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Fri, 2008-06-13 08:48 — RickeScott

I've got a wild project in my head, but will need to find the best way to stiffen a knitted bowl. Starch first came to my mind, but afraid that it would be water soluable and wilt in high humidty. Then I've thought about blocking it in a solution of good old Elmer's glue and water. And also have thought about first starching it when I block it and then spray the heck out of it with clear lacquer. Any other ideas? Thanks!

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Mon, 2008-06-16 10:56 — StuartWS
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What about a liner of some

What about a liner of some kind? A plain glass or plastic bowl might work.

Sun, 2008-06-15 10:07 — teejtc
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You could always knit it up

You could always knit it up and get it bronzed... :-)

I just found a price list at: http://www.bronzery.com/docs/uniqueitems.html

For what it's worth, it kind of scares me that they have a listed price for bronzing an athletic supporter ($299.95)....

Grace and Peace,
`tim

Sun, 2008-06-15 10:51 — RickeScott
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LOL. The thought had

LOL. The thought had crossed my mind too, but now I know that it would be way out of my price range and the final result isn't exactly what I'm after.

Sun, 2008-06-15 10:52 — RickeScott
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Thanks for the idea, but the

Thanks for the idea, but the project will require the final result to let light shine through it. I'll post pics as it begins to take shape.

Sat, 2008-06-14 07:42 — stch
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There is a product from

There is a product from "Plaid" called "Stiffy" a fabric stiffener that might work (http://www.plaidonline.com/productDetail.asp?itemID=1550).

Sun, 2008-06-15 10:53 — RickeScott
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THANKS!! This sounds like a

THANKS!! This sounds like a winner. I'll order some online and have my pal Eric bring it over when he comes in August.

Sat, 2008-06-14 13:49 — teejtc
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I would second the "stiffy"

I would second the "stiffy" suggestion. I use it for all my tatting - you can water it down if you'd like, dip it and wring it out, or paint it on with a paint brush and, of course, It dries clear. It's also not that pricey and doesn't come in an aerosol.

Just my $.02

Grace and Peace,
`tim

Fri, 2008-06-13 19:39 — vsidart
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Découpage solution should

Découpage solution should work perfectly, i thinks. Maybe finish with Verathane.... see what the découpage jar recommends for finishing.

Sat, 2008-06-14 01:20 — RickeScott
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Yes, that's a great idea!

Yes, that's a great idea! Thanks.

Fri, 2008-06-13 10:49 — Bill
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there is a spray made for

there is a spray made for cowboy hats...but I use extra stiff hairspray...the kindmade for spike hairstyles...

Fri, 2008-06-13 08:54 — MMario
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Elmer's is also water

Elmer's is also water soluble.

What did Debbie New use on her Coracle - a clear Acrylic, wasn't it?