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Old 01-09-2008, 07:20 PM   #15
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Re: how do YOU sew premade fringe on?

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Originally Posted by jenlindseys View Post
have you ever tried using the machine?
I use my machine for much of my construction, but a machine can distort cups and certain delicate shapes at times. Whip stitching the fringe doesn't take much time and makes moving it easier if I decide that it really isn't looking 100%. I always whipstitch the lining because, well, it's lining. You need the option for removing and replacing it with ease when it gets soiled/nasty/find a new home.

I also don't like to threaten my machine needle with all the beads I use.
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