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french knots
Wed, Aug 13, 2008 4:07 AM
Posted by Patricia Denison
I hate to do french knots i do not do them well. What i would like to know is what can i do instead of the knots the patterns are about 1 1/2 by 1 1/2 they are small.
Reply from mkm
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 9:17 AM
Some stitchers like to substitute tiny seed beads for the french knots. You could also use the colonial stitch. Check for directions on the net.
Mary
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Reply from Busydebbie
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 2:51 PM
I like using the seed beads. Make sure that you also purchase beading needles and beading floss.
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