Fashion Trims" showcases a wealth of buttons, ribbons, trims, braids, lace, and distinctive embellishments to accent your wardrobe and accessories. Inside you ll find 30 inspirational projects, which will get your creative juices flowing with a multitude of possibilities. Easy to follow, fully illustrated, step-by-step project text takes you from start to finish using basic sewing techniques to create sophisticated garments and garnishes at minimal cost. Learn how to: alter existing clothing to update the look; create stylish one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces, hair accents, bags, and more; Funky to fabulous projects are adaptable for all ages. At a glance, the materials and trimmings that will be used to make the fabulous range of clothing and accessories in the book will include: ribbon, silk and satin, braids, bullions, raffia, string, glass, wire, buttons and beads, sequins, wood, feathers, shells, horn bone, faux fur, leather, and mock suede.".