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Question for the week of April 30, 2001:
Our question this week comes from Kate
I am starting to design miniature quilts and would like to frame them with
mat - Do you have any suggestions? With or without glass? Any books
available on the subject?
Caroline :
I have watercolour paintings matted and never ever will I use non-glare glass again. I do think its wise to mat at least twice, and I would use glass over this. When I have my crossstich work framed I lace it securely onto a padded surface at the back so it won't slip.
I saw one block framed once. It was beautiful.
Caroline
Pat :
In addition to quilting I work in a framing studio here are some tips. Almost all framers use acid free materials these days but most still glue the work to the foamboard. Find one who will actually stich, with needle and thread, your work down. If you look around you should be able to find one who is reasonably priced. I think glass helps protect the work, just make sure there is a space between the fabric and the glass so that the fabric can breathe. I almost always use one or two mats, I like the way they bring out the colours in the work. If you are framing any antique pieces, look around and find someone who has experience in framing antique textiles. Good Luck!
Kate :
If you are framing and matting your needlework but sure to use acid free materials. Fibers do breakdown with time and by using acid free materials you will be assured that your fabrics and yarns will stay nice for many more years to come.
Connie
Kathy :
A friend who has had her counted cross-stitch masterpieces framed told me that the non-glare glass does not let the "depth" of the textile show. She advised me to avoid this as I was considering having some of my antique blocks framed.
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