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