I used a variety of techniques to create the projects in this book. As you’ll see, I’ve provided short Keeping It Real Sewing sections along the way to give you step-by-step guidance in these techniques.
Collage can be used in so many different contexts. In this book it’s on a pillow, a wallhanging, and a tunic. But you can collage almost anything. Try it on the edges of a quilt instead of binding or use it as decoration on a handbag. It is truly versatile.
With the ruffle how-to in this book, you are set to put a ruffle on anything you choose. Put one on a lampshade or add one to a skirt.
The techniques you learn here can be applied to projects in other books and patterns. Knowing these gives you an arsenal to work with in creative ways.
Here is a sneak peek at what you’ll find.
Crazy quilting (page 88)
Top: Fabric collage with free-motion quilting (page 63)
Foolproof ruffles (page 114) and mitered borders (page 115)
Hand embroidery (page 101) Binding (page 81)
Freezer paper appliqué (page 124)
