Dangling Fabric - How to stitch larger projects?

qoe2u

I stitch using Q-Snap frames and have found when working on large projects (HAED) I have so much dangling fabric, stitching becomes difficult.

How do you reduce or manage the dangling fabric?

I have tried rolling it up and trying to clip it unsuccessfully, rolling it and holding it with my hand, even using hair clips, but nothing seems to help.

Should I try those grime guard covers, do they really work?

What do YOU do?

I am so frustrated!!

ANY suggestions or solutions would be greatly appreciated. Thanking you in advance.  :)  :)  :)

sallyrose

I use a scroll frame so excess fabric is not a bother for me.
I have read that some people use a pillowcase to hold the extra fabric
to keep it clean.

sweetpea

how about using a Qsnap cover? it helps a lot, the excess fabric can be covered and clean too and you can make it your self if you want

urmel

Like sallyrose, I use a scroll frame for big projects and wooden hoops for smaller ones. Ive never tried to stitch with Q-Snaps.
But the idea of Jenjen looks quite good. I guess that will be also a solution for protecting fabric when using hoops.
Thank you Jenjen, Ill try it next time! :D

sweetpea

Like sallyrose, I use a scroll frame for big projects and wooden hoops for smaller ones. Ive never  ...
urmel Post at 11-4-2011 05:14

    you are very welcome urmel :)

BarbraStreisand

Rolling the fabric then safety pinning the outer edges works for me.  However, for most projects I prefer scroll frames and my floor stand.

WiseOwl

I used to use a scroll frame for all my large projects... Then For some reason, I dont know why, I got into the habit of stitching without it. Now I dont use anything and I am quite comfortable stitching this way. I guess everyone has to find the way that works best for them... Good luck..

xsmom214

I have the best luck with large hair clamps.  Since they dont work for you, Id try the covers.  Ive been wanting to make some for myself but I havent gotten around to it.

HollyBlue

I use a scroll frame for large material and clip together frames for smaller ones.  I did try buncing up excess fabric on the clip together frames but its much easier to have it rolled up out of the way properly on a scroll frame.

druidique

I too use a scroll frame, but I have heard from several Qsnap users that those covers work very well