DIY Bow Tie

**Nick** · 13th July 09, 11:42 PM

Alas! I was turning the second half last night, using the knitting needle method, and poked a hole right through the silk

And I was really fond of this fabric, too. I think I'll try the Burda tip with threads at the points next time. I'm going to go rummage in the charity shops today.

**sydnie7** · 14th July 09, 07:17 AM

Originally Posted by Nick

Alas! I was turning the second half last night, using the knitting needle method, and poked a hole right through the silk

And I was really fond of this fabric, too. I think I'll try the Burda tip with threads at the points next time. I'm going to go rummage in the charity shops today.

Sorry to hear of your mishap. That "threads at the points" methods is the only way to go! Takes a bit of fiddling to get the thread placed just right and caught by only one stitch, but it works a charm for turning the points. Highly recommended!

**Old Hippie** · 15th July 09, 11:29 AM

Originally Posted by sydnie7

That "threads at the points" methods is the only way to go!

I did the threads a few times, but I found it to be a massive time-waster for me. Now I just cut the whole thing out in one piece, stitch, trim, whack it in half, turn it over the back of a crochet hook and then lap and stitch to size. I use the hook end to push the points out completely.

For me, it's easier that way, but I can see the thread method has its good points (pardon the pun). Go with what works!

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