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Botanically Correct & Video

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by Sara Snuggerud in Sewing Tips

We tried something new for the July 2011 Sewtopia Sewing Club…we offered a first time ever hands-on project! What a blast. This fall leaf bleached shadow applique wall hanging was a great project to go as a group. We even offered pre-cut laser cut leaves and prepared fabric kits for $24.95 or you could bring your own leaves and fabric. We supplied everything else.

Years ago I fell in love with the amazing dimensional technique of bleaching black batik fabric and then offsetting appliques to create the look of shadows. Originally featured in the book Casting Shadows by Colleen Wise, her beautiful “Botanically Correct” fall leaves wall hanging directions are now on HGTV’s website for all to enjoy.

Pre-cut kits are available for $24.95. Kits include pre-washed black batik fabric for front and back and binding, pre-cut freezer paper, pre-cut and pre-fused fabric leaves.

Click here for complete directions.

Please enjoy the gallery below of all the fun and finished projects!