one area to the next.
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