Wednesday, April 21, 2010
4/21/10 Embellishments
Adding beads, buttons, flowers, trims and other items to clothing can make a garment look new and fresh as well as allowing you to show your creativity. Floral fabrics are widely being used this Spring and I don't know about you, but I love making skirts and dresses out of them. Try outlining an area of flowers with some clear iridescent sequins to give your garment some sparkle. You don't have to sew them on by hand, they can be glued. I find that Sobo glue, sold in fabric and craft stores, works best because it is not sticky and it dries clear. Also, clear sequins come in a large variety of sizes and shapes and can also be used to cover up stains on your favorite blouse. They add just enough shine to camouflage the stain allowing you to wear it several more times. :)
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Totally. Don't forget about that prom dress you made which you added little butterflies to! So adorable.
ReplyDeleteThat was so pretty. Details are so important on a garment.
ReplyDeleteWhat about that gorgeous mother-of-the bride dress you made for me. Talk about details! It was the most elegant dress I have ever had. Maybe you could shorten it for me and I could wear it again.
ReplyDeleteI have a question - when you take measurements, do you measure the hips 6" or 8" from the waist?
The standard distance from the waist to the full hip is 9" for Misses' and Womens' sizes, and 7" for Misses' Petites.
ReplyDeleteActually, that would be a beautiful dress to wear to weddings. But, I wouldn't make it too short. We can talk more about it when I see you.
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Boy, I was way off with those measurements!!!
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