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The gown : a novel of the royal wedding / by Robson, Jennifer,1970-author.;
Includes bibliographical references."London, 1947: Besieged by the harshest winter in living memory, burdened by onerous shortages and rationing, the people of postwar Britain are enduring lives of quiet desperation despite their nation's recent victory. Among them are Ann Hughes and Miriam Dassin, embroiderers at the famed Mayfair fashion house of Norman Hartnell. Together they forge an unlikely friendship, but their nascent hopes for a brighter future are tested when they are chosen for a once-in-a-lifetime honor: taking part in the creation of Princess Elizabeth's wedding gown. Toronto, 2016: More than half a century later, Heather Mackenzie seeks to unravel the mystery of a set of embroidered flowers, a legacy from her late grandmother. How did her beloved Nan, a woman who never spoke of her old life in Britain, come to possess the priceless embroideries that so closely resemble the motifs on the stunning gown worn by Queen Elizabeth II at her wedding almost seventy years before? And what was her Nan's connection to the celebrated textile artist and holocaust survivor Miriam Dassin?" -- Amazon.com.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain, 1926-; Philip, Prince, consort of Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain, 1921-; Marriages of royalty and nobility; Embroidery; Textile industry; Wedding costume; Grandparent and child; Family secrets;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 4
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Wicked stitch / by Lee, Amanda;
Subjects: Detective and mystery stories.; Singer, Marcy (Fictitious character); Storekeepers; Murder; Specialty stores; Needleworkers; Storekeepers; Craft shops; Police;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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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);
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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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.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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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.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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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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