Enjoy the Elegance of Silk

Silk is Magical! Its unsurpassed beauty inspires imaginative designs and touches the soul with its elemental nature.

Author Mary Jo Hiney uncovers the mystery of silk, demonstrates techniques for bringing out its cooperative nature, and offers inspirational poetry, prose and spiritual expressions. As silk rapidly gains ground as a creative fabric choice, Simply Silk provides a unique approach to transforming this delicate fabric into an easy-to-use material. In addition, this innovative guide also teaches you how to use fabric transfer, machine-stitched wording, rubber stamps and other techniques to create 15 projects including slippers, chair covers and picture frames.

• Learn the basic techniques of sewing and quilting with silk, including brocade, chiffon, crepe de chine, dupioni, habutai, jacquard, organza, and shantung
• 12 luxurious projects include quilts, decor, wearables and accessories, including full fabric manipulation and embellishing techniques
• Bonus full-size pattern insert included