Product Description
Create the enormously popular look and luxurious feel of chenille in just five fun steps! Discover all-new Faux Chenille techniques, such as incorporating ribbons, trims, and fabric scraps to create one-of-a-kind chenille fabrics. Learn to make raw fabric edges--even cotton--"bloom" into soft, beautiful fabric that's irresistible to touch. A magical world of color and texture awaits in:
· Nine step-by-step Faux Chenille projects, including wall quilts, pillows, rugs, handbags, and wearables
· Directions for making Faux Chenille in five simple steps--just layer, stitch, slash, wash, and dry
· Techniques for strip weaving, dyeing, and appliquéing cottons, muslin, and pre-quilted fabrics for unique textural effects
Also see Nannette's first book, Variations in Chenille.
About the Author
Nannette Holmberg has been designing custom clothing and designer fashions for more than 25 years. In addition to teaching workshops throughout the country, Nannette is a designer for McCall's Pattern Company. Her first book, Variations in Chenille, is also published by Martingale & Company/That Patchwork Place.