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Author: Lisa Comfort
Publisher: Random House
Published: 2012
Total Pages: 162
ISBN-13: 009194709X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExpert crafter, Lisa Comfort shares the secrets of her sewing passion. She guides you through all the basics of sewing by hand and machine, as well as providing you with the skills you need to follow her simple but stylish projects.
Author: Lisa Comfort
Publisher: Random House
Published: 2020-04-23
Total Pages: 270
ISBN-13: 1473582903
DOWNLOAD EBOOK**Includes simple and accessible instructions for how to cut your own patterns** Following on from her successful first book, Sew Over It Vintage is a brand new collection of fabulous projects from sewing expert Lisa Comfort. Inspired by Lisa’s love of vintage style and fashion, the stylish projects each have a vintage twist but still retain the modern style, allowing these pieces to work with and complement the rest of your wardrobe and your home. Featuring 25 projects, ranging from jewellery, hats, tops, dresses and bags, to cushions, lampshades, placemats, lanterns and a luxury chair pouffe, there are ideas for those who want to quickly create an accessory on a lazy afternoon as well as suggestions for those that want to invest their time in a large and impressive project. Every project has a clearly labeled skill level as well as step-by-step photography, ensuring the directions couldn’t be any easier to follow. And with instructions on how to draft your very own bodice block, all the clothing can be made to fit your body shape perfectly. There is no better way to inject some classic vintage style into your everyday life.
Author: Kennis Wong
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
Published: 2020-12-08
Total Pages: 606
ISBN-13: 1645671372
DOWNLOAD EBOOK8 Patterns, 18 Variations, 1 Stunning New Wardrobe Stitch your way to a stylish new wardrobe with this collection of beautiful, modern patterns. Whether you are a seasoned seamstress looking for fresh projects or just beginning your sewing journey, you’ll learn something new from prolific designer Kennis Wong’s expert advice and accessible pearls of sewing wisdom. In Sew Beautiful, elegance and simplicity go hand in hand as Kennis guides you through 8 different patterns, each a closet staple you’ll be proud to wear. Well known for helping her readers find their most flattering fit, Kennis carefully designed each pattern for sizes 00 through 20, guaranteeing a finished garment that suits your taste, style and body type. And with 18 variations spread across these designs, there are so many options to mix and match! Slip into the luxurious Castlepoint Faux-Wrap Skirt on a breezy summer day, or bundle up in the cozy Taktsang Dolman Sleeve Wrap for a cool autumn night. Going to a fancy event but can’t find anything to wear? Wow everyone when you tell them your Palermo Tiered Dress is 100 percent handmade. With Sew Beautiful in your crafting corner, a vibrant custom wardrobe is at your fingertips. If you are experiencing issues accessing or downloading the Sew Beautiful ebook pattern files, please contact [email protected] with proof of purchase for assistance.
Author: Tanya Whelan
Publisher: Potter Craft
Published: 2015-06-16
Total Pages: 210
ISBN-13: 0770434940
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWith her "choose-your-own-adventure" approach to sewing, Tanya Whelan offers an invaluable collection of patterns that empowers sewers to become designers. The trick is a set of patterns for 6 skirts and 8 bodices that line up perfectly at the waist, plus an additional 4 sleeve styles and 4 necklines. Tanya gives readers clear instructions and easy-to-follow step-by-step diagrams that allow them to use the enclosed pattern pieces to create up to 219 fitted dresses, including simple strapless designs, sheaths, and halter gowns. The book covers basic dress construction and altering techniques for women of all shapes and sizes.
Author: Gretchen Hirsch
Publisher: Abrams
Published: 2019-04-09
Total Pages: 602
ISBN-13: 1683353226
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGertie Sews Jiffy Dresses is Gretchen Hirsch’s modern reinvention of a simple idea, focusing on easily mastered sewing skills, minimal pattern pieces, and fabulous designs. “Gretchen ‘Gertie’ Hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a sought-after sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the web’s most popular sewing blogs.” —Creativebug In the ‘50s and ‘60s, Simplicity released their popular line of Jiffy sewing patterns, which had minimal pattern pieces and simple constructions, yet were chic enough for fashion-conscious customers. This approach appeals now more than ever to stylish women who are continuously looking for ways to fit their love of sewing into busy lives packed with family, work, school, and countless other obligations. With the lessons offered here, you can make a Popover Dress, Chemise Dress, Swirl Dress, Boatneck Dress, and Patio Dress. Everything you need is included: pattern maps, finished garment measurements, and more. And the best part? Readers will end up with a sparkling wardrobe of easy-to-wear, fun-to-style dresses that will fill busy modern lives with retro charm. Chapters include: Supplies and Tools Fabrics Getting Ready to Sew Dress Construction: The Basics Dress Construction: Essential Skills Trims and Flourishes Fitting Hirsch writes in her introduction, “So why did I write this book? Because I want to show that it’s possible to cultivate real sewing skills without spending days or even weeks on a project. Sewing more projects means more practice!” The vintage aesthetic of these projects will appeal to beginner and expert crafters alike. They stand on their own as great examples of retro fashion. They aren’t just simple sewing projects. So, don’t wait. Start sewing! Includes color photographs and illustrations Also available: Gertie Sews Vintage Casual Gertie’s Ultimate Dress Book Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing Gertie’s New Fashion Sketchbook
Author: Kristiann Boos
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Published: 2015-10-14
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 1440242100
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFive bodices, five sleeves, five skirts—boundless style. Have you ever found yourself sifting through sewing patterns, thinking "I wish I could have this top but with that skirt!"? Kristiann Boos of Victory Patterns is here to help. Maybe you're drawn to the Celine bodice with Bardot sleeves and a Meryl skirt. Or maybe the Catrina bodice is more your style. With 15 mix-and-match pattern pieces to choose from, you can explore countless custom designs. In addition to helping you design your own clothes, Kristiann guides you through all the essential sewing skills, such as installing an invisible zipper and balancing a hem. Every step is clearly detailed with photographs, illustrations and the quality instruction Victory Patterns is known for. It's time to get sewing--your personalized adventure in style awaits! Features CD-ROM of printable PDF patterns includes sizes 2 to 16.
Author: Barbara Emodi
Publisher: Barbara Emodi
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Total Pages: 66
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Lisa Comfort
Publisher: Random House
Published: 2012-10-26
Total Pages: 162
ISBN-13: 1448117232
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCraft's hottest trend: inspirational sewing projects for customizing and making your own clothes, from the owner of London's first sewing cafe Nobody wants to look like everyone else, and Lisa shows crafters just how easy it is to stand out from the crowd. In tough economic times everyone wants fun ways to make their pennies stretch, and so it's no wonder DIY is in vogue. Here an expert crafter shares the secrets of her sewing passion, offering simple projects to make in a weekend, instructions for unique accessories, methods to customize or update vintage clothing, and easy instructions for one-off pieces. She guides readers through all the basics of sewing by hand and machine, as well as providing them with the skills necessary to follow her simple but stylish projects. Beautifully illustrated with step-by-step photography for more than 25 fun and easy-to-follow sewing projects, this book is guaranteed to get both fashionistas and the crafting community talking.
Author: Idabelle McGlauflin
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Published: 1918
Total Pages: 128
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Elissa K. Meyrich
Publisher: Macmillan
Published: 2008-07-08
Total Pages: 132
ISBN-13: 9780312378929
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe author of Sew Fast, Sew Easy explains how to create one's own designer fashions with her easy-to-use sewing guide and five simple patterns, accompanied by step-by-step instructions, detailed guidelines on how to use a sewing machine or serger, and handy tips on fabric, commercial patterns, embellishments, and accessories. Original.
