Re: [Paddlewise] Searing Rip Stop Nylon

From: Michael Daly <mikedaly_at_interlog.com>
Date: Mon, 12 Apr 1999 21:24:08 -0400
Natalie Wiest wrote:

> The way I seal the edges of the ripstop is pretty low tech:  I use a
> standard wax candle in a candlestick holder (so I have both hands free),
> and run the edge of the fabric right along the edge of the flame, or at
> least close enough to melt the fabric slightly along every cut edge.

Folks know when I've been sewing because I set my hair on fire.
Something else you might want to watch out for when doing this.

Mike



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