DIY attempt number 6

**Aspiringloser** · 27th January 12, 08:00 PM

Thanks. I can't wait to see the pleats once I get it pressed and the basting removed.

**Alan H** · 27th January 12, 08:15 PM

#6, eh? I think you might have this stuff figured out.

**Aspiringloser** · 27th January 12, 08:19 PM

This is my first 16 oz. wool attempt. I'm liking it so far. It took me a while to get to the point where I wasn't afraid of messing up this expensive stuff. I wouldn't say figured out, I'm still learning, just not as lost as when I started. :P

**saxandpipes** · 30th January 12, 01:33 AM

Looks amazing so far!

Can't wait to see more!

Cheers,

Michael

**Aspiringloser** · 1st February 12, 05:58 PM

Pleats cut out in the fell, steeking done, and stabilizer installed. I got a little off on my spacing on one of the stitches but it will be covered by the canvas.

**Elf** · 3rd February 12, 09:14 PM

Originally Posted by Aspiringloser

This is my first 16 oz. wool attempt. I'm liking it so far. It took me a while to get to the point where I wasn't afraid of messing up this expensive stuff. I wouldn't say figured out, I'm still learning, just not as lost as when I started. :P

I commend your attempt to constantly find new challenges. Also echo those who note you appear to have come far already. Keep up the struggle.

**Aspiringloser** · 4th February 12, 06:11 AM

Thanks. I've been slacking the past few days. I need to get some work done on it this weekend. That's the real struggle, finding motivation.

**Aspiringloser** · 15th February 12, 07:27 PM

Canvas installed and facings made.

**Dixiecat** · 15th February 12, 07:39 PM

Wow.
I've been following this thread and I have to say, your work is great and that blue, so vivid. I like how your basting stitches are so even!

**Aspiringloser** · 15th February 12, 07:58 PM

Thanks! I love blue for sure. The Marton Mills weave of this tartan has a different blue than the Batley. It almost has a subdued purple hidden in there. I figured out how to hide my stitching for the canvas so I can use any color lining I want. Just use carpet thread the same color as the canvas!