Or fans, against a black background, maybe accented with some embroidery or lace.

Thanks for all the great ideas! I have been looking and stroking them for all of you! It's scary to think about cutting them. Think I'll just L and S for awhile!!

I don't blame you for that! They are so elegant and beautiful! I really don't think I could cut them...I'd be waaayyy to terrified!

mmmmm.....silky fabrics.....must touch.....

Ahem! Sorry about that. I can see them on a lovely jewellery or trinking box....I think they call it cartonnage over her. I know you can by kits:
http://www.cottonpatch.co.uk/acatalo...nage_Kits.html

Maybe try one with normal fabric first in case you make mistakes.

Or You could sew into simple, dainty coin purses or handbag?