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"Each of these 32 projects takes only 24 hours or less to sew, but the results can be used and cherished for years. Full-color photos illustrate simple directions for making accessories for the kitchen, bedroom, bath, and nursery, plus Christmas ornaments and gifts, including purses and totes, a quilt, and other items"--
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Television has introduced the world to a new fashion authority: Tim Gunn. As Bravo's style mentor and Chair of the Fashion Design Department at Parsons The New School for Design, Tim delivers advice in a frank, witty, and authoritative manner that delights audiences.
Now readers can benefit from Tim's considerable fashion wisdom in Tim Gunn: A Guide to Quality, Taste & Style. He discusses every aspect of creating and maintaining your personal style:...
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A simple guide for knitters of all shapes, sizes, and skill levels that builds confidence and shows how to make sweaters you love and love to wear.
When knitting superstar Amy Herzog gets complimented on her hand-knit sweaters, the compliments are often followed by "but I could never knit that." Now, you can! You Can Knit That is a clear, simple reference book and pattern collection that gives knitters the sweater-making confidence...
When knitting superstar Amy Herzog gets complimented on her hand-knit sweaters, the compliments are often followed by "but I could never knit that." Now, you can! You Can Knit That is a clear, simple reference book and pattern collection that gives knitters the sweater-making confidence...
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In Knitted Socks East and West, author Judy Sumner compares knitting a sock to writing a haiku: both challenge you to create something beautiful and original within a sparse, strict format. In this, her first book, she recounts how she came to study hundreds of exquisite Japanese stitch patters and then apply her new knowledge to the sock designs showcased here. Whether short or long, fine or bulky, simple or complex, each of the 30 designs in Knitted...
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The technique of Embossed Crochet creates a textured fabric where the beauty of knitted cable leaves have been translated to crochet. This book includes 10 fashion designs such as a scarf, cowl, vest, handbags, blankets and hat, made using light- and worsted-weight yarns. Written instructions as well illustrations, photos and symbol crochet are included to help you with this exciting new technique.
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Growing up in Cape Breton, on Canada's Atlantic coast, knitwear designer Robin Melanson learned early on the importance of gloves and mittens in a harsh winter climate. Now this self-described "mitten and glove aficionado" shares her enthusiasm for these ordinary items by presenting 28 extraordinary ways to make them for year-round style. Featuring gloves, mittens, arm warmers, mitts, and fingerless gloves, this is the second book in a new STC Craft...
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Felting is an ancient craft that enjoys an endless variety of forms and uses. Felt Fashion captures the art and sophistication that is possible with handmade felt, while keeping it simple and attainable for anyone to master. Whether it's a collar or an entire dress, each project is irresistible and brings felting to an entirely new level. The author demonstrates several basic felting techniques including: basic wet felting, needle felting, nuno, and...
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Accessories — the cherry on the cake for those seeking to finish off their vintage look to perfection. From hats and jewelry to bags and shoes, this essential addition to the popular Style Me Vintage series is fully dedicated to sourcing and wearing accessories from a range of periods. Vintage accessory is a fast-growing market, and it is now easy for anyone to collect and wear period treasures. While there are many great finds to be made it's also...
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Etsy Selling: Hair Style Accessories & Services On Etsy & Beyond Zero Cost Marketing Selling On Etsy, Pinterest & eBay This is a 2 In 1 box set compilation of 2 books. This compilation includes Mary Kay Hunziger's 2 titles: Book 1: Hair Guide: Home Based Jobs & Marketing from Pinterest, Etsy & Beyond Book 2: Crafting Is Like you! Mary Kay Hunziger is one of America's most passionate advocates of turning simple hair projects into profitable from passion...
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Warum öffnet sich der Himmel über uns, wenn wir unser Lieblingsparfum auflegen? Was hat Glockengeläut am Ostermorgen mit einer Kreation von Estée Lauder zu tun? Und weshalb können wir manche Leute einfach nicht riechen? Das kleine Buch der großen Parfums präsentiert einhundert legendäre Klassiker und ist eine fundierte Einführung in die Welt der Parfümerie. Von Angel bis Vol de Nuit, vom scheuen Blumenduft über das männliche Urparfum bis...
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When we get dressed, we don't have to do it so much to wear something, but we have to choose the right fabrics, clothes for the right occasion and the exact match. This is why we present three fabrics that are always at the forefront in the world of fashion and everyday wear: silk, linen, cotton. These three fabrics are used purely in the summer and mid-season, giving a sense of freshness and lightness to those who wear them, therefore wearable all...
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Have you ever wanted to escape into a comic book and become your favourite superhero? Or run away into the world of Disney princesses? Well, who says you can't? Maybe it's time you get your cosplay on! Cosplay is a hobby that is sweeping the globe, you can see it at comic cons, book launches, movie screenings and even on popular TV shows such as “The Big Bang Theory” and “Community”. A mix of exciting craft skills, heady escapism and passion...
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Are you tired of overspending on clothes yet still looking average? Make no mistake, you are beautiful regardless of what you wear. But when you spend $100+ for an outfit, you want it to look more than average. No one wants to spend a lot for clothing. That's where Goodwill comes in! Goodwill organizations across the country do good for both people and the communities in which they reside. They are also the ultimate retail location for getting great...
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This charming book contains a detailed guide to the various styles of trimmings used in millinery and hatmaking. Chapters contained herein include: 'General Trimmings used in Millinery', 'Ribbon Trimmings', 'Smart Ribbon Trimmings for Modern Millinery', 'Ribbon Loops as Trimmings', 'The Making of Ribbon Trimmings', 'Bow Trimmings', 'Attractive Corded Shirring', et cetera. This book continues to have educational value, and is proudly republished with...
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The next book in the successful Style Me Vintage series is designed to inspire re-enactors and all those vintage aficionados who admire the classic looks of the 1940s. This beautiful and accessible book looks at how to source and put together 1940s outfits — from how to create the elaborate hairstyles and how to apply the correct make-up to sourcing the right accessories and authentic clothing, even undergarments. Featuring beautiful original photography,...
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This book contains a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to designing and making a turban. Easy to digest and aimed at the beginner, this guide is perfect for the amateur milliner and constitutes a must-read for anyone intent on handcrafting turbans. The information contained herein is primarily for the creation of soft crowned and blocked Turbans. Styles for draping the front are also given, but many other arrangements are possible, according to the...
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Fun, Avant-Garde Sweater Shrug without Knitting is a book for those who like adventures, especially ones that do not cost a lot of money. This book is for the person who loves to wear sweaters and shrugs. The person does not have to be a knitter to make his or her own sweater or shrug. The book easily describes the simple process that allows a sweater or shrug to be made. Plenty of photos and images giving detailed directions in picture form allows...
20) Handbag Designer 101: Everything You Need to Know About Designing, Making, and Marketing Handbags
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Handbag Designer 101 is the bible for handbag designers or women who aspire to make their own bags. Included in the book are instructions for creating the fifteen essential bag styles-clutch, hobo, tote, and more-made simple with easy-to-follow how-to illustrations, suggested difficulty levels, and color photography. Advice from famous bag designers and today's hottest indie designers accompany each pattern.Also included is the inside scoop on turning...