This method is a variation on the basic woven block using two sided strips. One layered on top of another. It is best achieved by using lighter weight fabric since , in some spots, you can end of with 4-5 layers of cloth. But you can reduce bulk depending on how much you cut and what fabrics you use. ... silk gauze work great on the underside and adds no bulk at all. Try different combinations. I like this method because it allows many design opportunities by simply cutting into the cloth. And... it often yields surprises...
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You might want to pin in more spots than just the edge and baste the entire block after cutting to hold any loose flaps in place. You can plan your design ahead of time or just compose as you go. This is a good way to use normally unusable fabric. Fragile worn cloth or just stuff you don't like much, maybe it can look good in small doses.
TIP: You will have 5 layers after weaving if you include a backing... If you baste around the edges you can cut away the backing leaving a reversible block than can be cut from both sides. Pin as you cut, here and there, to keep things from shifting. How you manage layers depends on the end use of your piece. With the next lesson, I will start talking about the technical aspects of your cloth, starting with edges. You might want to make yourself a test block to work on as you try the different techniques, a sampler to learn on to see what works best for you.
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