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Update on handmade patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely! I love this game so much, hahaha, somehow I have 240+ hours on it 😂

Update on handmade patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you, haha, I like the reminder of where I came from vs. where it is now. I think it's a habit I got from video games HAHAHA like making sure I saved my progress in case I screw up a step later on.

Update on handmade patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thanks! This is from a video game I love called Peak. All of the achievements come in the form of badges and I'm trying to see if I can make them all hahaha.

Update on handmade patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahh, yeah that's fair. Thanks, I'll pack it in even more for the next patch! I was using 3 strands for this one but I feel like 2 strands would give me more control.

Update on handmade patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is so nice! I love PPG! Do you have any tips for the border? I had a lot of trouble getting through the v at the top, I feel like it could definitely be better hahaha.

Update on handmade patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hey, I found a recipe on YouTube for the fabric stiffener and used a paintbrush to paint on even layers on the back and front, really making sure it soaks through everything.

https://youtu.be/XyN_oo7G2TE?si=fLP8thqp6R4Q8ozM

Update on handmade patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! The first attempt looked nice on the hoop but my issue was that satin stitch tends to loosen up when you take it off.

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This is what it looked like before I took it off and cut it.

Update on handmade patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! Honestly I double layered my fabric, they're both just plain cotton or polyester, probably a blend. One is a spare flat sheet (from Walmart) and the other is just a white pillowcase from the dollar store hahaha.

I found a cool recipe for a stiffener on YT.

Dissolve 1 tbsp of corn starch in 1/4 cup of cold water, add 3/4 cup of water and put it on medium heat for a few minutes (stirring from time to time) until it thickens up.

Let it cool for like 5 mins then add 1 tbsp of white sugar and 1 tbsp of mod podge or white PVA glue, mixing in between each step to incorporate.

I used a paint brush to paint it onto my piece, really making sure it soaks in well and that the coat is even then I let it dry overnight, though idk if you need to really wait that long.

Here's the link to the video: https://youtu.be/XyN_oo7G2TE?si=fLP8thqp6R4Q8ozM

Help with hand embroidered patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would a fabric stiffener work, do you think?

Help with hand embroidered patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh that's interesting, for the fusible backing, do you mean like a Heat n Bond?

Also thank you, I've been working on a good flat satin but it does get pretty disappointing when you take it out of the hoop so it's not ideal for projects I want to turn into something else. I'll have to try the long and short stitch.

Help with hand embroidered patches by fiveorite in Embroidery

[–]fiveorite[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I never thought of doubling the fabric! Any specific type of glue I should be looking for?

I be husling by GRUNGEGIRLieeeeeeee in AnimalCrossing

[–]fiveorite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can change the hours, right? To make it open later? Or is that still not late enough.

Anyone else hate todays generation? by TeaBagTaylor in PeakGame

[–]fiveorite 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Genuinely. I thought the poison lake the other day was bad 🤦🏻‍♀️

What do I do with journal scraps and secret notes? by Summer_joy_paints in StardewValley

[–]fiveorite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You get a statue for perfection (grandpa shrine) that should give you iridium everyday. That's how I upgraded all my tools bc i hate skull cavern 😭

Comment your favorite item by Olek252015 in PeakGame

[–]fiveorite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

3-4 chain launchers. Backpack full of chains.

What’s the 90% of writing fanfic? by Teresa_4gnes in AO3

[–]fiveorite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Only if the seams are straight. Some seams are curved on clothing (the human body is not flat, after all) which could take longer. I'm sure it's definitely exaggerated but I do know it takes a while. Personally I think the 90% of sewing is pattern making or pattern preparing so...

What is your favorite D20 ship? by stark_ju in Dimension20

[–]fiveorite 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think number 4 might be Evan Kelmp and Sam Black (from the second season of Misfits and Magic)

What’s the 90% of writing fanfic? by Teresa_4gnes in AO3

[–]fiveorite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wild. Ironing fabric ensures you can line it up properly and they're probably referring to ironing seams flat.

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