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black aida
Fri, May 15, 2009 3:10 PM
Posted by Elaine
I am working on a kit from Dimensions which is calling for black aida, but wondering if there is anything else I can use, besides a white pillowcase on my lap to see the holes.
  • Reply from Adriana
    Friday, May 15, 2009 6:31 PM
    I place a small table lamp on the floor near my chair and the light from that helps see the holes while stitching. Also i usually wear light colored pants, then I don't have to cover my lap with a cloth. :) Go to top
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    Reply from Terry B
    Monday, May 25, 2009 9:25 PM
    Working with black fabric isn't as tough as it's make out to be. Just use good lighting and you'll do fine. Go to top
    • Reply from Elaine Cripe
      Wednesday, July 15, 2009 1:28 PM
      Thanks so much for replying ,as I have found this out by, working with a pillowcase and a Ottlite bulb. Go to top
  • Reply from adriana
    Monday, June 8, 2009 2:07 PM
    I find it impossible to work on black aida, even with a good daylight lamp, so I work on ecru or white aida and stitch what is left of the aida with black thread, it works for me! Go to top