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Gothic Napkin making livestream craft-A-Long! Saturday 3:00PM (EST) Feb 27th
🕑 Added 2021-02-25 18:22:27 +0000 UTCHello!!
OK! Change of plans for this month...
I designed this unique napkin which we had been filming and was going to be this month's standard episode, BUT I am realizing it might be more useful to you if I show you how to make it from start to finish instead of a short video. This also enables me to explain in real time all the hurdles I hit in it's design. PLUS you can ask questions as we go!
This will be this Saturday at 3:00 PM (EASTERN TIME) I apologize for the mixup in the movie night livestream earlier this month (which was a blast btw), I accidentally put the wrong time zone in the initial post and once changed, didn't realize your emailed version didn't update! :O
It's short notice I realize, so if you're not able to get the supplies in time, you can watch this whenever you want and the end result will be well worth it! PLUS if the longform format isn't your thing, I'll leave all the crucial details in the text below and you can skim over the craft along afterward! :D
Things you will need:
The pattern:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/2bma1nyymidiks3/AAD1RAea7M49Yj6JzElEaI26a?dl=0
Fabric of your choice cut to 27"X27 inches (This is closer to a buffet napkin size)
Napkin ring
All purpose thread
Sewing machine
Spray starch
Iron and ironing board
Embroidery hoop (this is for monogramming, so a smaller size is best)
Exacto blade
Disappearing ink pen or fine point marker
Scissors + very small fine scissors for cutting ultra close to the hem
Paper, pencil, erasers and tape for making patterns
Fuse-N-Tear (Tear-Away embroidery Stabilizer)
(You can buy this at any Joann Fabric) https://www.joann.com/fuse-n-tear-12-in-x-12-yards/11385192.html
Tips to know beforehand:
1) I dyed my fabric to a shade of deep muted pink and am using a lighter shade of muted pink thread for contrast. FYI: Natural fabrics are easier to dye.
2) My first napkin was a dud, so for the purposes of saving your sanity, maybe craft along with scrap fabric and thread to practice with! It takes some troubleshooting and you may not love your first one
3) The pattern is meant to be printed out on 9 sheets of 8.5X11 paper and taped together like a puzzle, so do that before the livestream starts if you can.
4) If you decide to get this pre-prepped before Saturday, Spray starch and iron your fabric before attempting to mark it! I wish I had done this the first time.
The dining room episodes are coming next month and are going to blow your mind! :D
See you Saturday!
-Christine
Comments
Alexandra Niblo
Apron
Nathalie Riegler
Where did you find them? O.O
WaterNai
Thanks for the link! Just popped in. π
helen crawford
Hope things are ok, much love to you and your mom :)
Elizabeth Goans
Missed this one. πBeen in the hospital with my mom. At least I can catch up now. Thanks Christine!
Summer Rose Barnes
Thank you
Nikki-lea
Not sure if she replied to you, but always wash your fabric first if you intend to use it to avoid shrinkage/colourun when you do get around to washing the finished piece π
Summer Rose Barnes
Did you wash/ dry the fabric first?
Prissy Witch NJ
This is amazing!
Megg Sohn
If you'd like to join the Unofficial Discord for this group (Patrons only) go to this link... discord.gg/BYh8sZW
Renee Anderson
Iβm having trouble printing the pattern. Is there something Iβm missing? π¬
Tyler Young
I canβt wait!! Iβm so excited! Iβm going to use this tutorial to help me make napkins for my wedding!
Matty
Definitely don't have the funds or time to get the things to do all this now, but I'm also definitely saving this for later.
John Ortega
Iβm so excited for this!!
RemexBella
You are just too cool for school ππ·
Paulette Mickle
That is absolutely gorgeous!! Yes, I cannot wait!! π€π§‘ππ€
Emily
Is there anyway you could make a version of the pattern that prints on European standard AT paper for those of us outside the US?
Samuel Gomez
This is so pretty! Always have such great ways to add a spooky glam to any room
Louise Hartley
I just inherited my Grandparent's 55 year old table (the first piece of furniture they purchased when they emigrated to Australia) so this will compliment it so perfectly!
Amy Watler-Thomas
Ohhhh true, yes.... Thank you π
Diane Chattaway
Can't wait to see the dining room. I swear! You are an inspiration.
Diane Chattaway
I am so excited for this. I love those snake napkin rings!!!
Branwen Frost
Also, natural fabrics work better as actual napkins too.
Danielle Gutierrez
Yay! Love your livestreams so we can chat with you! They are the best!! See you Saturday!π€ππ€ππ¦π¦π¦
Angell Cloxen
If we do I was hoping for Sleepy Hollow with Johnny Depp and Christina Rocco . Yes ? π€
Maren Mehus
Looks like thereβs a very dense zigzag stitch all around the edges of the napkin.
Lauren M
Yesss!! Also the movie night was so fun! I hope we can do it again π
Bryan Yu
Dropping everything and speeding to Joann now. π
Judy K. Zamlen-Spotts
Is there a way to click on this so it goes on your calendar?
Judy K. Zamlen-Spotts
I can't wait! So looking forward to this!
Megg Sohn
If you'd like to join our Christine conversation on Discord, here's the link to our community: https://discord.gg/Wdf8fEUV ... this invite lasts for 7 days. :)
Megg Sohn
oops! old link... https://discord.gg/Wdf8fEUV ... this invite lasts for 7 days. :)
Megg Sohn
https://discord.gg/Wdf8fEUV ... this invite lasts for 7 days. :)
Megg Sohn
oh! sorry about that. let me check the link
Tadgh Kirby
Thanks so much Megg! I really appreciate it :D
Jayme Gaines
I tried to sign up but it won't let me.
Megg Sohn
If you'd like to join our Christine conversation on Discord, here's the link to our community: discord.gg/BYh8sZW
Megg Sohn
But it's also good to ALSO use the hashtag on IG. That helps Christine and helps build our community. :)
Megg Sohn
Folks have made a Discord already for this group: discord.gg/BYh8sZW
Tadgh Kirby
Hi folks, I know we use the #creatingwithchristine on Instagram etc for when we share our efforts to tackle Christine's creations, but is there a Facebook group or a Discord group (not that I have ever used Discord, but my partner's friends all use it for the Dungeons & Dragons chat) where we can chat with each other and share all our projects and inspirations, get advice from each other and discuss pitfalls when crafting etc?? If one exists, I'd really appreciate if someone would share the link. If not, then I will happily set up a private Facebook group if others were likely to join and use it for said purposes. Please comment or tag me and let me know, either way :)
Marina salinas
I am so damn excited for this!
Ricky Cheung
I canβt waaaaaait!!!!!!! The napkin looks awesome
Amy Watler-Thomas
Ooooo fun! I only have my 1920s machine working, is that ok or do i need a zig zag or like another stitch which isn't just straight π
Mina Murray
What us it with my schedule this month and the Livestreams? I'll have to catch this one on replay also as I'll be in the middle of a class. I can't wait -- I love sewing projects!
Ashley T
What kind of fabric do you recommend? My first instinct is to go with linen.
Vicky
I am so excited canβt wait
Sonja Tompkins
WOW, is there a link? I'm having a hard time not putting these into my cart. LOL
Red Queen
Yes!! Super game changers!!! I have also been using those but sometimes people find it odd.
Summer Rose Barnes
I saw some exactly like this $25 for 4 that's a steal lol
Red Queen
So excited to see this.
Christine McConnell
Hahahaha! :)))
Christine McConnell
EEEEEK! REALLY!? Ok, I'm going to get some!! :D
Sonja Tompkins
I think the napkin ring is βLβObjet Snakeβ. $215 for four.
Christina Galaviz
Awesome! Another gals hangout! Looking forward to it. I'll bake while watching you all. ;)
Pamela White
Excuse me but I believe the correct name for these napkins should be "batkins."
Brenda Hunt
How awesome!!
Aunt Debbie Halloween
Cool - I just found a cheap alternative to Disappearing ink pens - Crayola Ultra-Clean Washable Markers. They're in most Grocery stores and they come in all colors!
Laura InkapΓΆΓΆl
Fun! I'll try to craft along, just need to get all of the supplies together in time.
Sonja Tompkins
I think Iβll watch and then make it. Where did you get that napkin ring!!
Heidi K.
Ahh! Saturday just got so much more exciting!! Canβt wait!
Autumn Hoibakk
How fun!
Summer Rose Barnes
Ooo where did you find that napkin ring!
AshCoveredPhoenixRising
Where is the snake napkin ring from? I need these in my life!
Rez NYC
Yay! Canβt wait for this!!!
