07-31-2007, 07:57 PM
Doc,
1) how many layer's of felted wool?
2) are you going to encase the torso in a layer of linen and then quilt it? ...in the diamond pattern?
Fringe.
The thick fringe can be attained by over twisting.. twisting the threads so tightly that the twisted cord wants to double back on itself when you relax the tension.
Notice that the Augustus statue has a possible "braid" affixed to the edges of the waist wings?
To make a tighter fringe twist three threads together, a rope making "machine" helps get a nice tight twist. Want it thicker twist? ...then use three 3-ply cords...
1) how many layer's of felted wool?
2) are you going to encase the torso in a layer of linen and then quilt it? ...in the diamond pattern?
Fringe.
The thick fringe can be attained by over twisting.. twisting the threads so tightly that the twisted cord wants to double back on itself when you relax the tension.
Notice that the Augustus statue has a possible "braid" affixed to the edges of the waist wings?
To make a tighter fringe twist three threads together, a rope making "machine" helps get a nice tight twist. Want it thicker twist? ...then use three 3-ply cords...
Hibernicus
LEGIO IX HISPANA, USA
You cannot dig ditches in a toga!
[url:194jujcw]http://www.legio-ix-hispana.org[/url]
A nationwide club with chapters across N America
LEGIO IX HISPANA, USA
You cannot dig ditches in a toga!
[url:194jujcw]http://www.legio-ix-hispana.org[/url]
A nationwide club with chapters across N America
