Kraft-Tex
is technically a type of paper, but a better description of
this remarkable material would be vegan leather. No animals
are harmed in its manufacture and you can not only wash it
but stitch it, paint on it, fold it, print on it and use it
for all the things you would use leather, paper and fabric
for. Not sure where to begin? Read on…
Last year I reviewed a book entitled Sew Kraft-Tex
Bags and if you want to make more bags there are some in here.
But you can also find patterns for bunting, bracelets, baby
shoes, a box, coaster set, necklace, magnetic fridge organizer
and more. To start with you can get acquainted with this material
which comes in several colors and three types. Not all are
the same so you can find out how they differ and what tools
you need to buy in order to work successfully. Most are things
you will already own if you sew but there are a couple of
others to buy (nothing too pricey). As this is a material
more akin to paper than fabric there are some working methods
to learn first, but none of this will take long to read and
you can soon start your first project. These are divided into
quick ideas that make up fast and get you familiar with Kraft-Tex
and projects which take longer. Turn to the back for a sheet
of paper patterns plus some to scan or trace. All projects
have a short piece about their designer, a large photograph
of the finished piece, instructions with some staged photographs
plus a list of materials/tools and another for cutting. All
measurements are in imperial. As you can imagine this is a
book aimed at those who are au fait with basic sewing techniques
rather than sewing newbies. You can also learn how to do many
different things with Kraft-Tex including painting, printing,
weaving, attaching a bag frame, working with iron-on printer
transfers and more. This is one of those books that showcases
an exciting new addition to crafting and makes you feel glad
that you are living in a time when such wonders are available.
If
you cannot find a good range of Kraft-Tex locally try www.searchpress.com
for a list of suppliers.
In
the UK: www.sewhot.co.uk/
has a good range of colors.
Also try www.amazon.co.uk
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