Crafts & Hobbies - Fashion

Tips, tricks, and patterns for this unusual and striking technique, at your fingertips. Norwegian knit designers--and sisters--Heidi Eikeland and Mette Hovden discovered entrelac by chance, without even knowing what the technique was called. It was only after searching long and hard for more patterns...

This 182 page, completely illustrated guide, gives you all the information you need to create stylish looks with scarves Learn how to make scarves, 101 ways to tie scarves and how to flatter your figure with scarves. Expand your wardrobe inexpensively with this bookAuthor:...

How to Crochet - 7 Simple Steps to Learning How to Crochet in 7 days or Less This Book Will Guide You To Learning How to Crochet Effectively and Efficiently Learn the simple step-by-step crochet stitching from simple to big crochet projects Almost all...

A detailed guide to dressmaking, being a handbook of pattern drafting and design. Extensively illustrated with simple, useful diagrams and step-by-step instructions, this volume is ideal for those with little previous experience, and would make for a fantastic addition to the bookshelf of today's...

It is so easy to make beautiful, elegant, boutique-style jewelry with artistic wire. All you need is the wire and a few basic tools and you are ready to make any of the designs in this book. Step-by-step instructions teach you ten different wire...

Outline girl model for fashion figure sketch for clothing designers vector illustrationlines black isolated on white backgroundThis sketchbook give you the perfect figures in front, back and side poses, for fashion design and designers can easily draw their own designs on the pose that...

Packed with key skills and friendly know-how, this essential guide is ideal for anyone taking their first steps into dressmaking The latest title in Debbie Shore's Sewing Room Secrets series, this essential guide is packed with key skills and friendly know-how and is ideal...

An inspirational and beautifully illustrated book that pushes novel fashion designers and students to create their own capsule collections--a fashion collection based on one single design concept. Through these creations the reader will learn the necessary elements that any collection should have and how...

Repurpose natural materials into beautifully useful items and reduce your plastic waste in the process with projects for homemade tote bags, grocery bags, gift bags, and more Eco-Chic Bags offers forty handmade projects with step-by-step instructions and visual aids for popular machine and hand...

Sergers made simple! Scared of the serger? Don't be! From the best-selling A Field Guide series, this visual guide will help you get to know your serger from the inside out. Learn how to thread an overlocking sewing machine and achieve beautiful results with...

Follow the Colombian and Venezuelan Wayuu people's stunning geometric patterns and shapes to make ten stunning bags Colourful, functional and fun - these striking crocheted Wayuu mochila bags have the best combination of features Using the technique of tapestry crochet, there are ten stunning...

Beret-like headwear has been worn across Europe since pre-Roman times. Mass production began in 19th century France, Spain and Italy, countries with which it remains associated. This classic work contains all of the information you will require to make and finish a beret of...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive textbook for clothing designers, teachers of clothing technology, and senior students. With detailed diagrams and a wealth of useful and interesting information, this timeless handbook is highly recommended for those with an interest in fashion and design, and...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Mary Brooks PickenISBN-10: 1446513904ISBN-13: 9781446513903Publisher:...

There are certain types of information that are very difficult to come by these days, unless you are a specialist of some kind. In-depth information about old tailoring methods is one of those. This volume contains timeless instructions on all elements of tailoring including;...

Sew your own capsule wardrobe to see you through the week to the weekend!Revitalise your wardrobe with this capsule collection from sewing expert Rachel from the House of Pinheiro. The collection includes the perfect separates to take you through the working week to the...

Transform old T-shirts into trendy accessories--in 60 minutes or fewer Creating something useful and stylish doesn't have to take ages or require expensive supplies. From an Easy Twisted Headband to Round Lounge Pillows, DIY T-Shirt Crafts teaches you how to repurpose old T-shirts into...

Steampunk, the retro-futuristic cultural movement, has become a substantial and permanent genre in the worlds of fantasy and science fiction. A large part of its appeal is that, at its core, Steampunk is about doing it yourself: building on the past while also innovating...

Originally published in London, 1927. The author was a well known craftsman and wrote several books on design and craftwork. Contents Include: Types of Leather and Decoration Thonging and Making Up, Press Studs, etc Stencilling, Modelling and Embossing Carved or Cut Work, Staining, Colouring,...

An Easy to Follow Guide for Creating Amazing Crochet Pieces Haven't you always wanted to... Create intricate and beautiful crochet pieces? Learn a new hobby that's more than just a pastime? Express your creativity while motivating others to do the same? Whatever your reasons...

Have you been looking for that perfect dress to wear to the prom or special event? Get creative with these beautiful designs...choose your own colors and add any print as you wish Get it made, wear it to that special event and dazzle everyoneAuthor:...

Vintage-inspired projects culled from the archives of the legendary knitwear maker... Paris, Milan, London ... Cleveland? Yes, it's true. For decades, this Midwestern city of grit and steel remained at the forefront of American fashion. Cleveland was home to such garment makers as the...

Use the step by step instructions as your guide to make adorable costumes for creative play, theatre productions & Halloween. Inexpensive to make and assembled from everyday tools and materials. No sewing machine required!Author: Colleen DorseyISBN-10: 157421344XISBN-13: 9781574213447Publisher: Design OriginalsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/06/2012Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Refreshing and crisp, more than 20 knitting projects fill this volume, inspired by traditional Norwegian garments. Suited for an active lifestyle, these innovative patterns include a variety of options such as classy vests, beautiful jackets, warm mittens, and stylish hats. Included with each individual...

Learn how to make all the building blocks of a great wardrobe. A perfect book for those who want to make their own clothing for style, fit, or just for fun.Author: Fox Chapel Publishing, Colleen DorseyISBN-10: 1565235096ISBN-13: 9781565235090Publisher: Design OriginalsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2011Pages: 176Format: PaperbackWeight:...

This fashion coloring book is perfect gift for someone special in your life. -Each picture is printed on its own 8 x 10 inch page so no need to worry about smudging. -Each coloring page is on a separate sheet. -Use your choice of...

Do you love fashion? Then this series of fashion books is just for you! Pretty dress designs for the fashionista to color! Bring out the inner designer in you with these unique and beautiful dress designs by artist Collette Renee Fergus. Full of unique...

Get fantastic value for money with this huge Funny Swear Word Coloring Book These expertly illustrated funny swearing designs will provide hour upon hour of entertainment This swear word coloring book contains 40 single sided coloring pages. This allows you to remove each page...

Get fantastic value for money with this huge Funny Swear Word Coloring Book These expertly illustrated funny swearing designs will provide hour upon hour of entertainment This swear word coloring book contains 40 single sided coloring pages. This allows you to remove each page...

Create fabulous flapper fashions in less time than it takes to learn the Charleston with this easy-to-follow classic. Author Mary Brooks Picken perfected her ten-step method of creating seventeen different dress styles while serving as Director of Instruction at the Woman's Institute of Domestic...

Elevate your sewing with a bagmaker's secret--cork fabric Learn how easy it is to work with cork from the innovative designer behind Sallie Tomato patterns. Sew seventeen projects from purses and pouches to gorgeous accessories and home decor. Using only regular sewing tools, you'll...

Create fashion-forward outfits for today's 18" dolls! Whether you're sewing for your own dolls or the little doll lover in your life, these mix-and-match styles offer unlimited possibilities! Sew tiny garments inspired by vintage styles, including a buttoned blouse, party dress, and scallop-hem skirt....

Learn how to make fantastic braids, twists, and other hairstyles in this full-color, step-by-step handbook from one of YouTube's most popular braiding experts. Whether you're running errands, going out on the town or walking down the aisle, the fashionable braids in this book will...

This text introduces important concepts related to the consumption of fashion and clothing to beginning students. Designed to support teaching and learning, this book looks at the cultural and economic significance of the global fashion industry.Beginning with an historical overview of fashion consumption, the...

Pattern making describes the process of creating a two-dimensional garment diagram or template, drafted on a flat surface from either measurements or transferred from a draped muslin. The starting point of a pattern is a sloper, which is used as the template for creating...

All you need to create 15 stunning satchel designs, using the two reusable plastic templates and the accompanying book. Created by bestselling author and sewing celebrity Debbie Shore, The Build a Bag Book and Templates provides everything you need to create 15 stylish bags...

Debbie Shore invites you into her sewing room to make 10 quilting projects to build your skills and confidence. The book is packed with hints and tips for successful quilting and will walk you through every aspect of your sewing journey. The book begins...

Jam-packed with sewing essentials and techniques, Debbie Shore's latest unmissable book brings you 10 must-make machine sewing projects to build your confidence and repertoire. In this, Debbie's new series, each book takes an aspect of sewing as its subject. The focus of this book...

If you ever dreamed of making your own amazing clothes, the time is now Learn from the Master of Masters, who has over 60 years of experience, and it all started in Italy. Now, you can learn how to make your own... everything From...

There are many men who just don't fit into ready-to-wear garments and the patterns that are available don't fit much better. Broad shoulders, long arms, long torso, or a "belly" that hangs over the belt buckle can cause major problems with many ready to...

This is a full color edition of The Modern Maker Vol. 2: Pattern Manual 1580-1640Author: Mathew GnagyISBN-10: 1717566308ISBN-13: 9781717566300Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2018Pages: 292Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.08lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.76d

Discover how YOU can dress like the world's chicest women and create countless outfits from less than 50 clothing itemsFRENCH CHICDid you know that French women look on average 7 years younger than British women? Have you ever wondered "how do they do it?"....

Do you have sewing knowledge, but find yourself nervous about attempting alterations? Have you done some alterations with less-than-successful results?Learn effective alteration methods that work from Susan Martinek, who brings twenty-eight years of experience with her Seams Easy alteration shop. Alterations the Seams Easy...

Do you have an overstuffed closet and need help? Would you like to get dressed faster than ever before? Are you tempted to find out the ways on how to build a capsule wardrobe? Do you feel stagnant, stuck in a rut, and ready...

If you want to learn denim mending without paying $160 for a single mending class, then keep reading...Are you looking to mend your denim, but don't where to start?Have your favorite jeans worn down, and you're afraid that you will have to let them...

This Fashion Coloring Books For Girls is perfect for any fashion lover All the pictures are very cute, fun for all ages This book is super cute.Lots of pages to keep you busy for a while. your daughter will love to color with markers...

While many love the idea of wearing special underthings, lingerie can be intimidating. How is it supposed to fit? How do you take care of it all? Is lingerie really for me? In this beautiful and empowering guide, lingerie expert Cora Harrington demystifies intimate...

Feel Like A Fashion Designer A coloring book for all ages with beautiful illustrations. Use the imaginative line art in this book to produce your own works of art featuring outfits from the 19th century. Perfect as a gift for anyone who love fashion,...

A handbook for clothing designers, stylists and fashionistas, this dashing publication uses beautiful illustrations and drawings to highlight the design and key details of various forms of contemporary clothing, such as coats, jackets, shirts, tops, blouses, dresses, trousers, shorts and skirts. Traditional and contemporary...

Ladies, nails are an extension of what you wear, and cool nail art always happens to garner a lot of attention and compliments. Besides, who doesn't love an added dose of glamor to their nails? If you're bored of your classic, monotone nail color...