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Freedom Wrap patterns
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Permalink Reply by Chris N. Proud Nuke Mom of Mike on
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Oh wow, I actually think I may know this one. You know the arrow type seam that accentuates your bust line on blouses....that's a dart. I'm sure there is a better explanation...but remember "non-sewer" here.
Spongie if you want in on the Colorado Gathering via speaker phone you best PM Kathy or I your number. Carol's Kitchen is onboard with us so she'll be getting a call. We need some spongie love for all these new (and old) Colorado Moms. -
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UM hee.. ok... what do you do with it? the dart i mean.....
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Permalink Reply by carols_kitchen on
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OK--who all got crazy calls from Colorado today?!!!! It was hilarious. Best laugh I have had in a couple of weeks, and we laugh a lot as lunch room ladies.
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Permalink Reply by Sue-Pillowcase lady on
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Brenda Sue,
got my pattern and wrap today. thanks! I am busy with pillowcases at the moment, but will get some made. did we ever decide on the fabric? can it be something other than camo?
Chris-you described a dart perfectly. They are also used in fitted skirts and pants. -
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Permalink Reply by Karen (KC's mom) on
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How do I go about in receiving a pattern?
Are the Freedom Wrap made of 100% cotton or cotton and spandex?
My hubby is a biker and wears the do rags under his helmet and says the cotton and spandex (I thought he said spandex) has a better fit/feel. -
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Does anyone know if you find a cotton spandex, does it use a special needle on your sewing machine?
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You do need to use a ball point needle with spandex fabrics Carol. I believe Jo Ann's has some, But may be pricey.
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I need a pattern..I think spandex would be to hot in those hot months...
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for spandex, I would think you'd need to use a ball point needle. I think a regular one would be hard sewing. and it would probably be hot depending on the thickness of it.
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hubby says the do rag with the spandex helps absorb sweat better than the cotton alone. and by the way the one he has is 92% cotton and 8% spandex.
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good information Karen, thanks for checking with your hubby.
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OK.. Now that I have the explaination of it... umm what do you do with it exactly??
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