September 1, 2017
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Debbie SewBlest
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One of the hottest trends in machine embroidery right now is
cork.
Although you may think it delicate, cork embroiders like a dream. It is almost like a very lightweight leather. Many embroiderers have stitched the ever popular
zipper bags using cork.
With no edges to finish, it is the perfect product for creating coasters, and that is today's project. I used the
Cross Hatch Quilted Heart design by Amazing Designs
Use the same color thread in the bobbin as that with which you are stitching. Stitch the placement line. That shows how big the piece of cork needs to be and where it will go.
Cut the cork slightly larger than the placement stitch, position it on top of the stitching, and run the second color, the tack-down. Continue stitching the design and do not trim as you would in typical applique. I used the same color thread for the entire design.
When finished, take everything out of the hoop and trim excess stabilizer away close to the satin stitching. Cut around the outside edge with pinking shears. Wet a cloth and wipe away the rest of the stabilizer.
This coaster looks as good on the back
as it does on the front!
You can stitch any design on cork that you would on other fabric. Here's a cute
tag stitched on cork.
Lots of possibilities!
Debbie SewBlest