- 1). Cut out oil cloth using scissors, much as you would most any other cloth. . Use regular scissors if you want to cut a straight edge, or pinking shears if you want a decorative edge that will not fray.
- 2). Fold the edges under if you want to make a hem, but you do not need to fold under twice to hide raw edges or prevent fraying as with regular fabric. Use a size-16 needle and a longer stitch length to prevent perforations and tearing.
- 3). Eliminate any trouble with the presser foot of a sewing machine by sewing on the back of the fabric, inserting paper in between the presser foot and the front of the oil cloth or by using a rolling presser foot that will not stick to the oiled side of the fabric.
- 4). Glue pieces of oil cloth together using a strong craft glue. Refrain from using a high temperature glue gun as the heat may melt some of the coating, although a low temperature glue gun might work just find. Test your project first.
- 5). Make a variety of crafts using the oil cloth, such as lunch bags, totes, baby bibs, set covers, tablecloths and book covers. Wipe off any spills that may occur using a damp cloth.
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