[Ansteorra-Textiles] question

[L T]

You might peruse Tanwystal's (sp) archeological sewing article...it might give you ideas.
 
If you use either wool or linen...make sure that it's strong enough. If it is specifically embroidery/crewel thread...it may not be strong enough. I would also stay away from weft thread...and use warp thread!
 
To cut down on pilling and fraying of wool thread...use bee's wax or even starch...
 
Lorraine   DeerSlayer                                                                                                                     

phanie S Smith, Ph.D." <lambdakennels1 at juno.com> wrote:
A have a question for people who sew a lot and judge A&S stuff. If I
make a linen or wool garment and enter it into an A&S competition, what
type of sewing thread should I use to hold the pieces of fabric together?
I have not found wool or linen sewing thread. I have embroidery floss
that is linen or wool, but not sewing thread. Does it exist and where do
you get it? Or should I just use the highest quality cotton thread I can
find?

Stephanie Smith, Ph.D.
lambdakennels1 at juno.com
Wolfe City, Texas 75496
K5AMK
Owned by a Standard Poodle and an Australian Cattle Dog
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