DIY Fashionista

DIY Fashionista

Author: Geneva Vanderzeil

Publisher: Carlton Books

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781780971704

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Sustainable, economical . . . fabulous Recreate the most coveted catwalk trends at home with projects that reuse items you already own or can easily buy secondhand. The stunningly professional-looking garments and accessories range from dresses, skirts, jackets, and trousers to jewelry, hats, bags, and scarves. Fashionista extraordinaire Geneva Vanderzeil who has worked with top magazines and runs the popular blog A Pair and a Spare explains simple sewing techniques as well as customizing, easy yarn work, jewelry making, and more. Beautifully illustrated and fashion forward, this gorgeous guide makes tailoring, sewing, and customizing your clothes fun and easy."


I Spy DIY Style

I Spy DIY Style

Author: Jenni Radosevich

Publisher: Three Rivers Press

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 0307587142

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Explains how to use simple supplies and creative ideas to emulate designer fashions, outlining thirty step-by-step projects inspired by celebrities, designer runways, and classic fashion articles.


Fashion DIY

Fashion DIY

Author: Carrie Blaydes

Publisher: Sixth & Spring Books

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781933027180

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Projects to transform garments with just a few key modifications, and basic sewing skills.


DIY Couture

DIY Couture

Author: Rosie Martin

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2012-05-07

Total Pages: 470

ISBN-13: 1780673957

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The DIY Couture collection is 10 stylish, easy to make pieces of clothing that can be endlessly reinvented in different fabrics, textures and colours. Anyone who enjoys sewing and creating something unique will love using this book to make their own couture wardrobe. The book begins with a Useful Techniques section, followed by Collections: inspirational photographs of the pieces styled different ways. Next, each of the 10 garments, from a Goddess dress to a cool romper suit and hoody, is clearly explained, including a spread showing all the variations (e.g. fastenings, necklines and hems) possible for each garment. Finally, clear step by step illustrations and photographs show you how each piece is made. With no complex sewing patterns, even beginners at sewing can make their own beautiful clothes. With simple, visual instructions and cool styling, DIY Couture will inspire people to join the handmade revolution. Where eco-fashion meets street style, this is the antithesis of fast-fashion. Absolutely no patterns required!


Eco-Chic: A Guide to Stylish Upcycling and Repurposing DIY Projects

Eco-Chic: A Guide to Stylish Upcycling and Repurposing DIY Projects

Author: Catricia L Roberson

Publisher: Catricia L. Roberson

Published: 2023-12-26

Total Pages: 127

ISBN-13:

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Dive into the world of sustainable style with Eco-Chic: A Guide to Stylish Upcycling and Repurposing DIY Projects. This book is your passport to a fashion-forward, eco-conscious lifestyle. Uncover the secrets of turning ordinary items into chic treasures, embracing the art of upcycling. From runway-inspired clothing to trendy home decor, redefine your style and contribute to a greener planet. Elevate your creativity, reduce your environmental footprint, and step into the realm of Eco-Chic—a guide that transforms fashion into a force for positive change.


How to Be a Budget Fashionista

How to Be a Budget Fashionista

Author: Kathryn Finney

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 0812975162

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A leading fashion authority explains how to look stylish without going broke, showcasing a host of shopping tips and fashion advice based on the principles of knowing one's budget, knowing one's style, and knowing one's bargains. Original. 30,000 first printing.


Dress [with] Sense: The Practical Guide to a Conscious Closet

Dress [with] Sense: The Practical Guide to a Conscious Closet

Author: Christina Dean

Publisher: Thames & Hudson

Published: 2017-04-11

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 050077384X

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A stylish guide to environment-friendly ways of buying, wearing, caring for, and decluttering your wardrobe, illustrated with case studies and tips from eco-fashion pioneers across the world As part of a growing global awareness of the importance of eco-conscious living, both for the planet and as a means of promoting fair labor practices, more people than ever before are seeking to dress in an environmentally friendly way. On a broader scale, initiatives to promote a more sustainable approach to fashion have made headlines and grown like never before, from the release of the high-profile documentary The True Cost to the launch of the worldwide “Fashion Revolution” campaign. This timely book is organized into four chapters—Buy, Wear, Care, and Dispose—each containing a short introduction with essential information followed by practical tips and illustrated case studies to help you make the first step toward a more sustainable wardrobe. A detailed reference section recommends not only the best ethical fashion labels and collections but also eco-friendly fabrics, standards, and certifications; cleaning methods; renting, swapping, and recycling initiatives; and much more.


Folk Fashion

Folk Fashion

Author: Amy Twigger Holroyd

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2017-05-23

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 1838608567

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A dynamic resurgence in sewing and knitting is under way, with many people enjoying making and mending their own garments at home. However, stories abound of homemade clothes languishing at the back of the wardrobe. Amy Twigger Holroyd draws on ideas of fashion, culture and craft to explore makers' lived experiences of creating and wearing homemade clothes in a society dominated by shop-bought garments. Using the innovative metaphor of fashion as common land, Folk Fashion investigates the complex relationship between making, well-being and sustainability. Twigger Holroyd combines her own experience as a designer and knitter with first-hand accounts from folk fashion makers to explore this fascinating, yet under-examined, area of contemporary fashion culture.Looking to the future, she also considers how sewers and knitters might maximise the radical potential of their activities.


Eco-Friendly DIY: Creative Projects for a Greener Home

Eco-Friendly DIY: Creative Projects for a Greener Home

Author: Catricia Roberson

Publisher: Catricia L. Roberson

Published: 2023-12-26

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13:

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Transform your living spaces into eco-friendly havens with Eco-Friendly DIY: Creative Projects for a Greener Home. This guide is your companion on a journey of creativity and sustainability. Dive into a collection of hands-on projects that reimagine everyday items, turning them into environmentally conscious treasures. From upcycled decor to energy-efficient solutions, discover how your crafting can contribute to a greener planet. Craft a home that reflects your style and values, one project at a time. Join the movement of conscious creators shaping a more vibrant and eco-friendlier world


A Practical Guide to Sustainable Fashion

A Practical Guide to Sustainable Fashion

Author: Alison Gwilt

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2020-07-09

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1350067067

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Packed with examples from groundbreaking designers such as Vivienne Westwood, Stella McCartney, Edun and People Tree, A Practical Guide to Sustainable Fashion is a much-needed overview of current models of fashion design and production. Alison Gwilt introduces the key issues associated with the production, use and disposal of fashion clothing and gives step-by-step guidance on how to identify and evaluate the potential impacts of a garment during the design process. With innovative examples of best practice from international designers and brands, the chapters follow each key stage in the life cycle of a fashion garment and explores approaches such as low-impact textiles techniques, mono-materiality, zero waste techniques, upcycling, repair and maintenance techniques and closed-loop design systems. New to this edition: More in-depth coverage of design thinking, materials manufacture, practical techniques for creating 'faster' recyclable fashion and new ways forward for fashion, such as including the circular economy and the Sustainable Development Goals.