Stabilizing vintage embroidery
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Stabilizing vintage embroidery
I’m looking for advice on how to stabilize some blocks that are being cut from vintage tablecloths, napkins, dresser scarves, etc. There will be 42 blocks that are 10”x10”. The pieces I will cut are embroidered and sometimes crocheted around the edges. The fabrics are white/ivory cotton, linen, or muslin. Since I will be doing some minor repair on the embroidery or covering small holes with additional embroidery, I feel I need some sort of stabilizer. I don’t think I want to use the tear-away or wash-away products; I believe it needs to be permanent. I am a newbie at this! Thanks for any ideas/advice you might share.
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I would use a lightweight fusible interfacing. One of the tricot types would be great. They don't change the hand of the fabric but will provide support for the fabric. If you are adding embroidery to them, the tricot interfacing is easy to stitch thru after it's been applied.
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Please test it first. I like to use Pellon 911FF fusible on the back of my embroidery. It does make it a little stiffer but, sometimes my fabrics need the stiffness. I purchase it from J's with a 50 or 60% off coupon when they have it or if it's on sale for that price.