What other types of needle arts are compatible with smocking?
The most compatible types of needlearts to add to your smocking are crewel embroidery stitches (except the satin stitch), Brazilian Embroidery and Silk Ribbon Embroidery. Madeira applique, shadowwork embroidery, and heirloom sewing touches are favorites with the designers of patterns we carry. These techniques are like icing on the cake. Madeira applique is often seen on hemlines, adding an alternate color to an otherwise white dress. Shadow work can also be used on hemlines or on bodices and the all time favorite heirloom sewing category contains tucks, entredeux and lace edgings and insertions.
