For years I've been intrigued by tbe novel textile and fashion creations of the Japanese designer Issey Miyake. So when I ran across pictures of wonderfully textured garments that appeared to be made of the fabric equivalent of bubble wrap, I was inspired to invent a way to make this same fabric myself. The look is that of quilted squares, but without batting. I discovered that by establishing a grid on my fabric, and sewing intermittent lucks along the grid, both vertically and horizontally, I could obtain the same light, puffy effect in both opaque and sheer fabrics. This straightforward technique produces a variety of results, depending on the fabric you choose, the scale of the grid, and the way you stitch the tucks. It's fun to experiment with, and even more intriguing to use puffed fabric for garments and home-decor projects with texture and modern flair.
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