[Nfb-krafters-korner] Alternative

[Susan Roe]

For difficult fuzzy or thick yarn, I take a small piece of clear tape and 
cover the end flat, then take and trim the edge to an angled point.  This 
will then fit perfect into the large eyed needles and then just pull the 
tape off.

Susan
dogwoodfarm at verizon.net
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Zimmer, Cindy" <cindy.zimmer at nebraska.gov>
To: <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Thursday, September 19, 2013 9:15 AM
Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Alternative


>I just read an idea on StumbleUpon.  It suggested using hairspray to spray 
>the ends of your thread.  This will stiffen it and help you thread a needle 
>easier.  I did try this out and did get it to work.  I had trouble getting 
>the end of the thread sprayed because the thread kept moving from the 
>breeze of the spray.  I took the lid off the hairspray and used my 
>fingertips to apply the hairspray.
>
> I still like the dental floss threaders better, but it might help others.
>
> Cindy Z.
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