Friday, February 26, 2016

Colour It Fuse It! - II

Let's get on with some fun stuff now! I showed you how to paint on the fusible web and interfacing.Here's some pictures of some other painted items:

This is one where I chose some colours based on the background fabrics.

Here's one where I painted the flowers onto the fusible. You can see in the quilt below that the transparency of the web adds interest to the quilt.


I also added fancy threads when I was fusing the painted web to the quilt. The stitching helps to keep the threads in place.


 Just to show how I placed the threads over and under the fusible before pressing them in place.

This one has lots of beads added, after the quilting.

Here's a couple of ideas for adding interest to your work as well, these work best on interfacing or stabilizer.

I've added some gold foil, stamping, and Thermofax printing!

Now here's a project that is quick and fun for you:
Gather up some of the pieces you've painted and cut them into strips. Add a few coordinating fabric strips as well.
Lay the strips over  a piece of fusible stabilizer (fusible side up) and weave the strips in and out. Pin the ends down and press the strips in place. Remember to use an applique pressing sheet or parchment paper.
Having the stabilizer underneath means that it will hold onto all the pieces!
Remove the pins and lay over a matching piece of fabric.
Stitch over top of the weaving to catch all the edges. I prefer a diagonal grid pattern, but you can choose any design you like.
Trim all the outside edges and zig zag stitch 2-3 times in a contrasting threads around all edges.

Fold over the edges to make an envelope, as shown in the photo, and stitch once more to secure.

Add a nice button and fancy thread to close the envelope.

Cute, isn't it! Easy too!
So here's the fun part, if you like these techniques I've shown you, why not leave a comment below and be part of the draw for my NEW DVD from Quilting Arts? On February 29th I'll draw a winner!
Be part of the fun and try out some of the great new ideas that I present! There's lots to choose from!

Now, if you're not a winner, there's another way to get your very own copy! You can go here and order one from Quilting Arts Store: http://www.interweavestore.com/fabric-embellishment-with-color-surface-design-and-more-dvd

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29 comments:

  1. Love the idea of using fusible web that can be painted and embellished! The finished envelope is wonderful and the button is perfect! Susan, your work is always so creative and inspirational.

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  2. Would love to add this to my dyeing repertoire!
    Barb McCaffrey

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  3. Love painting on interfacing. I have not done it in a long time but this inspries me to do it again!

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  4. Thanks for sharing all your lovely samples, Susan. Always inspirational.

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  5. I would love to learn to embelish and play with fabrics more effectively and I am sure your expertise would come in handy :-)!!

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  6. Love painting on just about anything...I will add this to my media! The envelope is adorable!

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  7. I would love to receive your new DVD! I have the first one and have enjoyed it immensely. Leanne

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  8. So many great ways to add fun to what we make. Thanks!

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  9. I'm always up for new ideas....would love to see it.

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  10. Great info. I've got to make an envelope for all my tax receipts and business papers. Maybe I'll enjoy the bookwork end of things more!

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  11. Love the weaving idea for combining painted and printed fabrics. Gotta do it!

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  12. thank you, this project is on my to do list - think i'll move it up to the top!!

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  13. Thank you for sharing a month of fun ideas for paint and fabric embellishment. A couple of friends and I get together twice a month to play with new techniques and products for embellishing fabric. We will be exploring the weaving technique next week. It is a great idea.

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  14. Swell ideas. Inspiring images. Great work.

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  16. I would LOVE to win a copy of your DVD!

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  17. Who knew you could have so much fun with fusible!
    Wonderful : )

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  18. Very interesting! I'd like to try those ideas!

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  19. This will open up a whole new realm of creativity. Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us.

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  20. I like the weaving with the big prints and texture, your book looks like lots of fun. amysetcetera.blogspot.com

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  21. I love this simple bag idea. I want to try all the ideas.

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  22. I love this simple bag idea. I want to try all the ideas.

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  23. The colorful fusible interests me.

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  24. Love this Susan... such a great little spring project! You have many devoted followers who are getting into spring with all of the amazing fabrics you create as inspiration! Bethany

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  25. Oh boy - looks like too much fun! But I'd be willing to try.

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