I love surface design. I also prefer my tools and designs to perform multiple duties. So I tend to find several uses for many of the items I have around. I enjoy using different forms of applications for embroidery designs.
I added beads to further embellish this paisley motif. It is from a set of paisley motif designs found here
I I printed the design directly onto the fabric using freezer paper as a stabilizer. This design can be found in my etsy store here.
I used acrylic paint with fabric medium to paint the design onto the chambray. I’ll be using it for a pocket on a bag.
This is The Nina Bag. Here I also used acrylic paint with a fabric medium to complete this design. The downloadable PDF pattern with free embroidery design is available here.
Since the fabric was dark, I was unable to print the design directly onto the fabric. Instead I used dressmaker’s carbon and pencil to transfer the design. It’s better to outline or cut the pattern piece before doing the transfer. This helps to easily centre the design.
I like to use an embroidery hoop when painting smaller designs onto fabric.
Now I can continue to sew and complete the rest of my project.