Unravel the rows from the zig zag stitches to the edge of the cloth. Craftster.org is an online community for crafts and DIY projects where you can find loads of ideas, advice, and inspiration. This popular three-sided stitch that does not require a sewing machine for stitching the cut edge of monk's cloth. If you are using monk's cloth and a #6 cut strip punch in every 2nd hole. Swedish, or Huck, weaving uses a special fabric for stitching. I used a very fine stitch and sewed twice (right beside each other.) Rug Warp: warp is also made of cotton, but each square is made of a thicker, sturdier thread than monk’s cloth. NOTE: The large pumpkin sewing pattern is to be cut on the fold. Cut off all the yarns at the edge of the cloth to be the same length as the fringe. "Swedish weaving", also known as "monk's cloth" or "huck towel" embroidery, is an attractive, easy-to-do form of counted-thread needlework. Transfer design template to your Monks cloth. Hundreds of thousands of free craft projects, craft patterns, craft tutorials and more. When using #8 cut strips punch in every 2nd hole but put your next row three holes over. I use an 8, 8.5 and 9 cut. And where do you get […] When putting your rows side by side, space your next row 2 holes over. My stretcher bars allowed for a 12”x12” pillow insert. Sheri’s question: Hi Cindi, what’s the difference in rug warp and say primitive linen. That’s what I usually hook on but it’s so darned expensive. If your frame is larger than your final pillow size, draw the square of your pillow on the Monks cloth. Other fabrics with an even weave, such as Aida cloth or huck toweling, can also be used. Monks Cloth: very popular with rug hookers, this is made of cotton and will stretch more than the burlap, making it a little bit of a challenge for the beginner; however it is stronger and more durable than burlap. Cut your fabric using the pattern. Geometric designs are created on the surface of monk's-cloth-weave fabric by running a needle and yarn under vertical blocks of woven threads. Then put two of your pieces together and sew around one side. Pattern IHS - $9.00 FREE SHIPPING in USA In 2001, Nettie's Needleworks released The Original Italian Hem Stitch for Monk's Cloth. The cloth should be stretched as tightly as possible for the punch needle technique to work properly. Swedish weaving is usually done on a fabric known as monk's cloth. Iron the pillow top on the back side. I am also experimenting with monks cloth. You need four sides for each pumpkin. Zigzag 4 … Included in the book are five pages of illustrated how-to instructions and the charts and instructions for 10 gorgeous afghans. It’s not too bad and a lot cheaper than linen. This fabric has a surface with raised threads that form squares—and allows designs to be symmetrical. Swedish weavers use this beautiful method to fringe and edge the monk's c A pillow may also have this edging. Cut a piece of monks cloth (such as Natural Monks Cloth, $14.99, JOANN) large enough to stretch over and around the frame. The four edges of the afghan need to be finished so they don't fray, ruining the hard work you have completed. Stretch the cloth one side at a time; lift the cloth off the tacks, pull tightly, and set the cloth back over the tacks. Cut the edge of the monk’s cloth even on all four sides. I hand drew a 12”x12” square and my design lines on my Monks cloth using a permanent marker. Once you have finished weaving the afghan, you have one or two steps left. In very little time, you can learn to follow the charts and create these beautiful designs on soft, cotton monk’s cloth fabric. If you have ever used a sewing needle, you can make a wonderful monk’s cloth afghan. 3.