Hi jgal thanks for the elastic tips! Will try it out next time I drag the sewing out.
Maxilock swirls is cotton. I got it from theweewuns as well as from a co-op or 2. I can make some enquiries with the lovely ladies that did the co-ops as they may have more...or they might see this post

Your blog link isn't working for me either so I can't see your handiwork!