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elkhaircaddis

elkhaircaddis

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I've seen the attach-ez adertised in Decor magazine. Is this a "standard" or "popular" product for shadowboxes and needlework? It looks like it could be quite useful.

Most of my shadowbox experience involves drilling holes in the mat and using thread or wire to attach items. The same goes for attaching garments and doilies and such. I've stretched crosstich using the stichery tape and pins.

Also, when "glue" is appropriate for a shadowbox because it is not a conservation piece (perhas just a decortative project) what works best? Hot glue, or other types of thick clear craft glue like E-6000?

Just as usual, wanting some opinions.

Thanks
 
I think I can help you. Check your e-mail here on the G.
 
I use it often, mostly for garments. I just did a box with a chef's smock signed by all the chef's at Spago's. The one thing you need to prepair for is stock up on extra needles. They tend to break.
 
freakquency said:
The one thing you need to prepair for is stock up on extra needles. They tend to break.
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I haven't broken a needle in a long time. If you twist it in as Pat demonstrates instead of forcing it through that mostly takes care of that problem. That along with using needles from Pat instead of knock-off ones that are inferior.

Just fixed my wallet that was given to me by my deceased father, I have been carrying it since 87 and don't want to give it up.
 

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We got one after reading good comments on the Grumble and have been very pleased with it so far. You asked about alternate methods for mounting objects. Aside from this, two methods that have been discussed lately are as follows. First is to use bent metal rods that you cover with plastic tubing and shrink before painting to match the place the rod holds. Secondly is to use very fine mesh fabric to hold the piece in place. I am way not an expert on either of these, but the guys who are have been very generous with their descriptions of how to do so. Quite a few people on here use these techniques, but Baer Charlton and Jim Miller are coming to mind at the moment.
 
j Paul said:
I haven't broken a needle in a long time. If you twist it in as Pat demonstrates instead of forcing it through that mostly takes care of that problem. That along with using needles from Pat instead of knock-off ones that are inferior.

Love mine. It has cut my labor:icon45: down to 1/10th:) on sports jerseys and the like. I do quite a few jerseys and doilies around my shop. Got one and never turned back. One of the best framing investments I've made!!!!:thumbsup:
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I've had my starter kit for about 1-1/2 years and have used it a ton. Saves a lot of time and I too haven't had problem with the needles. I have only broke one so far. I've been so impressed that I very recently purchase the advanced kit (full kit) and the EZ Fix & Fill. Haven't had the opportunity to use the advanced or the fix & fill so I don't know much yet about how they work.
 
Attach-EZ tagging guns, EZ-Tach, and other mounting products are great for mounting some objects. I specialize in framing three-dimensional objects and use the Attach-EZ products often.

You can never have too many mounting alternatives. As Shayla said, formed rods and fine mesh fabrics are good choices for some items. Those and clear film straps are among my favorite methods because of their versatility.

Here's another thread that might he helpful for you:
http://www.thegrumble.com/showthread.php?t=29681&highlight=Complete+Guide

If you go to WCAF in January or the PPFA Convention in March, you will find several classes about all kinds of mounting.
 
As Jim said, there are many options to mounting all sorts of fabric and 3D art and the more options you have the better.
 
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