Thank you for that comment.  I was wondering why everyone was so concerned
about the markings.  I just assumed the lines are always covered by thread.

Anne

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Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 2:57 PM
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Subject: [h-cost] RE: marking embroidery designs

Hi, Lauren,

        The idea is you don't make the embroidery marks go away; completely
unnecessary. The idea that these should disappear is entirely a modern
convention, as historically embroidery marks were made with ink. This is not
something about which I trouble myself. I just make sure my embroidery is
good enough to cover the marks. Just as the professionals of history. End of
story. :-)

        Speaking of which, I've just finished doing a restoration and
addition to a lovely vintage cotton voile christening gown. I am ever so
pleased. Hope to have pics and story of it up on the website in the next
week or two.

Regards,
Lorina
Five Rivers Chapmanry
purveyors of quality hand-crafted cooperage, embroidery supplies; fine,
original textile, pen and ink, and watercolour art. Soon to come: books by
Lorina Stephens
519-799-5577 [EMAIL PROTECTED] - www.5rivers.org




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