December
2005
Seasonal
Madness to Seasonal Gladness
If
you missed Walton EMC's annual holiday programs, here's a popular
idea Gloria Berry shared with guests: a velvet shawl, throw or tablecloth.
“Velvet
in a rich, jewel-like shade is perfect for an elegant accessory,”
Berry says. “Perhaps you could make a shawl or a throw for your
sofa or a tablecloth. The innovative and remarkable technique of
embossing the velvet using rubber stamps makes a truly stunning
piece.”
Materials
Rayon
or polyester velvet – choose dimensions to suit your project
Large
rubber stamps
Iron
Ironing
board
Sewing
thread to match the velvet
Needle
Step
One
Select
two or three large rubber stamps in festive and complementary designs.
Determine the dimensions of fabric needed according to its future
use—shawl, throw or tablecloth. Now select the fabric color.
Note:
Velvet tends to be more expensive than other fabrics. Watch for
sales or use a coupon for a better deal.
Step
Two
Decide
on the approximate position of each stamp. Make a sketch or mark
on the back of the velvet with a piece of chalk if necessary. Keep
the pattern random, alternating the motifs and placing them at different
angles.
Note:
This example features only one stamp to pattern the design around
the edges of the tablecloth.
Step
Three
Invert
the stamp on the ironing board. Place the velvet over the rubber
stamp, nap side down , where you want the image
to appear.
Step
Four
Take
a hot, dry iron and firmly press down on the back of the velvet
over the rubber stamp. Hold for 5 to 8 seconds. Use the heel of
the iron and avoid the steam holes (they can also leave impressions
on the velvet). Repeat this process with all the rubber stamps until
you've completed your design.
Step
Five
Roll
in the edges of the velvet to the wrong sides and blind hemstitch
in place using the matching sewing thread.
Step
Six – Optional
Fold
the finished product and tie a bow using festive ribbon. What a
great way to say happy holidays by giving a handmade gift!
Pick
up your copy of Gloria's 2005 holiday program booklet titled Let's
Go From Seasonal Madness to Seasonal Gladness today at one
of Walton EMC's business offices (while supplies last).
Watch
for dates in the Realite or online for next year's holiday
programs.
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