Potato printing brings out the kid in me – I love stamping away to glory with those super cute potato stamps. Reminds me of the time I used to do this a lot. But there is a difference between then and now. Here my canvas is fabric, not the easily disposable paper I used to … Read more
Pretty bows bring on a special degree of cuteness to dresses – it does not matter where it is placed – back, front or the sides. These bows can be added to any dress very easily with a sash. Even those exquisite wedding dresses you see in the wedding magazines features these perfect sashes tied into … Read more
Have you seen those embroidered ethnic bags with all-over embroidery? I had wanted to make one for a long time and was looking out for ways to do embroidery on the fabric. I meant to make this kind of bag- which is when I discovered these background stitches. I decided to do one of these … Read more
When embroidery meets your garment, a beauty is born. What if you could place your embroidery wherever you want – even on already stitched (sewn or readymade) clothing. No more ripping open the seams or wishing you had thought to embroider before the dress was sewn or other regrets Yes, this is possible. With embroidered … Read more
Which is the best paint for stamping on fabric? The two best paints for stamping are water-based acrylic fabric paint and screen printing ink. Screen printing inks maybe oil based and hence should be treated differently from water-based fabric paints. Oil-based inks are richer and more vivid in color effects. Using ready made stamp pads … Read more
Local craft and stationery stores carry different types of stamps – in all shapes and sizes. You just need some liquid fabric paint and an ink pad to stamp and create beautifully patterned fabric. Then why make your own stamps? Because like everything in life you crave for more variety in your designs. When you … Read more