This is a red work tea towel that I did to see the difference in using 12Wt thread and regular embroidery thread. The sunbonnet design is done in the 12 Wt thread, both in bobbin and top. The lettering was too dense for the 12 Wt thread, and I had to take out and and redo a couple times. I would recommend the thread only on very open designs, and ones especially digitized for heavy thread. I crocheted the edging around the towel to give it a more finished look. The towel was from the Dollar Tree, and they called it flour sack towel, but not of the quality that my mother used.

When I was growing up , all dish towels were made from real flour sacks & that's what I learned to sew & emb. on. Hems 4 towel taught straight stitching, Heat stamped emb. design, usually cross stitching taught u how to emb. AAAWWW good memories u bring *4U

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by dlonnahawkins 02 Jun 2008

Yes - that is what this reminded me of. Never liked to embroider by hand though.

Love the design. *4U ><>

I love this, has the vintage look.

Where did you get the sunbonnet design? I assume it is from a set of week designs. I have some week designs but I don't think I have any sunbonnet.

I love the design. The flour sack towel is a great idea for presents.

I to like the flour sack towels. And the crocheted edge adds the right touch. A flower for you.

KMart has a nice quality flour sack towel. I think it comes in a 2 pack? I love your design. It turned out beautifully and the crocheting around the edge gave it that just right look!;)

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by shirlener88 02 Jun 2008

hmmm, will have to check that out.

by dlonnahawkins 02 Jun 2008

Yep - Don't go to K-mart, but ther is one over by Weight Watchers - may take a side trip - and walk so I don't burn extra gas!

Beth, some of the problem might have been the light weight towel - those are really thin and would need extra stablizing - even with redwork - but I am glad that you found what works for you - I love the flour sack towels and try to buy the quality that your mother used, too! Hehehe! *4U

Looks lovely. The sunbonnet stands out really well.

Love it! I have a special feeling for sunbonnet designs and this is a very cute one! *4U