"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.