Thursday 4 June 2015

Fascinator Bow ITH-Bobbin for applique

I have said it before and I'll say it again, I'm a sucker for a cute bow! This one took my fancy as it was something I felt adults could wear as well...which really helps me as i'm a last.minute.com kind of person who has an outfit but nothing accessory wise! This in the hoop project was simple and resulted in a beautiful unique bow. 

Created and developed by: Bobbin for applique (BUY HERE)

Cost:  $6.00 (US)

Embroidered on: Husqvarna Topaz 20

Size Available: 4x4 Requires more than one hooping. ***Cannot make the largest bow with this hoop*** 5x7 Creates 3” finished bow, 6x10 Creates 4” finished bow, 7x12 Creates 5.5” finished bow

Instructions: Yes (written and pictures are easy to follow)

Skill level: Beginner to advanced.

Time taken: 30 min after fabric cut out

Stabilizer used: I used medium weight tear away. 

 

Ok....my first mistake! Don't assume because you have made bows before you know what you are doing. Read the instructions first! When i went to put my bow together the first time i just glued it all down but this bow actually has a trick to it that makes it kinda stick outwards when in the hair which is a necessity.

When you open up the instructions there is detailed information on what materials are needed. It also tells you which file does which size. The actual stitch out is quite quick. A mistake I made was putting the felt, doubled over on TOP of the tear away rather than one on the top and one on the bottom. I thought i was clever until it came time to tear away thousands of tiny pieces from the detailed stitches so make sure you follow what the tutorial says. Other than that I was quite impressed with the end bow and would definitely recommend it to anyone who would like a unique looking bow that can be used in both kids and adults.

This is the 5x7 size in my 5yr olds hair