Tuscany In The Fall – 203.012A

Description

The Tuscany In The Fall Kit makes a 24″ Chippendale style pie crust table mat or cover.

The striking leaf colors against a deep garnet red background evoke memories of crisp fall days.  The mat is patterned after the carved edge of a Chippendale style pie crust table typical of the early 1700-1800s.  The cream backing accents the edge making it stand out on your table.

The mat uses a back stitch to attach the leaves, a chain stitch for the vines, and a blanket stitch for the edges. It is an advanced kit.

Everything you need to start is right in the package including precision cut wool felt, floss, a sewing needle and instructions.

Rating: Apprentice – 12 Hours

This product is Made in the USA in our Shop in Colfax, California.

Our wool felt is Made in the USA from wool grown in the USA.  It is a blend of 35% wool and 65% rayon.

Why A Blend? 

• Our goal was to have a blend that is close to the wool/cotton blend which has been in use for hundreds of years through out the world.
• The wool/cotton blend was favored over 100% wool or 100% cotton as the combination provided much better service
  • The wool provided strength and warmth while the cotton added breathability and softness to touch.
  • It was an ideal combination for all kinds of weather and purposes.
• Rayon and cotton are almost identical with cotton being a little bit softer and rayon being more silky or shinny on the surface.

How are Rayon and Cotton Different?

• Rayon is made from cellulose, a carbohydrate plant substance, derived from wood and wood pulp which is then made into fibers.
• Cotton is made of cellulose fibers from the cotton plant.