Showing posts with label sewing patterns. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sewing patterns. Show all posts

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Sew Darn Cute: 30 Sweet & Simple Projects to Sew & Embellish

Sought after for her one-of-a-kind handmade gifts, Jenny Ryan has created a collection of adorable projects in Sew Darn Cute that anyone can complete in a jiffy. Simple sewing techniques and quick yet stylish projects combine in this appealing book that teaches readers basic sewing skills while they create adorable yet useful items to keep for themselves or give as thoughtful presents. Use surface embellishment techniques including applique and embroidery to transform plain tees or old linens into pretty and unique signature items like a pillowcase purse or a skinny summer scarf; create lovable critters or a set of crafty coasters from scrap fabric and felted sweaters; or clean up the clutter in your craft room with easy-to-sew organizers for your crochet hooks, knitting needles, pins, and more. A focus on using vintage and thrifted, repurposed fabrics shows readers how they can whip up unique sewing projects that are also easy on the planet (and on your pocketbook). Colorful photograp..

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  • ISBN13: 9780312383831
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Sunday, March 27, 2011

Chic & Simple Sewing: Skirts, Dresses, Tops, and Jackets for the Modern Seamstress

End Those What-To-Wear Woes! No more spending more than you can afford on clothes! Chic & Simple Sewing shows you how to make modern, stylish, and fun clothes you’ll want to wear every day. Plus, you’re in control. You pick the fabrics, the cut, the size--all tailored just for you, not mass-manufactured on an assembly line. For about the price of two or three commercial sewing patterns, this book will give you full-size patterns to make the more than 20 garments, including a classic shift, A-line skirt, and figure-flattering wrap dress. What are you waiting for? Your new, one-of-a-kind wardrobe awaits! ..

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  • ISBN13: 9780307451095
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Saturday, March 12, 2011

Sewable Swedish Tracing Paper 29 x 10 Yard Roll

Pattern sizes vary dramatically. Now you can trace your pattern pieces, baste them together with this sewable tracing paper, and try it on. Mark any changes right on the paper, remove the basting and pin to your fabric for cutting. You'll avoid costly mistakes with your expensive fabric! You'll have a durable master pattern that is strong, see-through and drapably soft...

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  • 29" x 10 Yards
  • Sewable pattern paper - make a master pattern
  • Strong, see-through and drapably soft
  • Eliminate costly mistakes with your fabric


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Thursday, March 10, 2011

Twinkle Sews: 25 Handmade Fashions from the Runway to Your Wardrobe (Book & CD)

Many Twinkle fans were first introduced to Wenlan Chia’s signature fresh, young, whimsical style through her knitting books. But before Wenlan knitted, she sewed. And the pieces in her fashion line, Twinkle by Wenlan, are seen not just on the fashion runways and in the pages of InStyle, Lucky, and Vogue, but in high-end stores with high-end prices such as Barneys and Saks Fifth Avenue. Now, with the easy-to-follow instructions, keen advice, and 25 full-size patterns in Twinkle Sews, you can create your own couture! Choose from one of Wenlan’s coveted patterns, including favorites like her Annie Hall Skirt, Origami Blouse, White Magic Dress, and Flapper Camisole. The patterns come in five different sizes–from 0 to 16–and are included on a CD for you to print at home. Each garment has its own PDF pattern that can be printed on 8½" x 11" (21.5cm x 28cm) paper. Follow the simple instructions to assemble the sheets and voilĂ —full-size patterns are at your fingertips. Along with ..

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  • ISBN13: 9780307409355
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Saturday, March 5, 2011

Sew Serendipity: Fresh and Pretty Designs to Make and Wear

Lay it out, cut it out, sew it up, put it on!Kay Whitt of Serendipity Studios proves that all you need to re-make your wardrobe are a few key things: Great fabric, easy-to-make patterns, a handful of simple skills, and your own personal sense of style! Use Sew Serendipity to create a fresh, new look.Included in the book are tissue pattern inserts for the skirt, tunic/dress and jacket—each with 6 variations detailed in the book. 3 basic patterns x 6 variations=18 ways to show off your skills and style! Kay provides the master instructions for each basic garment, and individual instruction for each unique look. Once you master the basics, changing it up is a snap! Each clothing pattern is graded in seven sizes (bust: 32-44; waist: 24-36; hips: 34-46) from XXS to XXL. Use the “Custom Fitting” section of this book to learn how to measure yourself and adjust the patterns to get the best possible fit! Check out the “Tools of the Trade” and “Sewing Techniques” sections for an o..

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  • ISBN13: 9781440203572
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Thursday, March 3, 2011

Carry Me: 20 Boutique Bags to Sew

Highlighting the extraordinary influence Japanese craft has imparted on the world of fiber arts, this brilliantly illustrated manual showcases the stylish sensibilities of eastern expertise in creating gorgeously sophisticated handbags. Revealing a balanced selection of cleverly constructed handbags, exclusive pull-out pattern templates, intricate details and instructions, and simple sewing techniques, sewers are shown how to create distinct and fashionable works of functional art, such as a wool tweed travel bag, a stylish denim bag with grommet and zipper details, a roomy tote with contrast lining and inside pockets, a handy laptop bag, a wool messenger bag with flower detail, and a soft luggage tote. With several concepts offering matching companion projects—such as change purses, drawstring bags, and wristlets—and accessible advice and information, this lively guide will inspire sewers of all experience levels...

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  • ISBN13: 9781596681842
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Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Handmade Beginnings: 24 Sewing Projects to Welcome Baby

Mothers to be grandparents aunts friends and family will treasure this collection of 24 projects to welcome home a new baby. Stylish prints and colors combine in unique designs to offer readers two dozen projects from maternity to nursery and everything in between. HARDCOVER J Wiley And Sons Inc..

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  • ISBN13: 9780470497814
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