The Complete Photo Guide to Cake Decorating

The Complete Photo Guide to Cake Decorating

Author: Autumn Carpenter

Publisher: Quarry Books

Published: 2012-02

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13: 1589236696

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This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all of the most popular cake decorating techniques, including piped frosting, fondant, and hand modeled figures. For each technique, there is an overview of the tools and materials used and complete instructions with photos. The organization provides easy access to information with step-by-step directions and 600 full-color photos for clear understanding. Easy projects allow the reader to try the techniques in each section. Galleries of decorated cakes by various artists offer the reader examples and inspiration to pursue the hobby for themselves.


The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting

The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting

Author: Sarah Veblen

Publisher: Creative Publishing international

Published: 2012-01-01

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 1610581776

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The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting is the ultimate reference for fitting test garments and transferring accurate adjustments to patterns. No matter what size or shape you are, wearing garments that fit perfectly makes you look and feel better. Rather than making commonly accepted changes to a commercial pattern, the method presented in this guide focuses on the way a test garment fits the body. The fabric is manipulated to improve the fit, and then those specific changes are made to the pattern. The result: patterns that fit perfectly! With The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting, you'll learn: The importance of a fitting axis and how to use it during a fitting How to recognize fitting issues, such as drag lines and folds How to manipulate fabric to solve common and unusual fitting problems How to transfer the fitting changes to your pattern easily Basic pattern-making skills to ensure accurate alterations See the fitting process from start to finish on basic garments, fitted on real people. Then follow fitting solutions on different body types. Hundreds of large color photos illustrate the techniques and concepts in simple step-by-step instructions. With these lessons, you will get the perfect fit for any body.


The Complete Photo Guide to Window Treatments

The Complete Photo Guide to Window Treatments

Author: Linda Neubauer

Publisher: Creative Publishing international

Published: 2011-01-04

Total Pages: 129

ISBN-13: 1616733225

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The most comprehensive DIY window book on the market The Complete Photo Guide to Window Treatments makes it easy to choose and construct today's most popular window treatments - 20 styles of valances, swags, and cornices; 20 styles of curtains and draperies; plus 10 types of window shades. Room photographs show each style in a variety of decorating styles, fabrics, and hardware. Each project has step-by-step instructions from beginning to end: measuring the window, cutting the fabric with confidence, sewing or constructing the project, and installing the treatment the professional way. Over 500 how-to photographs and diagrams make it easy to have professional results. This is the big book of DIY window treatments!


The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet

The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet

Author: Margaret Hubert

Publisher: Creative Publishing international

Published: 2011-01-04

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 1616738154

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This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet. This book provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, filet, intermeshing, broomstick lace, bruges lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Also provides instructions and patterns for 50 projects for garments, accessories, and décor items.


The Complete Photo Guide to Clothing Construction

The Complete Photo Guide to Clothing Construction

Author: Christine Haynes

Publisher: Creative Publishing international

Published: 2014-02-01

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 1610588703

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The Complete Photo Guide to Clothing Construction helps you master all of the techniques needed to sew clothes--including tops, dresses, pants, skirts, and even outerwear. This technique-driven book follows the entire process of clothing construction, including a section on the sewing machine and other tools/materials used, information on working with patterns and fitting, laying out the pattern pieces, cutting and marking, and on through every step of construction to the final button. Large, detailed photos guide you from start to finish and help give you a visual basis for learning the skills. This comprehensive guide is a long-lasting reference for anyone who sews clothes. It fills in all the technique details not supplied by manufacturers of the clothing patterns that most sewers use for all of their projects. The Complete Photo Guide to Clothing Construction explains the reasons behind the methods, warns of pitfalls to watch out for, and provides you with valuable tips that help you reach a satisfying, successful end with every project. Examples show both men's and women's fashions as well as children's clothes.


The Complete Book of Jewelry Making

The Complete Book of Jewelry Making

Author: Carles Codina

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 1579903045

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An illustrated introduction to the art of making jewelry, providing a review of metallurgy, describing basic and advanced techniques, examining various surfaces, and including step-by-step instructions for several projects.


First Time Jewelry Making

First Time Jewelry Making

Author: Tammy Powley

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA

Published: 2019-03-26

Total Pages: 131

ISBN-13: 1631596993

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Learn to create your own amazing designs with the expert guidance of jewelry-maker Tammy Powley. These detailed descriptions of materials and easy step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques will have you making earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and more in no time! First Time Jewelry Making guides you through the basics for a variety of jewelry mediums and methods, from bead stringing and wirework to chain making, metalwork, resin, and more. Simple projects like the Red Rhapsody Beaded Chain Bracelet, the Silver Metal Clay Link Earrings, and the Japanese Paper Ladybug Resin Pendant introduce you to skills you’ll use often as you continue to learn about and explore jewelry making. With First Time Jewelry Making, you’ll soon be creating your own jewelry designs with confidence.