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We think that designs worked up using a continental stitch come out more beautiful when completed with this stitch than with any other needlepoint stitch. The designs are truer and neater. In addition, the continental stitch uses less yarn than other stitches. |
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On the first washing, you must set the dyes in the floss by soaking the project in cold water with mild dish liquid (Joy or Ivory – do not use fine washables detergent) and vinegar. Use 1 ½ cups of vinegar for large projects, and ½ cup for smaller projects. |
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We recommend first trying to simply soak the project in cold water, mild dish liquid and vinegar (Use a mild soap like Joy or Ivory, and 1 ½ cups of vinegar for large projects. ½ cup for smaller project.) Freshen the mixture periodically. If that does not work, you can try a stain stick, but avoid anything that is detergent based. |
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Experiment with the tension on your thread or yarn. You may be pulling your stitches too tight. |
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