Simplicity's Simply the Best Sewing Book
Author : Anne Marie Soto
Publisher :
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 25,94 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Dressmaking
ISBN : 9780739421000
Simply the Best Sewing Book
Author : The Simplicity Pattern Company
Publisher : Collins & Brown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,84 MB
Release : 2011-08-04
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781843405573
Book Description
First published twenty years ago, this bestselling home sewing volume is known as the essential reference for all home sewers. Mindful of the fact that today's sewers want to be sure that they have access to the very latest developments, all material has been fully revised and updated. New sewing techniques and time-saving ideas have been introduced, product information has been updated and the projects reflect current fashion trends with even more children's clothing ideas included. This is the book for today’s sewers – the most comprehensive source for sewing information for both new and experienced sewers. Word count: 60,000
Simplicity Fabric Guide
Author : Sixth&Spring Books
Publisher : Sixth & Spring Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,12 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Textile fabrics
ISBN : 9781936096121
Book Description
Presents a guide to fabrics and fibers, including descriptions of different types, color photographs of specific items, instructions on manipulating the material, and a fabric log section for sample swatches.
Basic Black
Author : Sato Watanabe
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 15,10 MB
Release : 2014-07-08
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1462915620
Book Description
Sew chic, dark-toned clothes with this stylish sewing book and add a touch of originality to your wardrobe. Basic Black is the English edition of a classic Japanese sewing book which provides sew-it-yourself Western-sized patterns for 26 basic garments, along with detailed, easy-to-follow diagrams and instructions. Author Sato Watanabe has published many books that are favorites among Japanese sewing fans. In this book, she shows you how to make truly professional-quality pieces easily and inexpensively at home. DIY Sewing designs include: Lace Shirred Blouse Tiered Sleeveless Dress Zip-up Vest with High Neck Frilled Shirt in Charcoal Flannel Short Coat And many more… All of the styles and fashion are easily customized to create your own personal style, and there is truly something for everyone and every occasion in this book--from a smart two-texture combo dress to a relaxed, bohemian tunic--and everything in-between. All the styles are thoroughly modern and practical, ranging from softly feminine or straight-line simple to smartly-tailored or loosely-deconstructed. Simple lines make these garments perfect for women of all ages and all sizes. This book includes a complete western-sized sewing pattern for each design that is easily adjusted to fit your body form. The understated, graceful designs in this book are ones that you'll come back to again and again.
The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking
Author : Lauren Stowell
Publisher : PAGE STREET PUB
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 20,24 MB
Release : 2017-11-21
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1624144535
Book Description
"This comprehensive guide will walk you through how to make and wear your 18th century dream gown. [The authors] have endeavored to ... [bring] historically accurate dressmaking techniques into your sewing room. Learn how to make four of the most iconic 18th century silhouettes--the English Gown, Sacque Gown, Italian Gown and Round Gown--using the same hand sewing techniques done by historic dressmakers. From large hoops to full bums, wool petticoats to grand silk gowns, ruffled aprons to big feathered hats, this manual has project patterns and instructions for every level of 18th century sewing enthusiast"--Amazon.com.
Sewing Happiness
Author : Sanae Ishida
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 27,5 MB
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1570619964
Book Description
Create Pinterest-worthy clothing, accessories, and more with this how-to guide and memoir featuring 20 meditative sewing projects, plus inspiring stories that promote creativity, happiness, and fulfillment. When Sanae Ishida was diagnosed with a chronic illness and lost her corporate job, she felt like her whole life was falling apart. Inspired to succeed at just one thing, Ishida vowed to sew all of her daughter’s clothes—and most of her own—for one full year. In Sewing Happiness, Ishida recounts her incredible journey, reflecting on how sewing helped her survive such a difficult time in her life. Sewing Happiness features twenty simple sewing projects (with variations) organized by season and tied together with a thread of memoir that tells the story Ishida’s unexpected transformation and how sewing brought her profound happiness. Each seasonal project—from Japanese-inspired home goods to children’s and women’s clothing—is specially designed to promote health, creativity, and relationships and to provide gentle inspiration to live your best life. Complete with photos and easy-to-follow steps, Sewing Happiness is at once a guide to the craft of sewing and a guide to enjoying life in all its beautiful imperfections.
Home Sweet Home Sewing
Author : Helen Philipps
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,44 MB
Release : 2020-03
Category : Needlework
ISBN : 9786057834089
Book Description
"Here are 17 new designs from Helen Philipps exploring her love of fabrics, patchwork, and colour. There is a selection of inspiring projects including quilts, pillows, a spring wreath, little deer toy, handstitched pincushions and other sewing notions, pretty fabric bags, coasters, charms and decorations. Helen's style is fresh and modern and her work includes extra details and embellishments to inspire your own creativity." --Page [4] of cover.
Merchant & Mills Sewing Book
Author : Carolyn Denham
Publisher : Collins & Brown
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 33,94 MB
Release : 2014-05-07
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1910231010
Book Description
Keep it simple and do it well. The Merchant & Mills Sewing Book contains fifteen step-by-step projects aimed at guiding you gently but firmly through the basics of sewing. Each project you make from this book will be stylish, but above all, useful. Part I of the book presents a fundamental overview on the art of sewing, the tools and materials you will need and homegrown tips on essential good practice. In Part II, seasoned dressmaker Carolyn Denham leads you step by step through fifteen achievable projects, each building on the skills gained as you progress through the book. First, equip your sewing room with practical items you never knew you needed, such as a Tailor’s Ham, Sleeve Roll and an Ironing Board Cover (essential items for good pressing practice), a Hussif (the ever ready portable sewing kit) and a Maker’s Apron (utilitarian chic for good workers). Then go on to use your new sewing skills to make cushions, throws and bags before progressing on to garments with the Tailored Shawl and Fisherman’s Top, using the paper patterns provided in the back of the book. Make them all and you will be a very capable dressmaker with a raft of functional, beautiful, handmade goods.
Design Without Limits
Author : Renée Weiss Chase
Publisher : Fairchild Books
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 15,49 MB
Release : 2002-11-07
Category : Design
ISBN :
Book Description
Design Without Limits addresses the design and production of fashionable and functional clothing for physically disabled men and women. It focuses on persons using wheelchairs, crutches and prostheses and on persons with limited mobility. Chase and Quinn attempt to educate the general public about individuals whose fashion needs have long been overlooked by the design community and even by the individuals themselves. They help the reader understand that people with disabilities can look and feel great and that style is available to everyone.
She Wears the Pants
Author : Yuko Takada
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 43,58 MB
Release : 2015-05-12
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9784805313268
Book Description
Sew edgy, urban clothes with this stylish sewing book and add a touch of originality to your wardrobe. More and more women are opting to make their own clothes, but most of the books on the market emphasize girly, feminine designs. She Wears the Pants is the first Japanese sewing book (in English) to focus on the increasingly popular "borrowed–from–the–boys" look. Already one of the best–known and reviewed sewing books in Japan, this sporty addition to the sew–it–yourself craze is poised to take the American DIY sewing market by storm. Sometimes women are in the mood for clothes with strong, clean lines and casual sophistication—polish and simplicity without the frills. She Wears the Pants is the book for those times. A graduate of the Bunka Fashion Institute, Yuko Takada provides patterns and instructions for making twenty spare and streamlined wardrobe items, including: Versatile tops that can be either casual or dressy Jackets that are timeless and unique Dresses and skirts that are straight-line or draped Three different pants lengths, from culottes to full-length trousers And much, much more! Patterns can be easily adjusted to suit any body size, and Takada shows readers how to select inexpensive, readily available fabrics and transform them into an elegant new wardrobe. Understated never looked so good!
