We Simplify Crafting
We Simplify Crafting
I took a quilting class a few years ago and learn t one way to baste a quilt.I have since discovered some other ways and decided to try them all.It is a good idea to make a small quilt first. Avoid stripes and plaids as the backing for your first quilt.It can be a mission …
Another great way to use up your scraps of fabric creatively, is by doing some applique.This is one of many techniques of doing machine applique.It is basic applique using only one piece of fabric.It is best to use a simple line drawing to begin with. Materials Required:Picture to appliqueiron on interfacing or stabilizer Trace the …
A Flat Felled Seam, like French Seam is a strong seam and is usually found on denim jeans.It is really easy to do.You will need to determine the seam allowance and make the necessary adjustments.Practice on scraps of fabric first. With wrong sides facing, sew the seams. Cut away half of the seam allowance …
In the past, I’ve made stencils from many different materials including paper,card-stock, recycled plastic bags and x ray plates. Also tried different ways to hold down the stencil to prevent smudging or bleeding. Adhesive spray seemed to work very well but had to be used in a well ventilated are and then removing the glue …
Here is an example of how I used an design from my coloring book to paint on a canvas bag. You can find the coloring book at my store gunksdesigns.etsy.com or gunksdesigns.artfire.com Enlarge or reduce the design.Mark the centre of the bag and the centre of the bag. Line them up. Transfer the design onto …