This guide to creating fashion accessories contains easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, with detailed photographs of each step of the construction of every project.
A guide to fashion accessory design covers the process of research and development; design principles; construction techniques; and information specific to handbags, footwear, and millinery.
Basic updating of resources and interviews with successful owners in the fashion accessories business. Trendy entrepreneurs learn how to create and sell their own accessories, buy wholesale accessories for resale or establish their own online or traditional store. Our experts take them step by step from creating a business plan, to setting up a home workshop and office, exploring the market, managing finances, publicizing and advertising the business and much more. Industry professionals and practicing home-based business owners provide unique insights, tips and tricks to ensure success. This step-by-step guide gives aspiring entrepreneurs everything they need to know to turn their passion for fashion into a successful business.
This book is an essential and practical tool for designing and creating fashion accessories for men and women. Intended for fashion students and professionals, the book includes different pattern techniques for each accessory and explains production processes so that readers can incorporate them into their professional practice, in addition to identifying and providing the information needed to recreate a wide range of accessory models. It includes descriptions of materials, examples of patterns and designs and different possible finishes through illustrations, photographs, technical drawings and texts that clearly explain the production process of each artisanal and industrial piece. As items that provide personality and originality to one's personal style, fashion accessories have become essential to completing the "look" for each occasion. With the help of this manual, having in-depth knowledge aboutthe creation of different pieces, from a bag to a pair of shoes to hats, gloves, ties and buttons -even clothing for dogs-, is a great way to get started in this branch of the fashion field.
A long-established element of the fashion world, where they are used widely as trimmings, belts and tie fastenings, on shoes, clothes, hats and adorning wrists, necks and hair, ribbons have now come even closer to the home wardrobe. With her natural flair for colour and texture, nothing is too daunting or avant garde for Louise when it comes to making fantastic fashion statements through customising clothes and making all variety of beautiful garments for every season and occasion. At a glance, the materials and trimmings that will be used to make the fabulous range of clothing and accessories in the book will include: Ribbon, silk and satin, braids, bullions, raffia, string, glass, wire, buttons and beads, sequins, wood, feathers, shells, horn bone, faux fur, leather and mock suede. Louise Turner is a handbag and textile designer based in Lewes, near Brighton. Her handbags comprise glorious one-off creations and bespoke collections and have attracted much attention at the annual Origins crafts fair in London. Her work has also been exhibited in Brussels and Paris. VV Rouleaux was awarded first prize for its Grosgrain collection in the Homes & Gardens Awards in 2003. VV Rouleaux has grown from a niche shop in North London, to the most creative ribbons and trimmings' company in Europe with its own retail shops, Trade Vaults and design offices; there are currently four shops in the UK.
This comprehensive guide explores the fundamental sewing methods fashion designers need and teaches professional garment construction. Chapter One introduces sewing tools and machinery (including industrial machines). It discusses how to work with patterns and explains cutting-out methods. Chapter Two is devoted to different fabrics and how they work, focusing on the construction of a garment, including fastenings and trimmings, and the use of materials to support structured pieces, such as corsets. Hand-sewing techniques and basic seams are explored in Chapter Three. Techniques are demonstrated with step-by-step photographic guides combined with technical drawings. A guide to making garment details and decorations, such as pockets, waistlines, and necklines, is found in Chapter Four. Chapter Five addresses fabric-specific techniques, for everything from lace to neoprene. The best technical approaches to use for patternmaking and construction are discussed for each fabric. Catwalk images demonstrate how these kinds of techniques are employed by designers.
Fashion + Technology You've seen it on the runway and the red carpet - clothing and accessories that combine the world of fashion with the modern sleekness of tech. And now, the know-how to create these fashions for your own wardrobe is at your fingertips with Fashion Geek. Project Runway contestant and author Diana Eng teaches you both the sewing and technology basics you need to create your own light-up skirt, twinkling shoes and music-filled hoodie. With step-by-step instructions and how-to photos, learning the ins and outs of creating with LEDs, EL wire and zigzag stitches couldn't be easier. Learn to: Hack a pedometer to create sparkling shoes Sew headphones into a handmade monster hat Disguise your flash drive as a fabulous necklace Create light-up buttons to sew onto any jacket With Fashion Geek, every day will be your own tech fashion show!
Create your own fashion accessories and jewelry through 20 DIY macramé projects. Illustrated step-by-step directions for projects at three different skill levels will guide you through the making of your own unique scarves, handbags, belts, decorative embellishments, and jewelry, including bracelets and necklaces. Give your designs a unique, personal style by choosing from a wide variety of materials, including satin cotton, wool, rattan, and fancy yarns. Illustrated descriptions of the basic knots used in macramé are provided, as well as information about knitting techniques, color selection, and creating embellishments for textiles, such as fringe and netting. This book is perfect for both beginner and seasoned hobbyists who want to learn a new craft and the fashionista who wants to create her own fashion accessories.
Crafters are altering everything -- clothing, shoes, handbags, journals and much more. They start with an existing item -- a cotton jumper or a jean jacket -- and embellish or alter it in a variety of ways to make it something new. "Altered Art" is the newest trend in the art and craft world. The first section of the book features tips and techniques that show how to do various creative alterations on fabric: ripping, tearing, painting and dyeing, beading, adding images and letters, and adding hardware such as grommets, snaps, jewels, and more. The second section of the book includes 30 altered clothing and accessory projects the avid crafter can make at home. Step-by-step photography details the techniques, and large, vibrant color photos of finished projects show off the fashionable projects. The book is filled with accessible, idea-inspiring projects for people interested in creating their own look.
A billion-dollar industry, fashion accessories offer a world of business possibilities for stylish entrepreneurs like you! From jewelry and handbags to scarves and hats, Entrepreneur covers the hottest accessories businesses within the flourishing fashion industry. Learn how to create and sell your own accessories, buy wholesale accessories for resale, or establish your own online or traditional store! Providing insider advice, tips, and tricks along the way, our expert fashionistas take you step by step and show you how to discover your specialty, establish your business, set up your home workshop and office, manage your finances, and much more! • Choose from popular fashion accessory niches— handcrafted jewelry, handbags, belts, scarves, and hats • Discover the right sales avenue for your products • Outfit your home workshop and office with the right tools and supplies • Partner with retailers and designers to boost brand recognition • Efficiently manage inventory and supplies for easy order fulfillment • Boost profits by expanding and cross-marketing your product line • And more Turn your passion for fashion into a successful business today! All Entrepreneur Step-By-Step Startup Guides Include: •Essential industry-specific startup steps with worksheets, calculators, checklists and more •Bestselling title,Start Your Own Business by Entrepreneur Media Inc., a guide to starting any business and surviving the first three years •Downloadable, customizable business letters, sales letters, and other sample documents •Entrepreneur’s Small Business Legal Toolkit