Based on simple methods and using basic materials, these projects for making clothes and accessories from leftover pieces of fabric and craft materials, such as leather and raffia, and machine-stitching them to water-soluble fabric are suitable for crafters of all skill levels. With a wide variety of colors and styles suitable for casual and evening wear, the 20 projects include scarves, bags, tops, and belts while the deceptively simple techniques can be followed to update any article of clothing by adding new embellishments and flourishes. A comprehensive lesson on patchwork sewing, this guide includes ideas for creating individually designed pieces, step-by-step instructions, detailed information about materials and equipment used, and a tutorial of basic techniques.

Based on simple methods and using basic materials, these projects for making clothes and accessories from leftover pieces of fabric and craft materials, such as leather and raffia, and machine-stitching them to water-soluble fabric are suitable for crafters of all skill levels. With a wide variety of colors and styles suitable for casual and evening wear, the 20 projects include scarves, bags, tops, and belts while the deceptively simple techniques can be followed to update any article of clothing by adding new embellishments and flourishes. A comprehensive lesson on patchwork sewing, this guide includes ideas for creating individually designed pieces, step-by-step instructions, detailed information about materials and equipment used, and a tutorial of basic techniques.