by Janet AvilaWhile I was in Rwanda visiting Handspun Hope, I got to see how the cotton yarn is made.
Working in a yarn shop is already a lot of fun, but once in a while Janet hands me a task that truly delights my inner-child - and testing out our new natural dye kit from The Love of Colour was definitely one of those times!
Like Miss Marple, I seek to discover....
Les bijoux textiles de Tinctory sont d'une précision poétique...
Mixed Media Artist, Roxanne Evans Stout shares her work through a collage of stories. Discover more about this facinating artist.
I make new fabric out of fabric scraps, various yarns, organza, and other accessories, embroidering and stitching by machine. This fabric is used for handicrafts, pillow sewing, clothing details and accessories, to make a bag, and other creations. Every quilter encounters this problem: what to do with scraps, how to use them, how small they have to be that could be thrown away? Of all scraps are worth saving and using because of the pollution that the textile industry produces. The more scraps we use, and the more textiles we reuse and recycle, the less new fabrics are needed to be produced. The items made with this technique are alone and unique. The fabrics thus created are unitary and unique. This fabric measures 19,5in x 23,5in (50cm x 60cm). Actual colors may vary from the color on your screen due to monitor color restrictions. International customers must be responsible for any added customs or VAT fees. Ready to ship.
How to make stash-busting scrap fabric tassels. Click though for the how to...
Ariane Dalle puis l'inspiration au fil de ses voyages. Toujours en quête de vêtements, de couleurs, d'histoires et d'objets qui racontent le monde, la directrice artistique des collections Manuel Canovas et Larsen nous ouvre les portes de son univers créatif.
Antique fabrics, old lace, buttons, broderie anglaise, old linen, placemat, ribbon, surprise package for textile creations, For your chic country style textile creations, shabby chic: textile creations such as patchwork, fabric books, clutch bags, jewelery, etc ... By ordering this lot you agree to receive a SURPRISE PACK composed of similar elements but not exactly identical to the photo. Weight of the package with packaging: Approx. 200 g with packaging. Three possible versions, the batch will be composed according to the stock available (each lot is unique). In the photos, I show you several different packs composed depending on the available stock. Lot B: Blue, white, ecru, beige Old dyed linen, many pieces of vintage ecru, beige and white fabrics, blue buttons and mother-of-pearl buttons, white or unbleached lace, ribbon. www.hasbeencraft.com www.etsy.com/fr/shop/HASBEENDECO? www.etsy.com/fr/shop/HASBEENCRAFT? Follow me on instagram www.instagram.com/hasbeendeco/ www.instagram.com/hasbeencraft Follow me on facebook fr-fr.facebook.com/HasbeenDeco fr-fr.facebook.com/Hasbeencraft Follow me on pinterest fr.pinterest.com/HASBEENDECO/
My Ankara stash dates back to the 90's and is the source and the inspiration for this wonderful assortment of fabric scraps. Perfect for the mixed-media artist who would like the enhance their creations with African Textiles. Quilters and fiber artist will appreciate the opportunity to add to their own fabric stash without breaking your budget. Ideal for small projects, earrings, and bracelets.
Starting free machine embroidery can be scary prospect, even for experienced stitchers. I recall my own first experience very clearly - even after stitching on a sewing machine for years it felt completely alien. This memory will forever stay with me and I now do all I can to ensure that others first experience of free stitching is a positive one. The trick is to choose a first free stitch where inevitable first wobbly stitching is a positive and a pretty 'thread bowl' like this very much fits the bill. After using a sewing machine that controls the stitch length and direction, to find your hands in charge of both of these things is a bit like when you're first in charge of steering a car - it feels very unnatural and achieving any degree of control feels a near impossibility. The fact is, however, that just as a learning to steer a car comes with practice and confidence, so does free machine embroidery. The great thing about making thread bowls is that what might be perceived as imperfect first stitching adds to the texture - as this photo shows. The starting point is to take a piece of water soluble fabric that is double the size of a large embroidery hoop - at least 12" in diameter. I like to use 'Avalon' water soluble fabric which is easy washed away in cold water and I have for sale on my current Haberdashery List. Fold the water soluble fabric piece in half and lay on top of the hoop. Next scatter a few fibres, threads or ribbons in between the two layers - very little is needed, just something to add a bit of substance. Then trap the double layer of water soluble fabric and fibres within in the embroidery hoop - pulling as tight as you can as you tighten the screw on the side. I have bound my hoop in this example, however, this is optional. Next to stitching. To free stitch you need a darning foot and depending on your sewing machine type, the appearance can vary. I have 3 different darning feet for my Bernina and all have their uses. An open toe darning foot gives the best visibility, but the ends of the foot can get caught in the stitching. A transparent foot is gives good visibility too I find. All of the feet usually come with some sort of spring mechanism as shown at the top of each of mine. You also need to be able to drop the feed dogs on your sewing machine - the teeth on the needle plate that normally pull the fabric through as being stitched. If you don't know how to do this, refer to your instruction manual or have a look around your sewing machine for a button - it is sometimes well hidden on the back. If you find that that feeds don't drop, you may be able to purchase a 'darning plate' or use a substitute for covering the feeds up. Using the correct needle is also really important for free stitching and you need to consider the thread and fabric - see this post for advice on sewing machine needles. If you have difficulty getting the embroidery hoop under the darning foot, push the bottom of the foot up with your finger to ease the hoop under. It can help to avoid tangled stitches in free stitching by bringing up the bobbin thread to the top of the work before starting to stitch - put the needle in and out of the fabric once using the hand wheel and pull on the top thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the fabric. Hold onto both thread ends for the first half a dozen stitches and then snip the thread ends off. I then started off this bowl by stitching a few straight lines to make a bit of a grid - alternatively you can just start stitching in any old direction. More often than not I simply stitch randomly around the hoop in any style that takes my fancy. Here's a little video clip of the kind of free stitching a thread bowl in action. There really are no hard and fast rules - wavy lines, big or small loops - just do what you feel most comfortable with. The harder you press on the presser foot and the slower you move your hands, the smaller the stitches will be. Light on the presser foot and fast on the hands creates big stitches. Experiment to see the different effects. You can also use pretty much any thread you like - you just need to match the needle to the thread. Once you have reached a point that you have lots of dense stitching, you can then remove the water soluble fabric from the hoop. If you would like a very defined edge around the thread bowl, add a bit of final stitching now - either free hand of revert to a normal foot and a pattern such as a zig zag. Then trim back the water soluble fabric to within 1cm of the edge of the stitching - you might be able to salvage a piece for later use. Finally wash off the water soluble fabric under a cold tap - the Avalon fabric quickly disappears. I wash the stitching very quickly to leave a little 'gloopyness' from the product to hold the shape of the thread bowl. I then mould the stitched piece over a small bowl - glass is good so that you can easily see when you have level the moulding level. You can put a bit of cling film around the bowl first, although I usually find that any residue from the water soluble fabric usually washes away easily off glass easily enough. Finally leave your bowl to dry naturally overnight or use a hair dryer if you would like to speed up the drying. Once nice and dry, I use a small sharp knife to release the edge of the thread bowl from the glass and then it usually pops off quite easily. If you have any unwanted water soluble fabric left around the top of the bowl, just remove with damp fingers. Making thread bowls is a really fun and creative introduction to free machine embroidery and it is very motivating to make something with your first attempt that you are happy with. They are perfect for placing a small gift in or simply beautiful on their own. Do give making them a try and I would love to see photographs of finished creations.
I’m getting ready to begin upcycling some of my men’s shirt. It’s TIME! It is so easy for me to fill my bins with fabulous shirts that I buy when thrifting. I often start sketc…
This is a set of 6 beads. You may choose between several different ready to ship hole-sizes when you purchase this bead set. 2 mm hole size. The beads are 33 mm or 1.25 inch long. Large enough for beading wire only. 2 mm plus permanent loop; an eye pin permanently affixed in each bead in the set for quick project completion. 5 mm hole size. The beads are 25 mm or 1 inch long. Chopstick sized hole. 7 mm hole size. The beads are 25 mm or 1 inch long. Pencil sized hole-The most popular size for your dreads. 10 mm hole size. The beads are 25 mm or 1 inch long. 12 mm hole size. The beads are 25 mm or 1 inch long. 16 mm hole size. The beads are 25 mm or 1 inch long and slightly higher priced. FLAT HOLE 2 mm x 8 mm. Use with flat cording only. 25 mm hole size (1 inch diameter). Engineered differently for a durable core you can rely on. More expensive, yes. Long lasting, absolutely. This hole size is $6.00 PER BEAD; non-returnable, non-exchangeable, custom listings only. Yes, they are washable. The beads in the photo are made from a skein of yarn and are a strong representation of the beads you will be buying. If you want to see the exact beads you are purchasing, contact me. I'll be very happy to take more photos! S12
No importa si es recogido o suelto: Bernita Broderie puede recrear cualquier peinado con hilo.
This beautiful art yarn combines soft merino in shades of ocean, aquamarine, chocolate, rust, sepia, natural, white, and finished with sparkle provided by silver angelina fibres. The wool was blended by hand, spun as a single thick and thin, and finally coil spun on a core of mohair thread. Length = 5.8m Yarn weight: Bulky 5-7 Use it to add extra beauty to your weaving and textile art creations. Remember to knot the ends of the yarn when cutting to prevent the coils unwinding. I aim to get photos as close as possible to the true colours in the yarn, but please be aware that colours may vary from monitor to monitor. Custom lengths are also available at £2.10 per metre.
Mokuba Free Lace Tutorial by Carla Barrett The picture on the top reflects a finished scarf, however, this product can be used to create a variety of fiber projects including a purse, wearable art,…
Elevate your creations with our vibrant wool tweed fabric, a delightful blend of style and quality. This 100% wool textile boasts lively hues that breathe life into your designs. Whether you're crafting a chic jacket, a stylish skirt, or a coordinated suit ensemble, this fabric is your perfect companion. Its versatile nature ensures a seamless blend of comfort and fashion, making it an ideal choice for a variety of projects. Embrace the richness of color and the warmth of wool in your sewing endeavors. Order now and experience the joy of working with this exquisite tweed fabric.
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Nothing could be more Romantic than the English Folk tradition as it was revived at the start of the twentieth century. Much of the glory for this belongs to a single character, Cecil Sharp, for whom Cecil Sharp House was built as a memorial, library and archive, and a living home for the
Some of the things I finished / made this year include two improv quilts, a massive woven wall hanging, lots of stitching work, and all the beautiful colours from my garden and landscape
This beautiful art yarn combines soft merino in pinky shades of damask and loganberry, with mustard, seal grey and khaki finished with sparkle provided by gold Angelina fibres. The wool was blended by hand, spun as a single thick and thin, and finally coil spun on a mohair thread core. Yarn weight: Bulky 5-7 Use it to add extra beauty to your weaving and textile art creations. Remember to knot the ends of the yarn when cutting to prevent the coils unwinding. I aim to get photos as close as possible to the true colours in the yarn, but please be aware that colours may vary from monitor to monitor. Custom lengths are also available at £2.20 per metre.
Kids can learn so much when taking part in weaving activities and crafts. Keep on reading to find out how to make your own popsicle stick weaving looms! Follow our Creative Play Pinterest board! Weaving provides a wonderful opportunity for kids to discover patterns and textures and to encourage growth in fine motor skills and eye …
A lovely miniature example from artists Eugenia and Georgy of the Miniarthouse on Etsy at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Miniarthouse
Hello everyone I have something different today, we’ll different for me. Tyvec beads inspired by my friend Kim, who makes these all the time. She is a fabulous textile artist, who showed me how to make these little beauties. There are two types of bead, some plain and some with more going on. First I painted the fabric with metallic paint, blue and purple with gold splashes on the front side and gold green on the backside. I cut the beads into about 3inch strips which were also cut to a point Roll them up onto a skewer or knitting needle and pin in place and then using your heat gun melt the fabric. To add more texture make tiny cuts on the two outside edges forming a fringe. As this melts it make fabulous texture along the length of the bead. You can make them as large or as tiny a you like. I love these little gems and cannot wait to make more. I will use them in my art, craft projects and jewellery, how versatile is that? Take care Hugs
gorgeous shiny silk on teeny reels.
I make new fabric out of fabric scraps, various yarns, organza, and other accessories, embroidering and stitching by machine. This fabric is used for handicrafts, pillow sewing, clothing details and accessories, to make a bag, and other creations. Every quilter encounters this problem: what to do with scraps, how to use them, how small they have to be that could be thrown away? Of all scraps are worth saving and using because of the pollution that the textile industry produces. The more scraps we use, and the more textiles we reuse and recycle, the less new fabrics are needed to be produced. The items made with this technique are alone and unique. The fabrics thus created are unitary and unique. This fabric measures26in x 19in (66cm x 49cm). Actual colors may vary from the color on your screen due to monitor color restrictions. International customers must be responsible for any added customs or VAT fees. Ready to ship.
Let’s talk about the time when embroidery and textile art met... they formed a unique pairing of modern, chic design using traditional methods. Author Nichole Vogelsinger introduced these two mediums to each other, creating an entirely new way to play with needle, thread and fabric. You’ll be amazed by the colorful, chic art you create both on and off the hoop.Bend the Rules.UNLEASH YOUR LOVE FOR COLOR & TEXTUREEmbroidery and textile art meet with Nichole Vogelsinger’s colorful, bold Boho Embroidery style. The colors and textures that Nichole packs into her stunning textile art creations will inspire you to expand your creativity. The small size of these projects takes the intimidation out of experimenting with patterns and stitch combinations.Nichole teaches you how to create 16 embroidery stitches. Then she sets you free to wander down your own creative path using her patterns and projects for guidance. Learn how to create simple hoops that feature just a single design, then move onto collage hoops with multiple elements. From there you can expand outside the hoop to wearable accessories and embellishments.Throughout the book you’ll be inspired to find your muse through thrift store finds such as retro tablecloths and feed sacks, and in more typical places like on novelty fabric and in nature. The world becomes a celebration that you can capture with just bits of fabric, and without being confined to four walls. Grab a hoop, break out all of your favorite fabrics and threads, and explore your boho side!
This beautiful art yarn combines soft merino in shades of hyacinth, fuscia, aubergine, cream, sandstone, natural, lichen and finished with sparkle provided by gold angelina fibres. The wool was blended by hand, spun as a single thick and thin, and finally coil spun on a core of mohair thread. Yarn weight: Bulky 5-7 Use it to add extra beauty to your weaving and textile art creations. Remember to knot the ends of the yarn when cutting to prevent the coils unwinding. I aim to get photos as close as possible to the true colours in the yarn, but please be aware that colours may vary from monitor to monitor. Custom lengths are also available at £2.20 per metre.
I did a quick trip to New York this week end to look for various supplies and my favorite stop was Habu Textiles. If, like me, you have a weak spot for yarn and thread, netting, natural fibers, and stitching then Habu is the place..
My latest designs are a combination of my first love jewelry and my new love making art and I love wearing my art work!
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