Shibori is a Japanese resist dyeing technique of manually binding, stitching, folding, or clamping the fabric to produce desired patterns. The final result is a variety of beautiful patterns on fabric. It consists of many techniques for dyeing fabrics cheaply in different patterns. Different Shibori techniques Nui Shibori Nui Shibori involves stitching and dyeing. A … Read more
Embroidery done on sheer fabric looks exquisite. But sewing clothes with the same sheer fabric may not always be practical or a suitable look. A way out is to use these sheer fabric pieces as applique on your garment. Most of the sheer embroidery is done on organza, net and tulle. Sheer appliques are embroidered … Read more
This is a tutorial to weave beads into a double strand completely joined together. This chain can be used as purse handles, embellishments for clothes and other accessories, making necklaces, bracelets, etc. Supplies needed for making this chain – You can use any type of round beads for making this type of chain, but they … Read more
Beads can amp up the dullest of things. And on old clothes, they can truly transform. You can add beads to the edges of the neckline to change the complete look of it. Here are some very easy ways to make a beaded neckline edge. You can sew beads on all kinds of necklines and … Read more
In Japan, Arashi (pronounced AA -Raa-SHiy) means storm. It is also interpreted as wind-driven rain – the type of rain that falls sideways when there is a storm. Arashi shibori is a resist-dyeing technique in the tradition of bomaki (pole wrap) shibori, which produces diagonal stripes that look like rain on the fabric. It is … Read more
Sublimation and screen printing are two of the most popular methods for printing on fabric. With the increasing popularity of printing beautiful designs on t-shirts, these two methods have gained immense popularity. Depending on your application, both techniques produce visually appealing results with many advantages particular to each method. But it is very easy to … Read more