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About The Proof Angel

I am a freelance editor and proofreader, working with a wide range of clients from large companies to individuals. I can help you to communicate clearly by carrying out a final check, or by suggesting ideas get your message over. I am an Advanced Professional Member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading. I also have a sideline in textiles, as The Rainbow Angel.

National Trust sewing machines

Posted on Oct 27, 2020 by The Proof Angel

I haven’t done one of these for a while. Today’s link takes you to a collection of old sewing machines. Hours of fun to be had…

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Take-up, shrinkage, and elasticity

Posted on Oct 20, 2020 by The Proof Angel

I’m a bit out of my depth here. But this is important stuff that I need to learn. Here is the techy stuff you need to know if you need to substitute yarns, especially when you are weaving.  All about … Continue reading →

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Making rope baskets

Posted on Oct 13, 2020 by The Proof Angel

A while ago, I say something on YouTube about making rope baskets by sewing coils together on a sewing machine. Many years ago, I made a rag rug from plaited scraps of fabric. I sewed it by hand, and it … Continue reading →

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Peacock

Posted on Oct 6, 2020 by The Proof Angel

I have finally finished my peacock fire screen. He isn’t quite as I had planned, but then I didn’t think it through properly before I started. The feathers are sewn to a backing piece of felt, because they tended to … Continue reading →

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Sewing box

Posted on Sep 30, 2020 by The Proof Angel

I found an old sewing box in a second hand shop a while ago. It was a bit battered, and in need of some tlc. The fabric covered top seemed the obvious place to put pins, but it was very … Continue reading →

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Don’t match your thread

Posted on Sep 22, 2020 by The Proof Angel

Were you taught to match your thread to the fabric you were making up? Perhaps to use a shade slightly darker, so it blended in? Well, according to this theory, you only need to keep a supply of neutral colours, … Continue reading →

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The mystery of Gunnister Man

Posted on Sep 15, 2020 by The Proof Angel

Here is an interesting post about Gunnister Man, a discovery in Shetland in 1951. There is an article to read and a half hour discussion to listen to as well. It is interesting to find out how much you can … Continue reading →

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How to sew a laced sleeve

Posted on Sep 9, 2020 by The Proof Angel

I have to admit that I misread the title of this post. I thought it was about lace sleeves, and the problem of handling delicate fabrics. So I was surprised when I saw the picture on the post. Still, it … Continue reading →

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Make your own Bayeux tapestry

Posted on Sep 1, 2020 by The Proof Angel

I have found a new game. Making Bayeux tapestry drawings. This is my first attempt. I feel I have to direct you to the My Modern Met site, as they brought it to my attention, and have gone to the … Continue reading →

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How to sew piping the easy way

Posted on Aug 25, 2020 by The Proof Angel

This is a post that will come in handy next time you are making cushions: an easy way to sew piping. When I get round to making that rainbow cushion, I’ll give it a go…  

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