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Separate Strands of Embroidery Floss

By Connie G. Barwick, About.com

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Use Your Fingers to Prevent the Floss From Bunching Up

Use Your Fingers to Hold the Floss

Use Your Fingers to Hold the Floss

Photo: © Connie G. Barwick, licensed to About.com, Inc.
As you pull each strand, position your fingers so that they prevent the floss from bunching up and causing knots. Use your fingers to gently hold the strands in the piece as you pull a single strand out with the other hand.

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