I want to transfer embroidery patterns onto cotton t-shirts and have the tracing wash out after sewing. Think this will work?
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The crayola fabric crayons are not designed to wash out after being ironed onto a shirt. As for actually applying the crayon directly onto the shirt, it would not work that well and the crayons are not designed for that anyway - they are designed to be applied to paper then ironed onto a cloth item. It sounds like you need a product designed specifically for embroidery. There are two products I am aware of for this purpose. the first is a pen with actual disappearing ink - you trace and within a few hours the ink has disappeared (http://www.amazon.com/Collins-vanishing-disappearing-fabric-marker/dp/B001W2M2WO/ref=sr_1_4?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1377646526&sr=1-4&keywords=embroidery+ink+pen OR http://www.amazon.com/Singer-Fabric-Marking-Pen-Pencil/dp/B00566E680/ref=sr_1_2?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1377646567&sr=1-2&keywords=embroidery+ink+pen OR http://www.amazon.com/Singer-Point-Disappearing-Marking-Purple/dp/B003BRX6PK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377646511&sr=8-1&keywords=embroidery+ink+pen. the other product will wash out after a wash or two (http://www.amazon.com/DMC-U1539-Embroidery-Transfer-Blue/dp/B000W5HTX4/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1377646660&sr=8-5&keywords=embroidery+ink+pen). I hope these links help.
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It won't stick to fabrics well enough to use. But if you have a needle and thread, there is no reason you couldn't put a few stitches on each side!
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I've used them to sign vinyl records and there was some bleeding into the grooves. I just tried a doodle on a scrap shirt and looks like no bleeding. I used a 100% cotton black T. The ink is very dark, would maybe be better with a second stroke. Looks more grey with a touch of sparkle. It is quite noticeable though. Can't speak as to the wash ability of the T though. It does appear to have "sunk in" to the fabric a bit. I'd say the result is different than I thought it would be, better than expected.
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Mostly everything I needed was in the kit. You have to buy your own cotton t-shirts, of course. I also used a big bucket (5 gallon) to soak the shirts in the fixer before applying the dye. It's a messy project, so I also used a large sheet of plastic (like a tarp) to cover the patio table before I got busy with applying the dyes. Having a roll of paper towels, a sponge, plastic gloves and being close to a source of water (like a kitchen) is also a huge help. You may benefit from watching a few online videos to see how other people set up their tye dye station before jumping in. Good luck! -CV Mostly everything I needed was in the kit. You have to buy your own cotton t-shirts, of course. I also used a big bucket (5 gallon) to soak the shirts in the fixer before applying the dye. It's a messy project, so I also used a large sheet of plastic (like a tarp) to cover the patio table before I got busy with applying the dyes. Having a roll of paper towels, a sponge, plastic gloves and being close to a source of water (like a kitchen) is also a huge help. You may benefit from watching a few online videos to see how other people set up their tye dye station before jumping in. Good luck! -CV
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Yes you use it to transfer multi piece cutouts to clothing ( vinyls, iron one etc) to maintain the pattern. Unless you are using an extremely delicate fabric, you shouldn't have a problem using it with fabric.
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I have use them on cotton tees to fill in color, where it was black outlines & gray shading design on the teeshirts; with no bleeding on multi-washing...and they don't bleed or fade when the teeshirts gets sweaty and salt stained. But aways, check on a old tee; first.
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It would be best to check with the seller. Ink Jet transfers typically do best on cotton or poly/cotton blends. In my opinion, it would not do well on spandex or similar fabrics.
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It is a long process and not especially suitable for a craft night if you want them to take home a finished product. That was my original intention too. You have to wash shirts first. Rubberband them up. (Watch the video to decide on design) Soak in a solution for 20 minutes. Apply the dye. Put shirts in plastic bags and leave overnight or longer. Then rinse excess dye out. Take off bands. Then wash. The kit is great and the shirts turn out really nice. But i only got about 8 shirts, not 15, and it takes a couple days to finish.
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Well, yes, and no. I found these towels great for embroidery! They washed well, no ironing needed!! They took transfer well, and were so long, that I was able to cut a couple in half to use. I thoroughly enjoyed embroidering these, and it seemed to go fast! But these towels aren't vintage in any way, and are a nice crisp white. You could have a lot of fun altering these to look more vintage, so,....enjoy !!!
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The machine should be able to change the size of the letters after you put the design in. This only makes a design larger but does not add more stitches so if you enlarge a lot fabric may show thru your design.
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Yes. It's like sewing on cotton flannel. The particles of silver in it are like dust -- you won't even know they are there when you are sewing.
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My project was on a cotton t-shirt and has faded with washing. Polyester probably will be a little different but to make it as colorfast as you can, I would advise pressing with a warm iron before washing. Also when using dye, it helps make items colorfast to soak in vinegar and let dry before use or washing. Good luck!
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If you use an iron adhesive on the back of the design. You would have to use the fabric cutting blade also. Put the iron on adhesive on the material before you cut it of course maybe spray material with a spray adhestive after cutting it out without the iron on adhesive. If you do this you will need to sew it on the T Shirt as the spray on adhesives (for embroidery or qulting) are usually temporary. Hope this helps
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I haven't tried this particular size needle and brand of thread but I don't see why it wouldn't work. I use it with embroidery thread all the time. It even works well with 2 strands of thread. It's save me hours of time.
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NO, NOT FOR T-SHIRTS OR FABRIC. You have get "Iron-On" vinyl for T-shirts. This is for putting on walls, crafting, etc.
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Hi, Does your new machine have a metal throat plate? ( that is the plate that goes under the sewing foot which the needle passes through as it goes down and catches the bobbin thread) If you have the metal plate the Dritz Magnetic Seam Guide should work with not problem. The great thing about the magnetic guide for me is when I sew a hem in place or have a seam that is deeper than one inch I measure out from the needle to the depth of the seam or hem and attach the guide to the metal throat plate and as I sew the edge of the fabric is sliding through against the guide and I have a perfect seam. Good luck with your new sewing "toy" and have fun sewing ! I hope this answered your question. Happy Sewing Ells3
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I would not recommend for embroidery if you ever plan to wash them. They come out of the wash all shriveled up and the hems come undone. All your beautiful hard work would be ruined.