Circular Faux Woven Scarf
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Project Overview"Pin Weaving cords, ribbons and strips of fabric to make a fabric that can be used in different projects has become an ever-growing trend. I have taken the look of pin-weaving and combined it with the ease of working with Sulky Heat-Away Disintergrating Stabilizer and machine stitching with Sulky Invisible, or any of Sulky's Decorative Threads, to create an illusion of weaving. Quicker and easier than actual pin-weaving. The scarf is an easy, quick project that you can complete in approximately 3 hours. Makes a perfect gift -- one size fits all!"--- Brenda |
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About the Artist
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Supplies
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Step one: Prepare Heat-Away or Ultra Solvy![]() Note: Sulky Polyester Invisible Thread is very heat tolerant and will not melt away like nylon invisible thread when the Heat-Away is disintegrated with a hot iron. Step Two: Apply the Flat Braid or Wide YarnStarting at one of the overlapping seams and 1/4" in from the long edge, straight stitch down a flat decorative braid or cord ledgthwise all the way around the edge of the Heat-Away until you get back to the starting point. Angle the braid 90 degrees and stitch down another long row. Don't worry about twists in the braid or uneven rows. They will add texture and interest to the finished scarf. Simply overlap the cut ends and continue sewing.
Note: If you plan to have more than 12 rows (like sample) you will need more that 30 yds. of flat yarn or braid. Turn the Heat-Away 90 degrees, and continue adding the same braid in the smae manner crossing previously stitched lengthwise braid. Angle the braid 90 degrees at the end of each row, stitch about 3/4", then turn another 90 degrees, and stitch another row back across the Heat-Away. Proceed in this manner until you get to 1/4" from the point of beginning. Step Three: Apply the Faux-Weaver Yarn![]() Note: If you are going to add a thick yarn or braid, put it on last since it will be difficult to stitch back over it. Step Four: Remove the Heat-Away or Ultra Solvy following package directions.Note: Downloadable package directions for all the Sulky Stabilizers can be found on our website under the stabilizer section. WEAR IT WITH PRIDE AND ENJOY THE COMPLIMENTSTry exanding this idea, perhaps by making your own fabric this way, then using it to make either a vest, an insert for a teddy, a collar or a lapel; or place it under a suit jacket or as an overly where net or another sheer may have been the suggested fabric.
Alternate Method Using
Instead of using Heat-Away as a foundation, the Solvy method is recommended when using yards that have a low tolerance to heat. You can use the lighter weight Sulky Solvy products instead of the heavier Ultra Solvy, although they will not be as stable as the Ultra Solvy, they will work when pressed together.
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