It's really fast and easy! I'm not using a frame at all because the fabric is pretty stiff and I read that since it's straight lines it's not as subject to distortion as other kinds of embroidery. Makes sense a little. This also makes it easy to hold and work. :) But like I said, I wish I'd used something with smaller weave. It's good for a beginning project though because it's easy to keep things even (for the most part! ;P). I'm just worried it's going to be difficult to get it into "ball" shape. :) Might be a pin cushion instead, guess we'll see!
Thanks! I just got a bee in my bonnet that I wanted to learn flame stitch and that I also wanted a pinball! :) It's a super portable project too! It's in a little coin-type purse in my purse. ;) And I think Sarah's wallet inspired me!
That looks lovely so far~ I need to finish the pinball I started quite a while back, since I'm so close to done. I saw you said your canvas is pretty stiff, and what I used is too, so what I did when I made something else shaped with it is I got it soaking wet and then let it dry over something close to the final shape, so that might work for you too, since it's all cotton.
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I'm so tempted to go and make one.
Say, what are you using for the pinball "frame"?
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