Abstract: A separate shaped backing piece is fabricated for each section of the design, and a piece of fabric (or other flexible material) appropriate for that section is placed over the front of the piece and wraps around its borders. The backing pieces are cut or otherwise formed from a relatively stiff material such as a sheet of cardboard or plastic. A piece of fabric is preferably stretched over each stiff backing piece and the edges of the fabric are preferably secured to its rear, although in other embodiments the fabric may be loosely draped in folds or pleats, and/or a layer of padding may be placed between the fabric and the backing to provide a softer, three-dimensional effect. The otherwise visible front face of the backing piece is completely covered by the fabric, with no visible seams. The individual fabric-covered backing pieces may then assembled into the desired design. A computer may be used to assist in the selection and fabrication of the various design elements.

Abstract: A separate shaped backing piece is fabricated for each section of the design, and a piece of fabric (or other flexible material) appropriate for that section is placed over the front of the piece and wraps around its borders. The backing pieces are cut or otherwise formed from a relatively stiff material such as a sheet of cardboard or plastic. A piece of fabric is preferably stretched over each stiff backing piece and the edges of the fabric are preferably secured to its rear, although in other embodiments the fabric may be loosely draped in folds or pleats, and/or a layer of padding may be placed between the fabric and the backing to provide a softer, three-dimensional effect. The otherwise visible front face of the backing piece is completely covered by the fabric, with no visible seams. The individual fabric-covered backing pieces may then assembled into the desired design. A computer may be used to assist in the selection and fabrication of the various design elements.