Hannelore Koch's unique and stylish designs for jewellery, bags, shawls and jackets require no special skills - all the methods are clearly explained and involve simply combining painted silk, yarns and threads, and machine stitching them on to a background of water-soluble stabiliser. The results, however, are stunning. Use them to complement a casual look or evening wear, or create your own style with your own choice of colour and texture. Full, step-by-step instructions are provided for all the projects, and patterns and templates where required. This title is based on simple methods using painted silk, threads, yarns and water-soluble stabiliser, making the book suitable for all abilities. It features sixteen beautiful, contemporary items in a range of designs, colours and styles. It includes detailed, step-by-step instructions. Templates and patterns are provided where needed in this title.