I'm making pillowcases for my SIL and need to know the finished sizes. I found some extra wide percale at Walmart, and am embroidering a design on it. Then I'm going to take a small fold, about 3" up from the open end, and insert some ruffly lace the width of the top, just below the embroidered design. I've seen these cases run for about $29 at the department stores, and they cost me about $4.00.
Also, for my luvly stepmum, I'm making a green velvet scarf with appliqued leaves on it. The leaves are outlined in a metallic thread, and you use the applique stitch on the machine as an outline. I've bought the thread, but need to know what kind of bobbin thread to use--monofilament? Do I have to do anything special with bobbin tension? I don't have a bobbin case; my bobbin drops into my machine, so adjusting it makes me a little nervous.
Thanks for your help!