A church banner pattern might include information on how to make tassels in different lengths and sizes. Here are a number of tips which might not be contained in the pattern directions. Hopefully, these helps will make the process easier for you. It is not really hard, when one gets the hang of it.

Choosing a Tool: Some people create a tassel tool for themselves. You can make a piece of cardboard cut to the size that is needed. An empty cereal box or similar package works well. Thick cardboard will be harder to cut. Plus, it is always beneficial to be able to recycle what would be trash for a new purpose.

The length of the tassel you want to make will most likely be recorded in the pattern directions. But this is something that is frequently optional. If one prefers a longer tassel, one can adapt the length to the desired length. A few hobbiest create delightful tassel angels to run along the bottom of their Christmas banners. That could be something you would really enjoy.

If you have a number of church banner patterns or you anticipate to make tassels frequently; one can buy a specialized tassel tool. These tools adjust to size, permitting you to make lengths varying from four to six inches. Explanations for use comes with the tool.

Ways to Make Tassels With a Cardboard Pattern: If you elect to cut out your own cardboard pattern, one will need to cut one large slot close to the place the top of the tassel will be. You'll use the slot to tye the final cords that hold each piece of yarn, ribbon or linen together. You simply wrap the cord that you selected from the top of the cardboard to the bottom edge several times until one has the thickness you want. There're online videos that explain how to do the handwork.

Choosing the Material: Viscose yarn, Penquin cotton, or Connemara linen work quite well as you're beginning to learn how to make tassels. Metallic yarns reflect the light and look nice when completed, but they may be hard to sew with. If one decides to use metallic Air Textured Yarn, buy one which is less crisp or softer. One needs one that can drape well. You do not need to get one that is specially recommended for tassel or braid-making. Sometimes the ones that are recommended for those uses cost more than others that work just as well for a church banner pattern.

How to Make Tassels With a Number of Colors: One could have any number of colors in a tassel. If one wants a little bit of sparkly metallic, but you do not need to be excessive about it, you can wrap a few strands of whichever color you desire as one is working. Don't be afraid to try out new things with the banner pattern one selects. You could make something unique.