Sometimes we have family and friends going through times. Sometimes it is us ourselves. Here is your reminder! Be strong don’t give up… Tomorrow is a new day to start over
If you’re working on an embroidery project with a zipper or placing fabric on the underside of the hoop, you’ve probably seen the instruction: “Tape it down.” And then comes the big question… What kind of tape actually works best? The truth: every embroiderer has a favorite, and there’s no single “right” answer. Below is a clean, easy-to-skim guide based on real recommendations from makers — plus a few helpful taping tips. 🧵 Helpful Taping Tips Use multiple pieces of tape for a secure hold. Make sure pieces are long enough to keep fabric or zippers from shifting. Place tape so it’s not in the stitching path . Reuse tape pieces when possible — many types hold up for several rounds. 🎀 Popular Tape Options for Embroidery Washi Tape Paper‑crafter’s favorite Easy to remove Gentle on fabric Transport / Medical / Surgical / Micropore Tape Holds tight without damaging fabric Easy to remove Doesn’t gum up the needle Tears neatly Often reusable Blue or Green Painter’s Tape No sticky resid...