Embellishment is a great way to add to your quilt. Here are a few hints for success.

• Plan your design before you begin. Lay out your design elements on the quilt before sewing. Experiment with different combinations of color and texture before you commit by sewing them down.
• Choose your embellishments according to the use and care of the quilt. For example, a sturdy rickrack is a good choice for a child's bed quilt. Dainty glass beads are better suited to a wall hanging that will be laundered infrequently.
• Choose a design feature or color from the quilt to emphasize. Follow the swirl of an exotic paisley or choose an accent color from a print.
• Let your imagination take over! Use rickrack, ribbon, buttons, beads, charms, and silk flowers; whatever you can sew down. Use a little - use a lot. Have fun with the process and you will be amazed at what you will accomplish!