Shawl for a child

[cwalla5]

What size satin should I use for a childs shawl? For my shawls I use 60 inch fabric. Wouldn't that be too wide? It's going to be double sided with 14' satin fringe. I read a previous post that the length should be from fingertip to fingertip.

[blueskye4evr]

I dunno if it goes for children too, but I was told that you can measure from the backs of the thighs, to the nape of the neck, i dunno, just what i was told

[cwalla5]

Ok.. I'm gonna use that as a guide.


Thanks ;)

[blueskye4evr]

cool, what colors are you using? (dont remember if ya mentioned )much luck !

[cwalla5]

I'm using lavendar satin with dark purple, black and white ribbon.
I cut the material wrong now I have to go by more satin

Do you have any tips for sewing on the ribbon? I think I saw a thread on how to do that.. I'm gonna search for it.


Thanks:)

[blueskye4evr]

I dont know how ribbion id done, but i can find out for you if you cant find anything. OOO pretty purples :) that is going to be so cute!

[cwalla5]

If I need any more tips I will e-you. If I know of anyone I will let you know. I figured it out this weekend. Satin is just so hard to work with .. it's very delicate and snags easily.

Thanks!:D

[blueskye4evr]

i have a question, okay, my shawl is going to be made out of pannels, should I just cut the pannels like a quilt and sew together? or what I have no idea, i am thinking that would be the right way to do it, and then put backing on it, but wanted to get another opinion

[acgal]

When I use panels on a shawl, I cut out the panel, then iron on the fuse on (or wonder-under) to the panel, and then iron on the panel to the shawl. The fuse on just makes life a little easier. All of the designs go on flat and are easier to sew.

[blueskye4evr]

OO didnt even think of that, thanks!!!