Question 1

HAVE YOU EVER USED A STAY STITCH TO STOP THE THREADS?

Accepted Answer

No...I never have. In my experience, after the first few washings, the thread raveling lessens. This is meant to be a no-sew project, and a stay stitch isn't really necessary. However, if you try it, please let us know how it works!

Question 2

WILL THE FRINGE KEEP GETTING BIGGER WITH EACH WASHING?

Accepted Answer

As I said above, after the first few launderings, the fringe raveling will slow down. There will still be threads and stray strings, but not as many as in the beginning.

Question 3

DO THESE LINEN NAPKINS NEED IRONED AFTER EVERY WASHING?

Accepted Answer

Probably. If you pull them from the dryer immediately, and shake them out good, they will fold nicely. There may be a few wrinkles, but that's normal with linen.

Question 4

CAN I USE FABRIC OTHER THAN LINEN?

Accepted Answer

Yes! My best advice is to stick with a washable, all natural fabric with a large weave. A good choice is 100% cotton. Do not use a synthetic fabric.

Question 5

WHY DO YOU ADVISE NOT TO PRE-WASH THE LINEN?

Accepted Answer

In my opinion, the linen is easier to cut before it’s washed. Also, after linen is washed, the weave tightens, so the threads pull much easier in linen that has not been washed. Definitely wash and dry the napkins after they are cut and fringed.

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