In September our guild started a monthly challenge. We were asked to choose a theme and to follow that theme throughout the year. I chose "Chickens and Roosters and Chicks, Oh My!" (don't ask-- it just popped in to my head and sometimes I wish it popped out again!). Each month we are given a technique to use to make our block. So far we have done traditional hand-piecing, circles and curves, reverse applique, and stained glass.

This month's technique is Snippets. Am I right in thinking that this is small pieces of fabric attached to a backing using fusible stuff. I was going to cut small bits of fabric to make it look like feathers. Am I headed in the right direction?

Thanks for your help!!!

Sounds good to me. I would love to see pics of chickens,

Rita

I have done more than a few snippet projects over the years.
You have the concept correct . Apply the fusible to the fabrics. Remove the backing from the fusible. Cut small ( typically no more than 1/4 inch wide) little peices /strips and layer the colors/shades to create the image.
It is best to not to create a bowl of pre -sniped colors. Getting them flipped to the proper side .. is a major pain! When working with a color Snip directly over ( about 1 inch away) or where you want that color to be.
Layer and vary the colors/shades to get more depth. Smaller snips work better than larger.

I do take may fabric and make a pencil outline of the image I am trying to create as my map. You can also add elements by using a teflon sheet. this allows you to create a whole component image seperate, that way you can fuss with it not on the final work piece.
Tip you may want to get some images from coloring books and reduce/enlarge to help guide your process. Making a chick may sound easier than it actually is. Use these images the double check your scale and placement before using the good stuff.

I would love to see photos of what yall are talking about. I am not sure I know what you mean.

There was a series of three books by the same author Cindy Walter, Snippets Sensations.

http://www.amazon.com/Snippet-Sensat.../dp/0873418034

sounds interesting!

I, too, would be interested in what you come up with - not sure I've heard the term before. Sounds like a fun challenge, though!

Sounds like a fun idea!!

Yes, you are on the right track. This is a method developed by author Cindy Walter. Here is her website.

http://www.cindywalter.com/

Thanks for your help, everyone! I'll post a picture when I get it done.