Creating couture embellishment

Basic tools and techniques

Fabric manipulation ; Ruffles and flounces ; Tucks ; Pleats ; Wrinkled pleating ; Ruching, shirring, and smocking ; Quilting

Embelleshment and trimmings ; Bias ; Piping and cording ; Passementerie ; Appliqué ; Braids ; Fringe, pompoms, and tassels ; Feathers ; Beads and sequins ; Crystals and nailheads; Lace ; Lace trim ; Eyelets, grommets, and lacing ; Hand embroidery ; Ribbon embroidery ; Decorative ribbons ; Flowers