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Mending with love : creative repairs for your favorite things / by Misumi, Noriko,author.; Marsden, Nancy,translator.; translation of:Misumi, Noriko.Tsukurou kurashi.English.;
This book shows you how to apply embroidery, patching, darning, felting, stamping, and a little crochet to worn pieces of clothing or household items. Instead of stowing or throwing away damaged pieces that hold happy memories, you can employ these sustainable ideas to give them a new life. With this book, you'll learn how to repair knitted and woven fabrics; work with flat and curved surfaces; repair comfy, well-made socks and gloves; make a statement with creative patching; fill in holes with roving using felting techniques; use embroidery to visibly mend frays or damage from the odd cat claw; apply other tips and techniques to torn, worn, or stained favorites.
Subjects: Clothing and dress; Sewing.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Mom crafts : DIY crafts for the expectant mom /
Featuring 20 projects to hand-make with love, it includes sewing, quilting, knitting, and embroidery crafts for the newborn, nursery, and mom herself. They range from a high-contrast fabric floor quilt perfect for tummy time and matching, knitted strawberry hat and booties for the baby to a felt night sky mobile for the nursery and a maternity pillow and a lightweight infinity nursing scarf for the mom. Perfect for beginners, the well-illustrated collection includes crafting basics, a stitch gallery, templates, and ideas for personalizing the gifts.
Subjects: Handicrafts.; Sewing.; Knitting.; Textile crafts.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Easy masks to sew : sizes and styles to make for kids and adults / by Boutique-Sha,author.;
"Learn how to make fabric face masks with this collection of simple designs that are quick and easy to sew. This book includes three basic styles--classic, pleated, and contoured--allowing you to choose the mask design best suited for your personal preferences and comfort. Each mask style is available in different sizes, so you can make masks for everyone in your family, from kids to adults. Personalize the design and incorporate your favorite fabrics or add special details, like appliqué or embroidery. You can even create a face mask to match your outfit!"--Back cover.
Subjects: Mask making.; Sewing.; Protective clothing.; Medical supplies.; COVID-19 (Disease);
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Elevate your scrap sewing projects : 20+ beautiful techniques using your fabric stash / by Harrison, Sallieann,author.;
"Use your sewing scrap fabrics to make impressive, out-of-the-box sewing projects that will wow! Elevate Your Scrap Sewing Projects is filled with 10 super cute projects, from wallets and cushions to pouches, baskets, quilts, soft toys, and more, that include step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and expert tips to ensure success. You'll also learn and practice 20 sewing techniques for basket weaving, angled pleats, patchwork piecing, hand embroidery, tiny applique, and other skills. Using both hand and machine techniques to make unique accessories, this is a must-have guide for crafters of every skill level to make something amazing!"--
Subjects: Handicraft.; Patchwork.; Quilting.; Scrap materials.; Sewing.; Textile crafts.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Sewing clothes : elevate your sewing skills : a master class in finishing, embellishing, and the details / by Mahon, Joi,author.;
"Elevate your sewing with this comprehensive how-to guide! This comprehensive book for sewists who want to up their game features more than 30 different techniques to learn that will elevate your stitch work! From changing design lines to honeycomb smocking, you'll find clear and easy instruction for each technique, with illustration or photo step-outs to guide you as you work. Included is a stitch dictionary for couture work and unique embroidery detailing, a useful chart for handling and sewing a variety of couture fabrics, and more. Zippers, edge finishing and embellishments, beading, bead and sequins, stitches and seams--nothing is forgotten in this complete guide. Revisit some well-known techniques with a new twist on style, with Sewing Clothes--Elevate Your Sewing Skills!" --
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Clothing and dress.; Dressmaking.; Sewing.;
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Colours in Her Hands [electronic resource] : by Zorn, Alice.aut; cloudLibrary;
A witty, layered and compelling novel about a woman with Down Syndrome, exploring textile art, sibling relationships, good intentions gone awry, and friendships. What is intellectual disability? Ask Bruno, who is at his wits' end trying to predict what his sister, Mina, will do next. Ask Iris, who is entranced by the wildly inventive embroidery Mina creates. Ask Gabriela, who loves Mina and disagrees when Bruno uses Mina's constant demands as an excuse not to have a child. Meet Mina in her overstuffed Montreal apartment, surrounded by her treasures. She knows she is the best paper sorter at the recycling plant where she works. She is proud to be diabetic but equally happy to cheat on her diet. The colours she stitches hum with life. Colours in Her Hands is a nuanced and thought-provoking novel about family, about art, about questioning the way the world treats those who are different. With an unforgettable voice, Mina navigates the labyrinth that society sets for her with dignity, inventiveness, and aplomb.A witty, layered and compelling novel about a woman with Down Syndrome, exploring textile art, sibling relationships, good intentions gone awry, and friendships. What is intellectual disability? Ask Bruno, who is at his wits' end trying to predict what his sister, Mina, will do next. Ask Iris, who is entranced by the wildly inventive embroidery Mina creates. Ask Gabriela, who loves Mina and disagrees when Bruno uses Mina's constant demands as an excuse not to have a child. Meet Mina in her overstuffed Montreal apartment, surrounded by her treasures. She knows she is the best paper sorter at the recycling plant where she works. She is proud to be diabetic but equally happy to cheat on her diet. The colours she stitches hum with life. Colours in Her Hands is a nuanced and thought-provoking novel about family, about art, about questioning the way the world treats those who are different. With an unforgettable voice, Mina navigates the labyrinth that society sets for her with dignity, inventiveness, and aplomb.General adult.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Literary;
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Knitted nursery : 35 gorgeous designs for furnishings, clothes, and toys / by Porter, Melanie,author.; revision of:Porter, Melanie.Hand-knitted nursery.;
Knitting provides a great way of injecting style and color into interiors while also adding warmth and comfort, making it the perfect method of decorating a nursery. Here Melanie Porter presents a collection of hand-knitted nursery room projects, as well as baby clothes and toys. The book is divided into two sections: For Baby's Room, which is inspired by vintage color palettes, and Toddler's Room, which includes contemporary and vibrant designs. Discover patterns to cover baskets, hooks, and coat hangers, as well as blankets for both mother and baby, rugs, and pillows. Make gorgeous decorations, from a mobile and hanging pompoms to letter wall art and embroidery hoop pinboards. Classic baby knits are included, booties, hats, and mitts-and toys, such as knitted blocks and even a rocking sheep! The comprehensive techniques section covers the basics for beginners and acts as a helpful reference guide for experienced knitters.
Subjects: Infants' clothing.; Knitting.; Knitwear.; Soft toy making.;
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How to knit beautiful bags : 22 gorgeous designs / by Brown, Sian,author.;
Knitted and crocheted accessories are totally on trend, and bags are particularly popular. They are relatively quick to make and knitters of all abilities can try new techniques that don't take too long to complete. Sian Brown has created 22 beautiful designs in a range of sizes and styles, suitable for beginners as well as more experienced knitters. They include colorwork, lace, cables and texture stitches, and are knitted using a variety of different yarns. All the bags are beautifully finished with coordinating fabric linings, pockets, and wadding to help them keep their shape, and are embellished with knitted flowers, buttons, bows and pompoms. There is a range of designs to choose from, including simple bags, totes, summer bags and evening bags, and the extensive techniques section at the back of the book provides step-by-step guidance on colorwork; embellishments such as surface embroidery, beads, knitted flowers and pompoms; making up and lining your bag; how to attach zips, buttons and other fastenings; and plaited cords and handles. Sian's delightfully fresh and appealing designs and attention to detail make this an attractive book for all knitters.
Subjects: Handbags.; Knitting;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Handmade glamping : add a touch of glamour to your camping trip with these 35 gorgeous craft projects / by Liddle, Charlotte,author.; Hopping, Lucy,author.;
"Using a variety of crafting techniques including knitting, crochet, quilting, embroidery, patchwork, and appliqué, Charlotte Liddle and Lucy Hopping have created a wonderful range of accessories that will bring retro charm to your idyllic country getaway. Whether you fancy a quiet retreat to secluded beaches or are off to live it up at the summer festivals, you will find something to make your home-away-from-home-look-stunning, and feel cozy and comfortable. Divided into four chapters, Handmade Glamping starts with Recycling and Repurposing, which will show you how to make some stunning embroidered curtains using vintage fabrics, or the hexagonal patchwork scatter pillows to put on the camp bed. In Campfire Cooking there is everything you'll need for a romantic meal under the stars, including decorated plates, quilted placemats, and a picnic bag. Pretty Decorations has crocheted bunting to string outside, a cute cross-stitch picture to hang inside, and pretty storage ideas for small spaces that recycle jam jars and other household items. Finally, Outdoor Living comes with ideas for candle holders, a tent tidy, a wind break, and even a reupholstered deck chair.' --Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Camping; Decoration and ornament.; Handicraft.;
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Mending with kids : patching, painting, sewing & other kid-friendly techniques / by Levy, Nami,author.; Marsden, Nancy(Translator),translator.; translation of:Levy, Nami.Kodomofuku wo otsukuroi.English.;
"Mending With Kids shows you how to take torn, stained and outgrown kids' clothes and make them better than before using a variety of simple techniques that you can actually do with your kids. This book is filled with helpful tips and techniques for patching, collage (with felt and fabrics), iron-ons, stenciling, darning, embroidery, hand-painting, and much more! Best of all, most of these techniques are easy enough for kids to join in and put their personal stamp on their clothes, which they absolutely love doing! And with your supervision, they'll pick up practical skills along the way. Templates for patches and stencils are included (and kids can trace things you have at home, like puzzle pieces and other fun shapes to expand their creative options). You'll even find a couple of zipper repair techniques to try out before going the replacement route, as well as easy stitching and darning techniques. You will love the chance to preserve and prolong your kids' wardrobe, and kids will love the chance to participate in saving the environment, exercising their creativity and having clothes that are special and unique (all while saving you some money!). It's a win-win-win collaboration, you, your kids, and this book"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Children's clothing; Clothing and dress; Handicraft for children.; Patchwork.; Sewing;
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