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Do you 1910 1911 Turkey Red baseball cards wonder if your project could Sideshow monster statues a little more sparkle? Have you ever wanted to add a special embellishment that will make your project have that "special something" lacking in others? I have an no fail answer to your dilema.

The use of specialty threads can truly enhance any project. Many of the designers use a variety of threads to create an effect that is superior to others'. This technique is available to anyone. Iron Man movie of us are afraid to use them, however. The biggest problem with Metalic threads is that they are very prone to breaking during use.

After much trial and error, I have developed a method that really does work. Anyone can sew with metallic threads if they are careful to follow my instructions. Best of all, this does not require a Bank loan!

The first thing you will want to do is to buy a good quality thread. I have had great success with Sulky brand and Superior brand threads. A quality thread is essential to your success.

Next, you will need to go to the Notions section of your local quilt or fabric store. Purchase "Metallica" needles for your sewing machine. I usually use an 80/12 or a 70/10 size. A "Metallica" needle has a longer "eye". This allows the thread to pass through the needle without separating. You also may use a "Topstitching" needle. It also has the longer "eye".

While you are in the Notions section, get a package of "Sewer's Aid". Many of us have this in our sewing supplies already. We are not really sure what to do with it. This product is not to be confused with "Fray Check". "Fray Check" is a glue. "Sewer's Aid" is a silicone product and is safe for your sewing machine.

When you are ready to use your beautiful thread, go into your kitchen and get a coffee cup or mug. No, you are not going to have a cup of coffee. Take the cup to your sewing machine. Taking the "Sewer's Aid", apply a line of the "Sewer's Aid" to the decorative thread from the top to the bottom of the spool. You may repeat this a couple more times as you go around the spool. This will soak into the thread and cut down on the friction which causes breakage. If you have a large project, you may repeat this again midway through the project. After you have applied the "Sewer's Aid", place the spool of thread into the coffee cup. Place the coffee cup to the back or side of your sewing machine. The placement of the cup will depend on which way your machine is threaded. This allows the thread to unwind without getting wrapped around any of the parts of the machine and breaking. 1963 Fleer baseball cards the "Metallica" needle. Then, thread your machine as usual.

You are now ready to add that special touch to your project. You may use any stitch you would like. I have used a very narrow satin stitch, a blanket stitch, and free motion quilting. There really is no limit to the possibilities.

It is my hope that you will enjoy this simple way to add a special touch to your projects.

Happy Quilting!
Nancy

Nancy Bordeaux, author, designer and teacher, has been a passionate quilt lover for over 20 years. Her pattern line, Nana's Pretties, is sold throughout the world. Her patterns are very beginner friendly and have something for everyone. She offers several different projects in each pattern as a value to her customers. http://www.nanaspretties.com

I don't mean talking like "good boy" or "go potty" but the body language
that lets 1908 1909 Rose Company Postcards dog know you are in charge.

Most Alien action figure the behavior problems owners encounter
are the result of owners letting their dogs take control.

This doesn't mean being a tyrant or using a formal "heel" process; it just
means being the leader of the pack.

Walking is one activity almost all of us do with our dogs, and one that can
reinforce our position as alpha dogs.

What do owners doi wrong?

Poor posture. People slouch, bend to look down at their dogs, fight with
the leash and generally look stressed out or impatient.

What should owners be doing?

Attach a leash to a body harness rather than a collar for walks.

Louise Louis doesn't like collars for walks because there's too much danger
of injuring a Toy breed's neck by pulling on the collar when walking.

She also doesn't like retractable leashes as they are too long to
maintain control and keep a dog safe on city streets. Some
cities are prohibiting them for the same reasons.

Her recommendation is a leather leash of 4 to 6-feet for city walks.

The leash handle or loop should be slipped over your left wrist.
This provides more control and decreases the chance that the
leash might slip from your hand.

Position the leash itself across the fingers of your right hand
so you can shorten or lengthen it as necessary.

Position your Munny in front of you, just below your waist.

The majority of the leash should be between your right
hand and your dog. You only need about six-inches of leash
between your right and left hands.

Keep your head up and maintain a positive posture.

Unlike many trainers Batman model kit believe a dog should not be
allowed to sniff, roll, and amble at everything they pass, Louise
Louis believes dogs should be allowed to act like a dog.

As long as he obeys your commands when you give them (come, sit,
leave it), she says to cut him some slack!

The only exception is for male dogs that are constantly lifting
their legs on everything in their path. Don't continually
stop for this.

You need to train your dog to relieve himself at the start
of the walk. His leg lifting has more to do with his trying
to mark his territory than to relieve this bladder.

If you remember nothing else from this, please keep in mind
the words of the late, great Barbara Woodhouse: head high,
hands low.

Louise Louis is a certified canine specialist and creator of the popular website on small dogs, http://www.ToyBreeds.com