Matting Framing Stitching Washing Pressing

Washing your cross stitch is an easy step so don t skip it.

Matting framing stitching washing pressing.

Dip your project in the first bowl and leave it to soak through while you add your soap to the second bowl. Share this post on pinterest. Washing is also an easy way to get out stubborn crease. Framing a cross stitch project can seem daunting but in this post i ll be showing you how you can save yourself money and time by learning to stretch and frame cross stitch projects yourself.

If you don t wash it first those invisible oils from your fingers will stain the fabric and turn your cross stitch piece yellow. When you stitch the natural oils on your hands transfer to the fabric. To view the next video in this series click. Washing your cross stitch piece before framing it is the best way to preserve it.

Oils that you can t immediately see can become stains over time. Use your hand to disperse the soap and create bubbles. In the past few days i finished up stitching one of my cross stitch designs i was working on over christmas and new year. Fill one bowl with cold water the other with lukewarm water.

That s why it is important to wash your cross stitch and hand embroidery projects before framing even if the piece looks clean. If you have cross stitched a heavy material you may need to use the steam setting on your iron to remove the creases but as long as you use a pressing cloth the heat from the steam will not damage the cross stitch or any beading you have worked into your pattern. Use a gentle phosphate free soap formulated for washing needlework cross stitch silk fabrics and quilts. Test your threads and fabric before washing to make sure the colors do not run.

Transfer the wet cloth to the second bowl.