Hole in linen

[Allie]

Hi, I am half way through a very big project being worked on even weave linen fabric. I have discovered that a few threads of even weave have frayed right in the middle of the cloth leaving a not very big hole. Is there any way I can firstly, effect a repair to the damage and secondly, stop the fraying getting any worse, or is there no hep but to abandon the project and start again?

[Rose]

Some where on the forum thread is a thread I believe that was started by benceagi she had a hole in her shirt or maybe it was a jumper and she was able to mend it with a cross stitch. If you can find it or maybe PM her and ask about her fix that would help with your dilemma.

[Allyn]

I don't know if this will help. I've never done this myself, but........
http://www.scarletquince.com/tips.php#" target="_blank

In the menu on the left side, go down to "Finishing" and click on "Repairs"

[Serinde]

I have done exactly what is recommended at Scarlet Quince. It requires patience, but it's not hard and it looks perfect when done.

I'd only add this hint: make sure that you use the threads in their correct relationship to one another: vertical (warp) thread for weaving up and down and the horizontal (weft) thread to weave right to left. It does make a difference. Really, it does.