How to Put Cross Stitch Fabric in a Ratchet Needlework Frame
By Connie G. Barwick, About.com
Place the Fabric between the Two Pieces of the Rail
Place the Fabric between the Rails
Photo © Connie G. Barwick, licensed to About.com, Inc.
When placing the fabric between the split rail of the ratchet needlework frame, use the line on the Cross Stitch fabric edge to guide your placement. Place both ends of the fabric in the rails, using the lines as your guide. Roll the fabric up slightly overlapping the edge of the fabric. You may want to use rubber bands to secure the rails for insertion. The band will keep the fabric from slipping.
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- Ratchet Needlework Frame
- Identifying the Parts of the Ratchet Needlework Frame
- Side View of Ratchet Frame Needlework Rails
- Mark a Line on the Fabric
- Place the Fabric between the Two Pieces of the Rail
- Insert the Rail of the Ratchet Frame in the Side Holder
- Insert the Rail in the Groves of the Side Holder
- Assemble the Frame and Roll up the Fabric
- Use the Frame Adjuster to Change the Direction of Rail Movement
- Ratchet Frame with Cross Stitch Design in Progress
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