Matthew Hernandez (u/matthewhernandez)

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c/historical-garment-sewing•

matthewhernandez•1mo ago

Glue instead of stitching is a mistake for historical clothes.

I see it all the time with Elizabethan ruffs. They fall apart and look fake. Learn to hand sew properly.

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c/glassblowers•

matthewhernandez•1mo ago

My torch and I have come a long way together

Early on, I was basically fighting my torch every time. Now, we're on good terms, mostly. Finished a project today without any flame drama. It's nice to see some progress after all these years. Who knew not burning myself would be a win?

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