by Nancy Lukoskie | Uncategorized
I personally like to use a fabric that is comparable in weight to the stitched canvas. Why? A stitched canvas has a lot of personality based on the stitcher and the quality of the materials. The stitching tension may be tight or relaxed depending on the stitcher. Even if you stitch on a frame, you can still tell the difference between a stitcher that is stitching...
by Nancy Lukoskie | Finishing
Watch my demonstration video on making Monk’s Braid: Use Monk’s Braid as a substitute for Twisted Cording, Fabric Cording, or Binding...
by Nancy Lukoskie | Finishing
We use monks braid instead of fabric cording mostly on church kneelers and cushions. Most of the pieces that we receive for restoration will have a separate boxing (gusset) and they were originally finished with a fabric cording. Monks Braid is a great alternative to fabric cording: It is the very last step of completing the restoration. The braid is hand sewn in...
by Nancy Lukoskie | Uncategorized
My blocking experience and training started back in 1979. My job description was a “Blocker”, I blocked hundreds of canvases my first year. No exaggeration! We were the finisher for many needlepoint shops and numerous churches along the East Coast. This is where I had the opportunity to learn and recognize the individual characteristics of needlepoint canvases,...
