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by Pat
(Las Cruces, NM)

When using paper patterns, one of my students discovered that brown paper bags work best. The pattern does not fall apart when it gets wet. If I am using a pattern for a large panel I iron the creases out of the bag first. Don't use the double thick freezer bags. The top layer comes off. It works really well with beginners who need to grind more.

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Aug 16, 2008

Paper v Mylar
by: hubert stephens

I gave up paper years ago when I discovered mylar. My glass store carries it for pattern making. It is rough on one side to take pencil or pen very well. Stationary stores may not carry the plastic in a heavy enough size to make a good pattern. Mylar is the only material that will not change size when it gets wet. Paper changes shape.

Jan 08, 2008

Thanks for the tip
by: Sue

Thanks for that tip Pat. I'm sure it will be useful for many people. I'll have to remember to say "paper" instead of "plastic" at the grocery store.

Sue

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