Applique FunWhen speaking of a way to use scraps I always mention applique. The usual way to think about scraps and applique is with cotton novelty fabrics.
Novelty fabrics happen to be a specialty here at J&O Fabrics.
All you need to do is use the design from the novelty fabric, say a dog or cat, for example and cut the design out with a pinking shears if you have them. Use some
Heat N Bond Iron-On Adhesive using manufacturers suggestions. Once the piece or pieces have been ironed on you just need to choose your stitch of choice to hide the fabric edges.
Preppy Kittens FabricI usually set my machine for a dense satin stitch but, you can use any decorative stitch from your machine or embroider by hand if you prefer.
Lilac BroadclothIf you are using a solid scrap or a scrap that offers no clear delineated pattern or motif just create a shape of your own. Cut the scrap into any shape you like: a star, heart, animal or something geometric. If you feel uneasy about drawing something use a stencil to outline the design or find a simple coloring book outline to trace. Simply repeat the process to make your applique. Use your applique the same way you would use a purchased patch. Add it to a ready made garment to add new life to it, or use as an embellishment to add an even more personal touch to something you've created from scratch.
- Purchase some magnet sheets from the craft store and glue the fabric pieces to them, use them as refrigerator magnets or learning tools for your little one at home.
- Applique letters out of scrap fabric and place it on a tote or school book cover to add a personal touch.
- Have a favorite Tee-shirt with a stain you can't remove? Iron a few appliques over the stain or stains and give it a new life. Have fun reinventing!
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J & O Fabrics Trims by Definition
J & O Fabrics wants your next project to be spectacular, whether it's redecorating your home or working on a craft project. In our attempts to help you we like to pass on as much information as we can to help make your decision easier.
Trims can add so much more too any room’s décor and design and they are very versatile. What was traditionally applied to curtains, upholstery and other soft furnishings doesn’t necessarily apply to today’s rules. Now you can use trims to embellish craft projects, picture frames or even use on a wall. But what can be difficult is to know what each type of trim is. We hope the information supplied below offers some insight to that area.
Brush Fringe: A brush fringe is a cut fringe that has a flat skirt made of thin yarns. The heading of a brush fringe can vary from plain to a most elaborate gimp.
Bullion Fringe: A bullion fringe is a fringe made of plain or crepe cords rather than yarns. The heading can be plain or decorative. Bullion fringe is a heavy fringing traditionally used for sofa skirts, but the more delicate bullion fringes can be applied to curtains, throws and cushions and come in a wide variety of lengths.
Cord: A cord is plied yarn that has been twisted together. It is often used as an edging on pelmets and leading edges of curtains. Cording can also be attached to swag tassels to embellish curtain treatments.
Flanged Cord: Also known as lipped cording is plied yarn that has been twisted together with a tape (fabric edge) and is designed to be set into seams of sofa cushions and soft furnishings.
Gimp or Gimp Braid: A gimp is a flat, narrow, woven textile made in many styles. One or both edges of a gimp can be plain or cut, or have scalloped loops. Traditionally used on upholstery usually antique or reproduction, but can also be used on soft furnishings or as a wall braid. They add interest to curtains and blinds when sewn onto the edges, hems and valances.
Fringe or Tassel Fringe: Fridge is an edging with hanging tassels or threads used as decorations. A tassel trim is a plain or decorative gimp with attached tassels. They add finishing touches to curtains and throws and come in various lengths and widths of tassels.
Tiebacks: Tiebacks are cords or tassels which hold back curtains for a finished look. There are various types to choose from such as single and double tiebacks along with tiebacks that are beaded.
Key Tassels: are tassels that come individually and have a small loop at their top for attaching. They are often used in various ways on corners of cushions, valances, pelmets or to simply attach to a key on a door or piece of furniture.
Chair Ties: A chair tie is a cord with a tassel attached to each end. Chair ties are designed to be attached to a chair to make a decorative statement. They can also be sewn to two corners of a chair pad and then attached to the chair’s back support. So check out all our
Trims, Tassles and Cords at
jofabrics.com.
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