Decorating+Fabrics

Applique
Cut out shapes using a template || Cut off loose thread. Press with iron ||
 * The cutting out of shapes from one fabric and then sewing it on to another background fabric. Applying/applique, fabric to fabric.
 * The cut out fabric is usually backed with bondaweb or interfacing (vilene) to stick it in place and strengthen it, prevent stretching and fraying.
 * A close machine zigzag stitch (satin stitch) is usually used to sew the shape to the background. You can use other stitches and hand embroidery to sew the fabric on depending on the effect you want to create.
 * Adds texture and interest to a product.
 * Strengthens and reinforces the fabric.
 * Can be padded to raise surface even more.[[image:applique.jpeg width="160" height="119" align="right"]]
 * ** Stage ** || ** Process ** ||
 * Preparation || Apply bondaweb/interfacing to fabric to be cut out.
 * Applying || Pin, tack or iron into position on base fabric ||
 * Sewing || Sew around edge with satin stitch (zigzag) ||
 * Finishing || Take out pins / tacking thread

Video of how to do applique with a sewing machine. = = =Molar (Reverse Applique)=
 * Several pieces of fabric are placed on top of each other in layers.
 * A design is sewn onto all the fabrics
 * Sections of the design are cut out to reveal fabric in the different layers.
 * Adds texture
 * Good for bold designs

=Resist Techniques=

Tie Dye
Fold or scrunch up fabric. Tie with string/elastic bands || Rinse out excess dye. Dry Take off string Press with iron ||
 * Traditional techniq[[image:tie_dye.jpeg width="161" height="159" align="right"]]ue
 * Fabric is folded and tied with string or elastic bands to stop dye getting to the fabric.
 * Used on Natural fabrics
 * Can add buttons or pebbles to create interesting effects.
 * ** Stage ** || ** Process ** ||
 * Preparation of fabric || Wash any finish out of cotton fabric so that dye can penetrate the fabric.
 * Preparation of Dye || Mix up dye with salt and fix. ||
 * Applying || Place in dye and leave for at least 1 hour ||
 * Finishing || Remove from dye.

[|Clip of how to tie dye a T shirt]

Batik
Apply dye to fabric by painting or dipping. When dye is dry apply the next layer of wax onto next colour. Repeat stages to build up pattern. || Or Scratch away wax and apply dye. || [|Small scale batik] [|Commercial bati]k
 * Traditional technique using natural fabrics.
 * Resist dyeing where the wax stops the dye reaching the fabric.
 * Hot wax applied with a paint brush, Tjangting or stamp to create a design.[[image:batik.jpeg align="right"]]
 * Colour layered to produce the design.
 * Wax removed by ironing between newspaper or putting the fabric in boiling water.
 * ** Stage ** || ** Process ** ||
 * Preparation of fabric || Wash any finish out of cotton fabric so that dye can penetrate the fabric. ||
 * Preparation of Dye || Mix up dye with salt and fix. ||
 * Applying || Apply wax onto design where you want to keep the colour.
 * Special effects || Scrunch up fabric and crack the wax. Apply dye to the cracks.
 * Finishing || Melt wax off the fabric by placing fabric between wallpaper and ironing. ||

Other decoration techniques

Fabric Printing

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