I don't know if I should pin it or lace it!! I've seen needlework done both ways. The last (and only) two times I framed something I used stainless steel pins, but now I'm having second thoughts.
Do you pin or lace when framing? Do you know the pros and cons for each? I would love your input!
Happy Stitching!
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I pin and it hasn't come back to bite me in the bum, at least not yet. (I have framed pieces going back at least 15+ years now.) I've even undone the backs of some pieces that were getting a little 'loose' (my fault because they were in a high humidity area) and tightened the pins up very easily to correct that. I've even used glue (though HOW IT MAKES ME CRINGE) when doing some finishes, like ornaments, etc. I just figure I do enough items that if I treat ALL of them like a precious heirloom, most of them would stay rolled up in a drawer and never get seen. Now *that* would make me sad. But if you have the time and inclination, lacing is great too. :)
From an archival perspective lacing is better. Even when you use stainless steel pins that cause stress points in the design. You would not see it in 15 years, but might in 30 + years. Just my $.02 worth.
Hi Jennifer...just my two cents. I have been lacing my finishes for many years and overall am very pleased with the results. In the last few years however, I have added pinning prior to lacing to hold the piece in position. It sure has saved me time and frustration. Once I've completed the lacing, I remove the pins.
Good luck with your framing!
Hi Jennifer, I have been a professional framer (now retired) since the mid 70's...wow, did I just admit that?! Anyway, I have seen and used many different ways...but by far the best is lacing. I don't know why, but I like side to side and then top to bottom. Wearing latex gloves enables you to move your piece...once you have the sides in place, go for the rest! If you've never laced before, try a small piece first. Sorry to have rambled...good luck! Oh, and lace on acid free board.
I pin. I worked for a framer for a while, and that is how I was taught, although she knew the lacing method.
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