Another swap
I signed up for the Homemade Christmas Ornaments swap. I have never understood blocking until this project. It started as this lump of string. K.J. was very intrigued. Then I soaked it in a little glue water and I pinned it out. I plan to make a few more to send to each person. What do you guys think?
I haven't done any "researching," meaning I haven't googled it yet, but how do you stiffen things up? The glue water worked ok, but I just wish it was a little less flimsy. I'm pretty proud of how this one turned out, and I might even make a few for Christmas present toppers for people I think would enjoy them!
*Tomorrow I will blog about my Saturday. It was fun, but rather weird. Stay tuned.
I will leave you with this picture of Fishbowl, my friends' kitty. She is adorable, but she hates the flash, so all the pictures have her squinting! hehe.
posted by Unknown @ 5:15 PM
2 Comments:
There's this stuff called Stiffy (don't laugh) that is exactly what you want. You can mix it with water to achieve differing levels of stiffness, from "mostly floppy" to "stiff as a board." It's available at Michaels, and probably most other craft stores...if you can bring yourself to ask the employees where they keep the Stiffy. :)
Kristen,
I LOVE that ornament, it is so intricate. you never cease to make me a jealous jealous knitter!
love you and miss you!
love,
Sarah
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