Traditional Fabric Flowers
Fabric Focus
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1h 50m
Fabrics used range from satins to fine silk organza or polyester ribbon. The addition of wire helps to give flowers shaping. Learn to restore vintage flowers and add new life to boring commercial flowers. These will be a great addition to all your headwear.
Patterns: https://hat.academy/resources
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