The capelet I'm making calls for millinery wire to support the Elvis collar. I'd prefer not to purchase a 20 yd roll, tyvm. Does anyone have any suggestions for substitutions?
you might be able to find smaller amounts of "craft wire" at a craft store?
Taffy!!
Before i found out about Millinery wire, I would use a double strand of 18 gauge jewelry wire, which works pretty well and comes in a small roll. You will need wire cutters. I have a pair that stays in my sewing box at all times for all the hats I make.
I wondered about craft wire. Do the wires need to be wrapped w/floral tape or anything? Thanks!
I would just wrap a little strip of tape around the exposed edges and whip stitch into place. Though a Millinery wire would work just as well for future needs.
Which reminds me, I need to order a couple of rolls. More hats to make.