Silk is already available in very pretty, vibrant colors. But sometimes you have to do your own thing, right? I have this pretty silk in white. So why not dye it to a pretty shade of purple or violet, as the label says on my dye packet? Fabric is one of the most important predictors … Read more
Have you seen all those posts on instagram with silhouette embroidery? I was wondering how that was done and tried it on my fabric. It looked simple enough. I managed to get to it like an elephant in a sugarcane field…..but I am happy with the end result. Silhouette embroidery involves creating embroidered designs that … Read more
Heat transfer vinyl (HTV) can be used to print designs on your clothing, t-shirts, denim, dresses, whatever. And that is what I did. Vinyl printing basics There are two types of vinyl printing – The printing you see as signage and the second one you do on garments. The signage is printed using special inks … Read more
Designing a fabric of my own – that is a dream come true. My home inkjet printer seems the easiest and viable option for me to print the designs I have conceptualized onto fabric. But there are specific steps, materials, and settings required to successfully print your designs onto fabric using an inkjet printer. Can … Read more
If you are interested in simple bead work designs that are suitable for borders, you will find them here. Given below are some of the most simple to make border stitches with beads. I am all for simple. But that doesnot make them any less beautiful. Beads are stunning embellishments, anyway you stitch them, so … Read more
If Satin does not look so good on clothes, I will not embroider on it. To be frank, it is a hassle, unless you are very careful. Satin is one of the most elegant fabrics. It has a subtle shine, soft texture, and good drape. Everything needed for a good dressmaking fabric. I am talking about the … Read more