I hate stabilisers. Can I get a good result without using them?

Edit to add: I am hand embroidering clothing only.

I'm guessing the answer will be 'no unless you don't care about your work being wonky' lol. Maybe I just haven't tried enough stabilisers.

I tried an iron-on, wash-away stabiliser. It barely adhered properly, and it peeled off so easily around my hoop. If I'm using a small hoop and it gets warped each time I move the hoop, am I supposed to just peel it off and start again each time?

I must confess I am an impatient beginner and have just been figuring it out as I go. Please tell me what I'm doing wrong 😅

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u/snekks_inmaboot — 19 hours ago

*SPOILER* Controversial opinion about Chen

I do still like Lucy's character, and I think she adds a strong, feminine, and empathetic perspective to the show. But in the later seasons, I find her behaviour toward Bradford rubbing me the wrong way. To me she comes across as seeing herself as superior to Tim, even condescending at times. She sometimes talks down to him and acts kind of controlling, especially around his relationship with his mom. I think they still have a good dynamic, and I like that she brings out his tender side. But it feels a little unrealistic that her pushing him to open up would actually work with a man like Bradford.

Would love to hear your opinions

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u/snekks_inmaboot — 1 day ago