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Posted by Kate Dicey on August 14, 2006, 7:46 am
duh wrote:
> Kate Dicey wrote:
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>> duh wrote:
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>>> Does sewing the hook side of velcro to fabric cause more problems
>>> than the loop side?
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>> Yes!
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>>>
>>> My loop side sews with no problems, but the hook side seems to keep
>>> getting small birds nests and cutting the top thread.
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>> This is normal. Try getting the needle into that VERY NARROW bit of
>> tape up the side of the loops... I know - tricky! But it is possible
>> with care and practice, and it does give far better results. I also
>> find it best to use a jeans needle and tighten the top tension a
>> smidgeon.
>>
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> Well, that will work on one side, but not the other, as the instructions
> had me cut a 3/4" strip into two 3/8" strips. But thanks for the
> confirmation. I do have a jeans needle in right now. I'll look at the
> tension. Thanks Kate.
ERK! You need to buy narrower Velcro! Yes, it *is* available, in
limited colours, usually found in baby things and doll garments! I'll
try to find some for you. Cutting it is NOT advised, as the edge will
fray. You might want to try some Fray-Check* up those cut edges.
>
> Dwight
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*http://www.fabric.com/notions-and-patterns-sewing-notions-finishing-accessories-sewing-notions-fray-check.aspx
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