Embellishment

Updated on Nov 11, 2023

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In sewing and crafts an embellishment is anything that adds design interest to the piece.

Common examples of embellishment in sewing and crafts

appliqué can be made by sewing machine of decorative techniques and or

embroidery, done either by machine or by hand

piping made from either self-fabric, contrast fabric, or a simply a cord.

trim (sewing)

lace, either pre-made or home-made

Fringe (trim)

beads

batik

Items that normally serve a function may also be used as embellishment. For example:

buttons can be placed anywhere on the piece

zippers can be unzipped and be used as piping, or simply stitched on

buckles can be placed anywhere on the piece

grommets can be placed anywhere even when there is no cord is looped through them

sequins can be placed anywhere

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