There's this nice container of wax that I use sometimes to make a hand-sewing thread behave. I also have Thread Heaven which might be a sort of silicone blob. Just now, I'm playing for longevity. We're expecting. A great grandchild. I'm doing stabilizing smocking stitches on the back of a silk daygown. (Hoping that it will be passed down to this baby's firstborn.) Ah me. Happy day. Happy stitching. But . . . I wonder if using either could be detrimental in the 'long' run. I'm out of my zone. Usually I make quilts that will survive unspeakable treatment including Daddy 'helps' with the laundry and I only aim for happy/sturdy. Any thoughts on wax or silicone? Polly
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12 years ago