DECEMBER 2019
PROJECT 118
Choosing the correct fabrics will make the designs pop!
CHOOSING FABRICS
For this collection, we selected interesting and textured
linens as a base fabric for each animal. Selecting textured
fabrics adds extra dimension to an otherwise flat design,
with the added bonus of mimicking scales or multi-color
fur without the hassle of specialty fabric. The shiny silk and
satin appliqué accents are an excellent way to add some
contrast to each design.
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For thread colors, we tried to stay true to each animal's
natural fur, feather, or scale colors. Matching the threads
to the base fabric and appliqué is a great start, but slightly
changing the shade of the thread for the finer details
brings out the beautiful stitches. Whether you decide
to use satin or cotton, these little guys are sure to be a
crowd-pleaser.