I dont understand that you say it would be difficult to move the direction
when it is screwed to the table, you can put the round frame into the
holders in any position you like, without screwing it, the holders catches
it without you have to schrew!''
Bjarne
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From: Paul and Charlene
Sent: Thursday, June 09, 2011 4:08 PM
To: Historical Costume
Subject: Re: [h-cost] tambour embroidery--more questions
Bjarne,
Thank you for answering my questions even though you are away on holidays.
In regards to the frame moving on the table, screwing it down would make it
most difficult to turn when necessary. I thought of perhaps glueing felt to
the bottom and placing it on a table with a board covered in felt. That way
it would not move as easily. That is really the least of my worries until I
master the technique.
I also had difficulties with the threads, because i wanted to use my silk
floss threads
Is that the stranded Eterna or the mini twist that you wish to try?
And if you have seen period tambour work, you will notice that it is very
fine threads and very tiny stitches used.
Oh yes. I have a GREAT appreciation for period tambour work now that I have
tried tambour. I am happy just to get a chain going without catching the
fabric or the thread. Tiny stitches will come later--maybe!!
I used the medium sized needle, wich came with the hook.
I originally purchased my hook from Lacis which came with three needle
sizes. I was told at the tambour course that I took that the needle in the
Lacis tambour hook should not be sticking out as far and to drill the hole a
bit deeper. I purchased another hook from the tambour teacher with the
right depth but find that I cannot use the Lacis needles as they are not
slim enough to fit into the opening.
Thanks Bjarne. Look forward to hearing about your DMC threads after you
return home.
Charlene Roberts
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