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From: scjoan
Date: 05-13-2004, 07:29 AM (1 of 6)
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A while back I purchased 4 yards of Chinese Brocade. I don't remember why, but I can not think of a thing to do with it, other then making a purse. Can anyone give me ideas for other things to do with it besides a purse or give it away. Thanks |
User: scjoan
Member since: 05-13-2004 Total posts: 2 
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From: DorothyL
Date: 05-13-2004, 07:38 AM (2 of 6)
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The newest issue of Threads has a good article on Chinese brocade with lots of ideas and information about working with it and about preparation and care. I just finished a kimono style jacket out of one of the fabrics shown in the article which makes me disagree, to some extent, that it is best only for close fitted garments. Dorothy |
User: DorothyL
Member since: 12-09-2002 Total posts: 3883 |
From: MaryW
Date: 05-13-2004, 07:48 AM (3 of 6)
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I should think it would be beautiful for a bathrobe, or a longer jacket.
MaryW
owner/editor of Sew Whats New |
User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005 Total posts: 2542 
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From: Dede
Date: 05-13-2004, 08:00 AM (4 of 6)
That's an awful lot of purses with 4 yards  just kidding. I've been looking at chinese brocade for a while and plan on making a vest for the summer. A matching skirt would be too much but I can match it with plain fabric and maybe get a nice pair of shoes to go with it
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User: Dede
Member since: 03-23-2001 Total posts: 469 |
From: SchätzliDesigns
Date: 05-14-2004, 02:25 PM (5 of 6)
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I adore the brocades satins of China! I have made several items, with Kamonoes for my doll designs, and some awesome pillow cases to decorate a bedroom. I have also covered several pillow forms for my livingroom. You will love sewing on it. Warmly, Debi ***See Our New Picture Trail web site!***
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User: SchätzliDesigns
Member since: 04-20-2004 Total posts: 5 
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From: neefer
Date: 05-14-2004, 04:02 PM (6 of 6)
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I think jeans style jackets look so cool in fancy fabrics including brocades. That and a vest will consume the 4 yards.
Jennifer in Livermore
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User: neefer
Member since: 03-29-2004 Total posts: 29 |
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