Yoyos and Suffolk Puffs
Updated: Jan 10, 2021
The ruched fabric rosette is known as a yo-yo in North America and a Suffolk Puff in the British Isles. Here is a link to the story of fabric yoyos.
https://www.quilts.com/sfancy/suzy-s-fancy-the-story-of-fabric-yo-yos.html
On yoyos and frugality
"Even little scraps of cloth were saved. And if an old curtain, apron, or other piece of clothing was too worn or stained for use, a small corner of it, an unworn or unstained piece of it, might be salvaged. The scrapes could be turned into yo-yos. "
Yoyos look something like round gathered flowers. They can be whimsical, fun, elegant and artistic.
A perfect way to use fabric scraps.
They can be used to make toys
To adorn fashion accessories
For Home Decor
The Art Yoyo
Sophisticated Art
And of course a great and simple tutorial that I found on the web
http://www.positivelysplendid.com/fabric-yo-yo-tutorial/