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Question about stitching larger patterns (lemmy.fmhy.ml)
submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by [email protected] to c/lemmy_stitch
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I did not realize when I downloaded this new pattern that it is larger than the widest loop that I have (I realize this is my own fault for not reading the description closely enough). Is it ok to clamp the loop down onto parts I've already stitched so I can work on the next part of the pattern or will this mess up the stitches?

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[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

My only worry with getting a bigger hoop is that it might get difficult to maneuver around. I thought this 9" hoop would work but the pattern ended up being almost 15" when using 14 count Aida. I think I'll take your advice and test it on a small part of the pattern I can easily repair if it gets messed up. Thankfully this is just regular stitches so no beads or knots or anything!

Thanks for your quick response!

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

I hope it works out! I'm always happy to talk stitching.

And yeah, I guess 15 would be pretty big. I think the endgame for big projects is a frame that has a chair in front of it, like a loom or a small desk, so you're not juggling the hoop in one hand, and the needle in the other. I don't have the level of commitment to a single piece for anything that size, so I don't even have to worry about how I can't afford it, lol.

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I finished about 25% of it before I started realizing this might be a problem so I feel too invested in it to quit now lol

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

Haha, I've been there: "This project has suddenly become way slower and more difficult than expected. Should I stop and try something else? ...never! Full speed ahead!"