Module 1 Chapter 12 Towards An Embroidered Item

 I used the hollow outline design method.

Stage 1 - Choose background

I use pearlised taffeta as a background fabric and bonded it on to vilene.

Stage 2 - Colour background

I used transfer dyes to colour the background fabric. (12.1)

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Stage 3 - Add detail and pattern with stitching

To decorate the background fabric I added machine stitching (12.2)  and used reverse applique with organza. (12.3 and 12.4)

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Stage 4 - Cut into separate shapes

Shapes were drawn on to the back of the fabric and the lines were machine stitched (12.5.) The shapes were then cut out. (12.6)

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Stage 5 - Arrangement of shapes into compositions

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