Learn to make flowers of all kinds
FABRIC ROSES ======================================== Fabric roses are made from strips of fabric, gathered and wound into a coil. Crisp fabrics such as silk, satin and organza create neatly defined roses, while softer fabrics like velvet make luxurious blooms. As a guide, the length should be about 10 times the width. For example if the width of the strip is 10 cms then the length of the strip should be 100 cms. For smaller roses you can reduce the dimensions of the strip. When gathering the strip, use strong thread or double sewing thread to prevent breaking as you pull it up. Stitching 2 or 3 crisp roses on the shoulders of a dress add a festive touch to any dress. 1. FINDING THE BIAS: Lay the fabric out flat. Then fold the selvedge up in line with the top raw edge. Like a triangle. Press along the fold and mark the fold with a pencil. 2. MARKING THE STRIPS: Use a pencil to draw the lines parallel to the first marked line. Cut along the lines. Mark 10 cms from one strip to another s...