num_pages: 128
description: Create gorgeous one-of-a-kind handmade fabrics and transform them into fun and useful projects with this guide to distinctive cloth-making techniques. This innovative how-to resource uses classic and modern techniques to create interesting custom fabrics that are used in a dazzling array of fresh stylish yet practical must-have items for one's wardrobe or home. From laptop cases to evening bags elegant wraps to flirty skirts floor pillows to whimsical curtains this tutorial uses a variety of easy fiber-art and fabric-manipulation techniques to create original fabric projects from wearable designs and touching gifts to home decor. In addition to the cloth-making techniques there are 17 projects that show what can be made with each unique fabric. Additional instruction is included to create unique effects with pleats and crinkles; puckers and tufts; cut-and-fray fabric techniques; laminates that add colorful versatile and playful layers; surface embellishment techniques like cording applique and crazy stitch; heat-treated techniques like burn-out burn-away and fabric etching; fabrics designed with solvy and repeating notions like rickrack hooks and eyes and zippers--leading to many endless possibilities.
language: English
title: Fabricate
publisher: Interweave