Monday, November 27, 2017

It's Killin' Time

For each square a minimum of two ends have to be put in and then each one must be "killed" individually.  I can't stack them wet the way Franklin did for his because mine are made out of acrylic they have to be killed.
The process of killing requires a blocking surface, pins and steam, either from a hot steam iron or from a garment steamer.  I prefer the latter as it is easier on the hands to hold for an extended period of time.
First of all pin out the object to be killed.  Dry.  Do NOT soak it or mist it, this process is for synthetic fibers and synthetic blends.  Lightly stretch the piece to the desired size, unless it is lace then go for it.  The squares for Epiphany will be gently blocked to 6" x 6".
I pinned each corner and then the middle of each side. Now steam the piece by holding the steamer just above the surface.  Don't touch the piece as you are melting the fibers and touching the piece will squish it into a mess.  Because the steam melts the fibers don't hover too much in one area, the fibers can completely melt and break apart; ask me how I know.  Let the piece cool completely, about 30 minutes and then unpin.  You are now ready to start whipping.  Franklin showed it the best I've ever seen.
This link also shows his inventive blocking method.
Whip it good!





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