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submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by [email protected] to c/lemmy_stitch

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This is how I use a #TrolleyNeedle as a #LayingTool while #Railroading in #CrossStitch . I apologize I couldn't do a longer video than about two stitches--it told me my video was too large to upload otherwise.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 months ago

I can't really tell what it is you're doing from the video. Could you explain what I'm seeing here?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

Is this mostly to ensure that the two threads don't twist and that they end up laying side by side, or is there a less apparent purpose?

[–] [email protected] 0 points 4 months ago

@Fermion Yes. A #TrolleyNeedle is a type of #LayingTool, though the manufacturer says it can be used for other purposes too. In #CrossStitch, a laying tool is used to make sure stitches lay flat. I use mine to help me catch knots starting to form as I'm #Railroading stitches so the don't get unmanageable. I also feel that they look much nicer combining the Railroading with the use of the trolley needle.