Author : Jane Conlon
Publisher : Taunton
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 13,70 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN :
Experience the thrill of creating a unique garment using embellishments!
Author : Jane Conlon
Publisher : Taunton
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 10,53 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Clothing and dress
ISBN : 9781561584963
Experience the thrill of creating a unique garment using embellishments!
Author : Katherine Terry
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,85 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Clothing and dress
ISBN : 9781580114011
Hip stylist, fashion expert, and crafter, Kayte Terry presents a totally-cool wardrobe of garments and accessories, together with nifty home accessories in a technique- and project-packed volume filled with fabulous ideas for transforming store-bought blanks into must-have wardrobe pieces and home furnishings using practically every embellishment and craft technique imaginable. The collection of 25 projects is detailed in more than 170 photographs and clear step-by-step directions, each original design inspired by the authorâs years as a crafter andvisual manager for the hip New York store, Anthropologie. An introductory course in all the basics of sewing, embroidery, crochet, felting, stenciling, and painting is featured, making embellishing such clothing and home accessories as a boho cover-up, a needle-felted shrug, trimmed skirts, jackets, sweaters, Tees, and tunics, as well as gorgeous glassware and chandeliers super-easy so that even beginners can embellish with confidence.
Author : Carol Ahles
Publisher : Taunton
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 38,19 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781561585861
Carol Ahles shows how to master methods of creating finishes that normally are only attainable by hand sewing.
Author : Ellen W. Miller
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,88 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Dressmaking
ISBN : 9781780679488
Creating Couture Embellishment offers a step-by-step guide to manipulating fabric and making and applying a rich variety of embellishments. Chapters cover fabric-manipulation techniques of pleating, quilting, tucking, ruffling, shirring and smocking, as well as the fabrication and application of feathers, beading, embroidery, flowers, decorative ribbons and bows, bias bindings and piping, fringe, braids and passementerie. The heirloom quality created by the insertion or application of lace is also explored. A comprehensive sourcebook of ideas for the student, professional and home sewer alike.
Author : Sally Holman
Publisher :
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 12,72 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Decoration and ornament
ISBN : 9781845431389
Add wonderful colour and textured detail to your quiliting projects with this comprehensive guide to over 40 embellishment techniques, from using braiding and embroidery to adding beaded motifs and mirrored decorations. In The Quilter's Directory of Embellishments you will discover new ways to use everyday treasures and trinkets such as charms, buttons, beads and shells; produce stunning surface effects with couching, weaving and raised applique; experiment with paint, foil and even computer imaging. The main directory features more than 40 decorative techniques, each with a recipe of tools and equipment and clear step-by-step photographs, and an introductory section provides complete information on choosing fabrics, using colour, and methods of piecing, stitching and quilting.
Author : Jodie Davis
Publisher : Andrews McMeel Publishing
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 30,68 MB
Release : 2012-05-08
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 144942208X
The latest addition to the multi-million-selling Pocket Posh series, this gorgeous, handy reference guide can be carried in bags, totes, or purses. An irresistible, eye-catching package of tips and tricks for seasoned sewers and novices, too, Pocket Posh Sewing Tips offers a gorgeous, on-the-go reference guide. Perfect for all levels, this accessible reference offers concise instructions for basic and advanced sewing techniques, guidance on choosing tools and fabrics, fabric decoration ideas, tips for achieving a perfect finish, plus the usual plethora of helpful hints, expert advice, and insider secrets for flawless sewing.
Author : Francoise De Bonneville
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 34,71 MB
Release : 2015-10-06
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 2080202472
A visual tribute to the elegant world of heirloom household fabrics, from the white linen cloth of ancient Egypt to the rainbow-hued coverlets of today. This lively text introduces heirloom household fabrics, their use, manufacture, embellishments, and care, as well as the infinite variety of fibers and materials used. The author explains how they serve as both unusually revealing testaments of the history of daily life and quintessential examples of the weaver’s craft, often so magnificently decorated that they rival works of art. The text is supplemented by a rich array of paintings, archival photographs, vintage advertisements, and original commissioned photography from collections, private homes, and workshops of the leading contemporary manufacturers. A comprehensive glossary of technical terms, bibliography, and index complete the book.
Author : Melody Crust
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 38,30 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781933308029
Designed with both the hand and the machine quilter in mind, this thorough look at ways to paint, bead, trim, and stitch embellishments onto finished quilts brings together diverse media for the experienced quilter. Modern as well as time-honored materials are used to create new works of fabric art. Hundreds of ideas are presented, using techniques including paint and paint sticks, burnishing, beads and buttons, ribbons, tassels, and embroidery. Prep steps for all methods and post-project care are also covered. An "Idea Gallery" at the end of each chapter is not prescriptive the projects are jumping-off places for quilters looking to add color, texture, and pizzazz to their repertoire. The emphasis is on creativity, making the book an enduring source of future inspiration. "
Author : Gail Marsh
Publisher : GMC Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,95 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Embroidery
ISBN : 9781861088086
Brimming with intricate drawings, color photos, and excerpts from 18th-century writings, this enthralling book is your passport to a bygone age. Fashion and textiles lecturer Gail Marsh offers insights into the lives of 18th-century embroiderers; their equipment, stitches, and threads; and techniques such as working with metal thread and spangles, silk embroidery, tambour, and the forgotten arts of Hollie Point and knotting. A must-have for historical costume creators, collectors, and needlework enthusiasts.
