Different ways of making a square

1. cut a whole and sew dream catchers to fabric
2. add feathers and beads
3. crochet a square with your favorite yarn
4. knit a square –plain color, multicolor or with a design
5. cut up and combine pieces of old mittens, scarves, sweaters or shirts
6. paint first nation art or cut a piece of a hand-printed raven, bear or other symbol
7. paint your own design on canvas
8. cut up strands of scarves or other fabric and sew like waves
9. make a frame for weaving and weave a square with yarn or fabric pieces
10. combine little squares of fabric in a patchwork design, sewing by hand or machine
11. make triangles, circles, log cabin designs or flower designs with fabric
12. use plain colors or fabric with different patterns - play with contrast such as bright or dull, dark and light
13. make irregular pieces of fabric and attach by sewing large stitches in a contrasting color of thread, in collage style
14. combine pieces of leather
15. print with leaves or other objects on fabric
16. make potato stamps (suitable for kids) and print on cotton fabric
17. combine parts of favorite shirts, dresses, baby clothing, napkins, tea towels, cloth bags, socks or pillow cases
18. make a stencil of i.e. a landscape scene or photo and print on fabric
19. if the fabric has a pattern, trace it with hand stitches
20. combine doilies, laces or make new embroidery on fabric
21. add colorful or interesting buttons to fabric
22. play around with zippers, pockets or make felt or fleece figures
23. embroider or print a letter or word in your native language
24. include a piece or fabric that symbolizes home, growth, love, immigrating, your native country or Canada to you
25. include a piece of a flag or several flags
26. add objects for nature like shells, cones or sea glass
27. use the inside lining of a bag coat or a curtain
28. your own idea!

Square Size: 7”x7”