Hi, I think a double needle can be used for pin pleats, though I call them pintucks so maybe it's not what you mean. I haven't made them in ages but I think my sewing machine book explained. Possibly pulling on the bobbin thread so the two lines of sewing are brought together. I used them on a christening gown with lace insertions, etc.
Jane in Vemont, USA where it's very humid! [EMAIL PROTECTED] -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <lace-chat@arachne.com> Date: Sunday, June 29, 2008 8:00 PM Subject: Re: [lace-chat] pleated gathering? > Yes, that's it! Pin-pleats is exactly what I'm talking about! >Too bad there's no foot to do the work. There should be! It's really a beautiful effect. >Guess I'll try to keep at it with needle and thread until I get the hang of it, and find a good technique to use...unless...is your mum still around to ask for advice, perchance?? >At least I have the name now -- pin-pleats!! Thanks, Sue! What a resource you listmembers are! >Many thanks, >Ricki T > To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace-chat [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]