DO IT YOURSELF

Create a layered cushion cover using a method of cut-work.

The idea comes from a method of drawing with oil pastels for kids. The black surface is scratched to reveal the colorful background. 

Step 1: Select two pieces of fabric: one colorful and the other black.

Step 2: Stack the two pieces of fabric, one above the other. Stack the colorful fabric under the black. 

Step 2: Draw the outlines of the design either onto the black fabric or onto the backing fabric. You can use tracing paper. 

Step 3: Stitch both fabrics together with you sewing machine following the outlines.  

Step 4: With small, pointed embroidery scissors, cut away parts of the black fabric. Gradually, they will appear parts of the colorful background fabric. 

Step 5: Add more decorative stitching lines either with your sewing machine or by hand.