Passementerie - Elizabeth Ashdown nani iro comfy and unique

comfy and unique

cochineal (dactylopius coccus)

Essay about Clothing and Identity by Carolyn Denham

Learn to sew beautiful

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Passementerie - Elizabeth Ashdown nani iro comfy and uniqueIn this hands on introduction to one of the rarest of textile crafts, artist and designer Ashdownone of the few remaining expertsshares its centuries old methods and how to apply them to make contemporary ornamental trimmings. 11 guided projects for home and wardrobe, from Chanel style jacket fringe to braided edging for a window blind For beginner and intermediate weavers; requires only a simple frame loom, like those commonly sold by craft retailers