Web Bonus
to “Undercover No More” CME July/August 2007
A simple heat-shrinking technique yields craft
foam with a thinner profile and the look of leather (like that used
for the bracelet at left; see "Design Credits" below for
bracelet details).
For more techniques using craft foam in embroidery, check out "Undercover
No More" in CME's July/August 2007
issue (click here for back issue ordering
information).
Instructions
Cover the ironing surface with a non-stick pressing sheet. Preheat
the iron to a wool or cotton setting.
Lay a sheet of craft foam on the pressing sheet and cover it
with a press cloth or a second non-stick sheet.
Iron the foam. As it heats, the foam will curl and shrink. Lift
the press cloth periodically to release the foam, allowing it
to move freely.
Turn
the foam over, cover with the press cloth and iron again. Continue
until there is no more evidence of shrinkage (A).
Place a book or heavy object on top of the foam so it cools
flat.
Alternatively, foam can be shrunk with steam. Hold the steam
iron above the foam, allowing the steam to penetrate the foam
while avoiding any direct contact with the iron. Turn the foam
over and repeat, then cover with a weight until cool.
Design Credits Bracelet: Criswell Embroidery & Design, Bracelets
with K-Lace Sampler, design Bbrstr1b.Instructions for bracelet
available with digitized design.
Turn
the foam over, cover with the press cloth and iron again. Continue
until there is no more evidence of shrinkage (A).