
Starter Pack smocking patterns
Starter pack with a variety of smocking patterns: Chainlink shows the arrow motif, Herringbone shows lattice techniques, Lens Stars shows triangle grids, and Square Twists and Bars shows square twists. Patterns are on standard US letter-size pdf pages and include information about project planning, i.e. finished size vs. starting size. Digital delivery, no materials included. PDF reader required. WHAT'S INCLUDED - Starting to finished size ratio - Instructions on use - Pattern on a background grid - Pattern without a background grid - Colored representation of the symmetries present in the pattern MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR USE - Fabric - Needle and thread - Marking pencil/pen/chalk - Cutting tool (scissors/rotary cutter + mat) - Ruler - OPTIONAL: light table/projector for pattern transfer RECOMMENDED FABRICS - Gingham and checked fabrics are great to start out - the grid is already drawn for you! - Mid-weight solids such as satin and velvet show the texture nicely in finished goods