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What is "Trapunto" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 19-Feb-2024 (5 months, 8 days ago)
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Trapunto
A form of quilting in which a design is stitched through 2 layers of fabric. the lower layer is than slit and batting or fiberfill is inserted to raise the design to a high relief.

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