Ginny presented a wonderful hands-on session today on various finishes she uses. Each adds just the right couture and artful touch.
First up was the hand under-stitch, just right for the perfect rounded neckline. She used the
Susan Khalje technique. Although it requires a little finesse, the results are just lovely.
Next up were bias tubes. Here Ginny applied the
Ann Williamson technique. With the added Ginny-original touches, the results are perfect each time. She also showed us a very pretty way to finish the ends with waxed thread.
Speaking of waxed thread, that was Ginny's main take-away.
After a terrific Show 'N' Tell, Ginny shows us her fabulous method for making gorgeous Monk's cord. I have uploaded a video to drop box. Hope you can see it.
If the above link does not work, try
this one.
And here are pictures from the rest of her presentation:
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Note all the couture details: the pick stitch along the front and sleeve cuffs, as well as the hand-made monk's cord with embedded garnet beads. |
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Used for making monk's cord - an old-fashioned screw driver |
Above and below: samples of hand-made monk's cord
Show and Tell: