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I am currently working on a project for a Silver Wedding Anniversary Sampler. I purchased the DMC metallic silver #30145. This is different to any thread I have used in the past. Tried to use it as usual - but it seems to kink badly. Project is being stitched on evenweave linen 28ct. Any suggests on this product? My deadline is 3 weeks from now.Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

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  Reply from Estelle

  Monday, October 30, 2006 1:09 PM

  Try dampening the floss. Not wet just a little damp and it will help stop the kinking. Also use shorter lengths. There is a product out called stitch heaven and running it across that will help also. Instead of using DMC silver I use Kreinik #4 very fine braid. It's a lot easier to work with. Go to top

  • Reply from Sandy O

    Monday, October 30, 2006 7:02 PM

    Thanks Estelle - I will try to dampen the floss. Fortunately I only plan to use it as an accent so I will not be using very long lengths. However I have not yet come across the Kreinik braid, do you get it at a specialty store? Usually I get supplies from the Hobby Lobby, Wal-Mart or Michaels. Should I use a single strand or double or the DMC metallic? Go to top

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    Reply from Sandy O

    Monday, November 6, 2006 1:07 PM

    Thank you so much for your suggestion - I tried dampening the floss and it worked like a dream. I appreciate you assistance. Go to top

    • Reply from Estelle

      Monday, November 6, 2006 8:56 PM

      So glad to hear that dampening it worked out for you. Happy Stitching Go to top