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The Emporia => House Beautiful => Topic started by: sewingj on April 07, 2021, 11:39:08 AM

Title: Uses for surplus blackout lining?
Post by: sewingj on April 07, 2021, 11:39:08 AM

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Title: Re: Uses for surplus blackout lining?
Post by: StitchinTime on April 07, 2021, 12:04:49 PM

I've used an off cut of blackout lining to make potato storage bag for the vegetable rack. It stops them going green as I don't have space in the fridge or a cupboard for a bag of potatoes.

I've also used some to make a peg bag for the washing line. Not the prettiest thing to look at, but very functional and it hasn't appeared to deteriorate due to UV (or rain!).

Title: Re: Uses for surplus blackout lining?
Post by: Renegade Sewist on April 07, 2021, 20:03:19 PM

Everyone gets a sleep mask for Christmas!   :laughing:

Title: Re: Uses for surplus blackout lining?
Post by: Lachica on April 07, 2021, 20:36:00 PM

I made covers for my sewing machine & overlocker, lined with blackout lining to keep light off the machines which would make the plastic go yellow. This reminds me that the Euphoria is waiting for it's cover.

Title: Re: Uses for surplus blackout lining?
Post by: Surest1tch on April 07, 2021, 21:59:08 PM

I've used the rubber backed stuff as extra ticking on my feather cushions to stop the feathers poking through, I've also used it as a water resist lining for some shopping bags I've made. It washes ok if you only use a 30c program and slow the spin speed down to around 200-400 rpm.