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Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
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Description
Cosplayers rejoice!The Hero's Closet is the ultimate DIY guide to creating unique and fantastical homemade costumes
This essential handbook offers detailed, step-by-step instructions that cover the basics of sewing costumes (which often require skills not found in standard sewing guides) to help even the most novice sewists create the costumes of their dreams. A skilled crafter and avid cosplayer, Gillian Conahan walks readers through
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Publisher
Taunton Press
Pub. Date
c2011
Edition
Rev. and updated [ed.]
Language
English
Description
"The world of haute couture is a place where only a privileged few can ever hope to reside, right? Wrong. Fashion historian Claire B. Shaeffer opened the door to this exclusive realm in her authoritative guide to the techniques that define couture sewing. And now, the industry bible, Couture Sewing Techniques, has been revised and updated throughout -- with new photos and a chapter on specialty fabrics. No one can unravel couture garment construction...
Author
Publisher
Potter Craft
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
First Edition.
Language
English
Description
"Iconic fairy-tale characters from storybooks, movies, and television inspire this collection of magical knitting patterns perfect for modern knights, villains, and princesses. Once again, Genevieve Miller taps a wide range of contributors (from knitwear designers to students) to create a collection of 28 wearables, accessories, and toys that can be knit for adults or kids. Inspired by the recent resurgence of fairy-tale and fantasy characters, these...
Author
Publisher
Adams Media
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Gorgeous knitwear meets inspired fairy tales with Alice Hoffman and Lisa Hoffman's Faerie Knitting. Each of the 14 projects from knitwear designer and knitting instructor Lisa Hoffman is inspired by and paired with an original fairy tale by New York Times bestselling author Alice Hoffman. From the Blue Heron Shawl and the Love Never Ending Cowl to the Three Wishes Mittens and Amulet Necklace, each of Lisa's projects feature clear, easy-to-follow...
Author
Language
English
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Description
" Granny squares are to crochet what pieced squares are to quilting. They originated with pioneer women using up precious scraps of yarn to make blankets for their families, and over the years, many recognized, named patterns have been handed down from one generation to the next. Beyond this treasury of 75 different granny square motifs, Margaret Hubert shows the evolution of the granny square, how it can be used and interpreted in different ways...
Author
Publisher
Motorbooks Intl
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
Matt Chapple, the UK's top amateur stitcher and winner of the BBC's Great British Sewing Bee 2015, shares everything you need to know about repairing and maintaining your attire. Focusing on making sewing easy and fun, the basic kit is explained and followed by step-by-step instructions on how to make projects such as a box-pleated skirt and adding bias binding to pocket edges for a splash of colour. Matt's no-nonsense language strips away the complexity...
Author
Publisher
C&T Publishing
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Formats
Description
The author of Sewing to Sell shares secrets from industry experts on growing your craft business—with 16 new projects you can make and sell!
Making the leap from sewing enthusiast to entrepreneur is a major accomplishment—but many new professionals find themselves facing all new challenges and questions. In More Sewing to Sell, Virginia Lindsay helps readers take their handmade business...
Making the leap from sewing enthusiast to entrepreneur is a major accomplishment—but many new professionals find themselves facing all new challenges and questions. In More Sewing to Sell, Virginia Lindsay helps readers take their handmade business...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Formats
Description
In this illustrated sewing guide, the celebrated designer shares twelve new patterns with loads of variations for stylish bags of all kinds.
With the patterns in Amy Butler's Style Stitches, you can create everything from chic clutches and delicate wristlets to pretty hobo bags and handy coin purses. Each project is designed with Butler's fresh, modern style and attention to detail. She also includes easy-to-follow instructions for...
With the patterns in Amy Butler's Style Stitches, you can create everything from chic clutches and delicate wristlets to pretty hobo bags and handy coin purses. Each project is designed with Butler's fresh, modern style and attention to detail. She also includes easy-to-follow instructions for...
Author
Publisher
C&T Pub
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
Learn to create unique, well-fitted clothing for your little ones with this illustrated guide featuring 4 easy patterns and 23 projects in sizes 2-6.
In Little Girls, Big Style, author and professional seamstress Mary Abreu offers a comprehensive guide to making beautiful clothes that fit your daughter-and your budget-perfectly. Every day can be dress-up day when you mix and match the four basic patterns featured in this book to create hundreds of...
Author
Publisher
Sky Pony
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Formats
Description
The ultimate book for adorable clay charm instruction!
Clay charms are taking the world by storm, and there's no sign of slowing down for these bite-sized bits of fun! From Helga Jiang, creator of megahit clay charm instructional videos, these projects are handpicked for the best in clay-making fun. Easy to make and fun to wear, these addictive ideas will have you kneading, twisting, and shaping for hours on end. Learn how to create all...
Clay charms are taking the world by storm, and there's no sign of slowing down for these bite-sized bits of fun! From Helga Jiang, creator of megahit clay charm instructional videos, these projects are handpicked for the best in clay-making fun. Easy to make and fun to wear, these addictive ideas will have you kneading, twisting, and shaping for hours on end. Learn how to create all...
Author
Publisher
ABRAMS
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Formats
Description
From knitting expert Brandi Harper, a must-have pattern book for modern knitters, with essays on self-care and sourcing creativity
There is no such thing as being kind-of a knitter—the wobbly scarves and that oversized sweater you tried to shrink all count too. Each contribution that you make to the world through knitting is meaningful, but maybe you've slowed your commitment to this craft, or you can't seem to find the time to...
There is no such thing as being kind-of a knitter—the wobbly scarves and that oversized sweater you tried to shrink all count too. Each contribution that you make to the world through knitting is meaningful, but maybe you've slowed your commitment to this craft, or you can't seem to find the time to...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Language
English
Formats
Description
Gone are the days of the classic French manicure—today it's all about nail art. In Nails, Nails, Nails!, Los Angeles–based stylist Madeline Poole presents 25 nail art projects in a range of fabulous looks: leopard print, plaid, stripes, stained glass, lace, glitter, and more! For budding fashionistas and beauty experts alike, this super-fun book presents professional nail-art techniques and all the important tools, plus simple instructions,...
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Formats
Description
Extend the life of well-worn, beloved pieces using these creative techniques.
Mending With Love shows you how to apply embroidery, patching, darning, felting, stamping and a little crochet to worn pieces of clothing or household items. Instead of stowing or throwing away damaged pieces that hold happy memories, you can employ these beautiful and sustainable ideas to give them a new life.
With this book, you'll learn how to:
• Repair knitted and...
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Formats
Description
Enchanting Embroidery Designs invites you to create your own world using bright thread colors and imaginative stitches.
Full of motifs that are both simple and playful, from zany crocodiles, and cuddly cats to big-eared bats and stealthy ravens. This book invites you to be creative with its whimsical designs and step-by-step instructions—whether you use these projects as visible mending techniques or simply to add interest to...
Full of motifs that are both simple and playful, from zany crocodiles, and cuddly cats to big-eared bats and stealthy ravens. This book invites you to be creative with its whimsical designs and step-by-step instructions—whether you use these projects as visible mending techniques or simply to add interest to...
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Crocheted sisters Amelie and Mako and are ready for anything-a day at the beach, a birthday bash, a visit to the library, and their outfits are, too! In this book, popular Japanese amigurumi designer Miya takes you step-by-step through the dollmaking process, showing you how to create two charming doll companions, their teddy bear pal Marron, and 63 miniature wardrobe additions-ranging from warm winter coats to delicate ballet slippers.
Author
Publisher
C&T Publishing
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Formats
Description
The authors of The Tunic Bible craft a "clever guide to the DIY creation of tried and true staples of a woman's wardrobe . . . truly inspiring" (Publishers Weekly).
Discover the secrets to sewing a stylish wardrobe with staying power! This spirited guide walks you through thirty timeless garments to make for yourself, including a must-have button-up shirt, tailored trousers, a flattering A-line dress, and the indispensable...
Discover the secrets to sewing a stylish wardrobe with staying power! This spirited guide walks you through thirty timeless garments to make for yourself, including a must-have button-up shirt, tailored trousers, a flattering A-line dress, and the indispensable...
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