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Re: Fosshape Tools and Techniques
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Ann Frisina <[log in to unmask]>
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Textile Conservators <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Fri, 25 Apr 2014 09:48:26 -0500
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I sometimes use a hair dry for a more focused direct stream of heat.  Has
anyone tried to form Fosshape around a mannequin foot?  I have been
thinking it could be a good support for moccasins.

Ann Frisina
Textile Conservator
Minnesota Historical Society
345 Kellogg Blvd. W.
St. Paul, MN 55413
651 259-3385

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On Fri, Apr 25, 2014 at 9:36 AM, Laura Mina <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Hello:
>
> At the Philadelphia Museum of Art we have used Fosshape for many projects,
> and have found that different steam and heat tools produce different
> results. We typically use the regular head of a Jiffy steamer to set
> Fosshape.
>
> What tools and techniques do others use?
>
> Many thanks,
> Laura Mina
>

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