• Crafts,  General,  Sewing/Quilting

    Slash Cutter

    Watch Video Here! Visit Our Website Here! Welcome to Tool School! with Instructor Katrina Walker In this episode of Tool School, We will explore the Slash Cutter (Art. No. 499). The Slash Cutter is specially designed to be used for creating faux chenille. Faux chenille is a textured textile art technique that uses multiple layers of fabric stitched together in parallel rows. All of the layers except the bottom one are then carefully cut between the rows of stitching. The stitched project is then brushed or washed to make the raw…

  • General,  Session 19,  Tool School Extra Credit

    Slash Cutter Chenille Pillow with The Shibaguyz

      Featured Item    Art No. 499 Download Project Sheet Here     Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby are the dynamic DIY duo known as the Shibaguyz, and the creative geniuses behind Shibaguyz Designz Studio.Their award winning crochet & knit designs have been featured in and on the covers of both US and international publications. Their craft, portrait, and fashion photography has appeared in six books and numerous magazines around the globe. Together, the Shibaguyz team currently has over 300 published patterns and 10 books credited to their names.   Shannon…

  • General,  Session 19,  Sewing/Quilting

    Slash Cutter

    What is it? You know that fuzzy, super comfortable quilt your grandmother gave you?  Probably made of chenille.  And there’s nothing more reassuring than a hug from a chenille robe.  Why?  Chenille is your basic comfort fabric.  It’s a natural for towels, robes and baby items.  But don’t forget home décor, fashion or crafts.  You can make a definite fashion statement with selections from color, pattern or weight.  Chenille is a beautiful, textured fabric that is characterized by a unique and inviting 3-D appearance.  It can be purchased ready made by…