Fashion category: 1172 books
Loom Magic!
25 Awesome, Never-Before-Seen Designs for an Amazing Rainbow of Projects
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2013
This book includes twenty-five new rubber band loom projects, including bracelets, sports-themed charms, key rings, pendants, and even a working slingshot. New crafters and dedicated fans will enjoy creating the wide variety of projects in this collection, including:
Cell phone case
Daisy chain...
Pants for Real People
Fit and Sew for Any Body
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2012
This pattern book features step-by-step instructions on fitting and sewing pants for women of all body types using the twin techniques of tissue fitting and fabric fitting. Important sewing choices are highlighted, including choosing fabrics, selecting appropriate alteration tools, and finding styles...
Knitting Socks from Around the World
25 Patterns in a Variety of Styles and Techniques
Language: English
Release Date: July 30, 2011
This book collects 25 fantastic patterns for socks inspired by knitting traditions from around the world. Patterns from top designers including Star Athena, Beth Brown-Reinsel, Candace Eisner Strick, Chrissy Gardiner, Janel Laidman and Anna Zilboorg are featured, along with an introduction from Nancy Bush, author of Folk Socks.
Amy Butler's In Stitches
More Than 25 Simple and Stylish Sewing Projects
Language: English
Release Date: August 6, 2013
Celebrated designer Amy Butler brings her fresh, modern style to the timeless craft of sewing. In this lavishly illustrated collection of patterns, she presents more than 25 charming projects ranging from cushy floor cushions to smart aprons to stylish handbags. Lush photographs inspire, while how-to...
by Melissa Jones
Language: English
Release Date: January 24, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: January 24, 2013
This book covers several topics including:
- Beauty Salon Business Plan - Choosing Your Beauty Salon - Ideas for Beauty Salon Names - Salon Design Layouts - Advertising Ideas for Salons
and so much more!
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Cupcakes and Cashmere
A Guide for Defining Your Style, Reinventing Your Space, and Entertaining with Ease
Language: English
Release Date: July 20, 2012
Based on Emily Schuman’s popular lifestyle blog of the same name, Cupcakes and Cashmere is the must-have guide for those looking to establish their own sense of style, organize and decorate their home, or throw an easy and stylish party. Organized by season, the book expands on Schuman’s blog...
by Janet Ward, Martin Shoben
Language: English
Release Date: August 21, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: August 21, 2012
Major changes have occurred in the last few years in the methods of cutting and manufacturing outerwear. Light clothing companies are now manufacturing these heavy garments because of the development of fusible interlinings and new manufacturing techniques which have resulted in the deskilling of...
Nail Art Projects
Eye-catching and stylish designs by salon professionals
Language: English
Release Date: July 29, 2016
This book includes beautifully photographed nail projects and step-by-step instructions for over 20 unique designs. Additionally, there are extra nail art tips and tricks from prominent nail art technicians to help you achieve flawless execution of all the projects. A beginner to a professional manicurist can use this book as a source of inspiration and a guide to modern nail art techniques.
Eccentric Glamour
Creating an Insanely More Fabulous You
Language: English
Release Date: April 8, 2008
Glamorous eccentrics are irresistible people. They are irreverent, occasionally impertinent, a tad mysterious, charming, often self-invented, good at applying eyeliner, and above all nonconformist. They are a fabulous confection of style, self-empowerment, and black patent sling backs. Everyone wants...
The Diary of a Nose
A Year in the Life of a Parfumeur
Language: English
Release Date: January 22, 2013
An intimate exploration of inspiration and creativity, from the "parfumeur exclusif" of the house of Hermès. A scent has incantatory powers, capable of transporting you to your past, of kindling fantasies, of creating a vivid mise en scène—literally out of thin air. In the hands of the truly great,...
Serpentine Socks
E-Pattern from Socks from the Toe Up
Language: English
Release Date: December 13, 2011
The "snakes" on these socks aren't poisonous, and they wouldn't dream of hurting you. They are actually very obedient and fall into place nicely as you knit. Use a light-colored yarn to highlight the textured pattern.
Suggested materials include 1/fine yarn and 2 size 2 US (2.75mm) circular needles (or one long circular needle). Fits sizes small (7 1/2"), medium (8"), and large (8 1/2").
by Ida Riley Duncan
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
A detailed guide to dressmaking, being a handbook of pattern drafting and design. Extensively illustrated with simple, useful diagrams and step-by-step instructions, this volume is ideal for those with little previous experience, and would make for a fantastic addition to the bookshelf of today's...
by Nancy Zieman
Language: English
Release Date: June 23, 2008
Language: English
Release Date: June 23, 2008
Nancy Zieman's pattern fitting approach is easy - no cutting, slashing, tucking or pinching-just logical and easy pivot-and-slide techniques, providing a painless method to follow that results in a garment that is comfortable and attractive. Once you learn Nancy's techniques for fitting, you will...
by Various
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
This book contains a vintage guide to making clothes for men, with information on tools, materials, different styles, fitting, cutting, and much more. With step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations, this volume is ideal for the novice tailor, and would make for a worthy addition to collections...