Sew & Stow : 31 Fun Sewing Projects to Carry, Hold, and Organize Your Stuff, Your Home, and Yourself!
معرفی کتاب «Sew & Stow : 31 Fun Sewing Projects to Carry, Hold, and Organize Your Stuff, Your Home, and Yourself!» نوشتهٔ Oppenheimer, Betty، منتشرشده توسط نشر Storey Publishing در سال 2008. این کتاب در فرمت epub، زبان انگلیسی ارائه شده است.
feltmaking Is The Magical Transformation Of A Loose Pile Of Wool Fi Bers Into A Durable, Alluring Nonwoven Fabric. An Ancient Process That Continues To Work Its Wonder On Modern Artisans And Crafters, Feltmaking Produces A Flannel-like Fabric With A Tactile Appeal Like Nothing Else.
how Is This Fabric Alchemy Accomplished? The Feltmaker Adds A Little Soap And Water To The Wool, Presses The Fibers Until They Tangle Together And Hold The Shape Of Cloth, And Then Vigorously Works, Or Fulls, The Cloth Until It Shrinks And Strengthens To The Desired Shape.
in uniquely Felt, Christine White, A Professional Teacher And Feltmaker, Gathers Her Considerable Knowledge Of The Craft To Write The Comprehensive Guide To All Things Felt. She Describes The Equipment, Explores Concepts And Theories Of Felting, And Thoroughly Covers All Felting Techniques, Including Traditional, Needle, Three-dimensional Seamless, Nuno, Cobweb, Carved, And Beede Ball.
and Then There Are The Projects — Handsome, Indestructible Bags; Nuno Shawls That Marry Soft Wool Fibers And Wispy Silks; Bright Picnic Blankets And Plush Bath Mats; Lacy Curtains Made With Impossibly Sheer Cobweb Felt. Every Project Is Striking In Its Fabulous Depth Of Color And Purity Of Form. There Are No Stitches, No Seams, And No Signs Of Woven Cloth — Just A Wonderful, Flowing Piece Of Textile Art.
the Basic Steps Of Feltmaking Are Simple Enough To Learn In An Afternoon, But The Infinite Possibilities In Every New Pile Of Fiber Keep Enthusiasts Fascinated For A Lifetime. The Process Always Begins The Same Way, But The Fibers Make The Felting Journey Unique Every Time. This Book Is The Ultimate Guide To That Magical Adventure.
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if Any Book Deserves To Be Called The Felt Maker's Bible, This Is It. White, Founder Of Magpie Designs Felting Studio (www.magpiefelt.com), Pours A Rich Draught Of Felt-making Information Into This Manual, Covering Basic Felt-making Techniques As Well As Needle, Nuno, Cobweb, 3-d, And Carved Techniques And Featuring 46 Projects. But What Makes This A Title Of Lasting Value For Libraries Is The Depth Of Solid Information It Offers On The Craft And Its History, On Various Artists, And On Related Topics Like Setting Up A Felt-making Studio, Teaching Felt Making, And Leading Community Felt-making Projects. Highly Recommended For Large Public And Academic Libraries.
In 2006, Judith Durant delighted knitters everywhere with her collection One-Skein Wonders: 101 Yarn Shop Favorites. At last, knitters had a rich array of fun, festive patterns for all those yarn "orphans"— single skeins purchased on impulse or left over from long-finished projects.
With knitters clamoring for even more of these imaginative patterns, Durant has tapped into a wide circle of knitwear designers across the country to compile a totally fresh collection of enchanting projects. Once again, the excitement of small-scale possibility will attract knitters of all skill levels. Like its predecessor, 101 Designer One-Skein Wonders offers patterns for small projects that can be completed with a single skein of yarn.
These designer projects range from the adorable to the elegant. The book includes plenty of patterns for those never-can-have-enough items: hats, scarves, bags, and shawls. It also highlights the unexpected: a useful knitted notebook cover, a fun-to-wear mitered square belt with beads, and an elegant ring bearer pillow. There's something for everyone here — from the novice knitter to the experienced yarn artisan.
With patterns arranged by yarn weight, knitters will easily find broad ranges of possibilities for their particular single skeins. A full-color gallery features detailed photographs of all 101 projects, allowing knitters to browse through all the patterns quickly to find the perfect match for each skein.
The patterns in 101 Designer One-Skein Wonders are practical and fun. They're ideal weekend projects, perfect to give as gifts or wear and enjoy. Because they're small enough to fit in a tote bag, they're great to take on the run. Best of all, they offer simple solutions for that stash of single skeins every knitter has tucked away.
Whether the yarn was picked up on impulse — because it was on sale, or just too beautiful to resist — or left over from a project completed long ago, every skein of yarn cries out to be used. 101 Designer One-Skein Wonders offers the ultimate solution for converting those lonely skeins into knitted wonders.
Embroidery has never looked this good or been so colorful! And it’s never been so much fun to do. With inspiration and encouragement from designer and colorist Kristin Nicholas, would-be and experienced stitchers alike will find dozens of projects that add exuberance to every room in the house.
Nicholas’s collection opens with pillow covers in dancing colors on unexpected patterns and fabrics, such as stripes and plaids, velvets and corduroys. For kitchens, she offers a joyfully polka-dotted tea cozy or jewel-bright, purchased napkins and tablecloth creatively stitched with floral motifs. Personalized wedding gifts include a luxurious, monogrammed cashmere throw and his-and-hers hot water bottle covers; or for the perfect baby gift, a cozy matching blanket and teddy bear set.
Many projects feature fabrics from flea markets and thrift shops, with complete how-to on hand-felting and hand-dyeing sweaters and blankets for the very softest, most colorful look. With her ribbon-stitched craft boxes (perfect for scrapbookers), embroidered stationery, and even a pair of espadrilles, the author explores an exciting world of embroidering on unexpected surfaces and materials.
Nicholas encourages readers to find inspiration in whatever pleases them—gardens, nature, ceramics, architecture, ethnic and vintage textiles, postcards and magazines—and to use that inspiration as the basis for this new spin on traditional stitchery. This is the craft book for every creative person who loves fibers and fabrics, and itches to counterbalance the teched-up part of their lives by using their hands for selfexpression and personal fulfillment.
urban Sewing Lounges And Stitch-centered Bridal Showers Point To The Rebirth Of Sewing. A New Generation Has Finally Picked Up Needle And Thread, And They're Ready To Sew. And Why Not? With A Basic Machine And A Little Know-how, Crafters Can Make Stylish And Utterly Distinct Items.
In sew & Stow: 30 Fun Projects To Carry, Hold, And Organize Your Stuff, Your Home, And Yourself!, Betty Oppenheimer, An Avid Crafter And Sewer, Shares 30 Of Her Favorite Patterns, Including Functional Items For The Home, Workshop, Camp, And Garden. From Aprons To Hammocks, And From Lunch Totes To Laundry Bags, Oppenheimer's Projects Will Help Crafters Get Organized And Help The Planet With A Wide Assortment Of Reusable Totes, Carry-alls, And Shopping Bags.
Oppenheimer Includes Fuss-free Patterns For Everyday Necessities, As Well As One-of-a-kind Items Not Often Found In Sewing Books — A Log Tote For A Strapping Lumberjack, A Stadium Seat For The Sports Enthusiast, And A Dog Bed For That Favorite Furry Friend. Her Projects Will Appeal To Novice And Expert Crafters Alike; Each Pattern Includes Step-by-step Instructions And Illustrations, And Each Can Be Completed In Just A Few Hours. Projects Are Presented With Fresh, Contemporary Fabrics, And Are Sure To Delight Even The Most Trendsetting Crafter. With Oppenheimer's Help, Anyone Can Turn A Swatch Of Fabric Into A Practical — And Eye-catching — Item That Can Be Used Again And Again.
sew & Stow Includes Everything Today's Sewer Needs To Move Beyond The Mass Produced, And To Create Items That Are Functional, Fabulous, And Ecofriendly!
there Are Lonely, Single Skeins Of Yarn In Every Knitter’s Closet — Casualties Of Projects Discarded In Mid-row, Single Balls Of Luscious Alpaca Or Cashmere That Was Too Expensive To Buy More Than One, The Leftovers From Long-completed Projects. Wherever They Came From, Those Single Skeins Are A Minor Source Of Guilt For Knitters Everywhere. They Really Should Be Used, But For What?
here Are 101 Original And Charming Solutions To The Perpetual One-skein Problem. Contributed By Yarn Shops Across The Country, There Are Hats, Mittens, Scarves, Bags, Socks, Ponchos, Baby Sweaters, Belts, Headbands, A Cell Phone Carrier, And Even A Tea Cozy And A Set Of Coasters For The Home. A Scrapbook Of Tastes And Styles That Celebrates The Ingenuity Of Knitters Nationwide, This Is A Collection With Appeal For Every Type Of Stitcher.
with Patterns Arranged By Yarn Weight, Knitters Will Easily Find Broad Ranges Of Possibilities For Their Particular Yarn Orphans. Each Pattern Includes The Names Of The Contributing Yarn Shop And The Designer, And A Black-and-white Image Of The Completed Project.
101 Small, Sweet Patterns — Enough To Take Care Of The Single Skeins In Everyone’s Collection And Prove Once And For All That There Is No Such Thing As Leftover Yarn!
There are lonely, single skeins of yarn in every knitter’s closet -- casualties of projects discarded in mid-row, single balls of luscious alpaca or cashmere that was too expensive to buy more than one, the leftovers from long-completed projects. Wherever they came from, those single skeins are a minor source of guilt for knitters everywhere. They really should be used, but for what? Here are 101 original and charming solutions to the perpetual one-skein problem. Contributed by yarn shops across the country, there are hats, mittens, scarves, bags, socks, ponchos, baby sweaters, belts, headbands, a cell phone carrier, and even a tea cozy and a set of coasters for the home. A scrapbook of tastes and styles that celebrates the ingenuity of knitters nationwide, this is a collection with appeal for every type of stitcher. With patterns arranged by yarn weight, knitters will easily find broad ranges of possibilities for their particular yarn orphans. Each pattern includes the names of the contributing yarn shop and the designer, and a black-and-white image of the completed project. 101 small, sweet patterns -- enough to take care of the single skeins in everyone’s collection and prove once and for all that there is no such thing as leftover yarn! There are lonely, single skeins of yarn in every knitters closet casualties of projects discarded in mid-row, single balls of alpaca or cashmere because you can't afford more than one, the leftovers from long-completed projects. They really should be used, but for what? Here are 101 original and charming solutions to the perpetual one-skein problem. Contributed by yarn shops across the United States, these patterns include hats, mittens, scarves, bags, socks, baby sweaters, belts, headbands, a cell phone carrier, and even a tea cozy and a set of coasters, each using just a single skein of yarn. With patterns arranged by yarn weight, you'll easily find broad ranges of possibilities for your particular yarn orphans. Each pattern includes the names of the contributing yarn shop and the designer and an image of the completed project. The magic of felt. The possibilities in a loose pile of wool fibers are endless. Add water and a little soap and you will be amazed at the ease with which you can creat a pretty picnic blanket or simple placemats. Get to know the properties of the wool better and you can coax it into a seamless pillow cover or handbag. Apply nuno or cobwebbing techniques to create fabulous scarves, shawls, and curtains. Uniquely Fetl is the ultimate guide for every crafter drawn to the magical interplay of wool, water, and human hands. Christine White describes the equipment, explores the concepts and theories of felting, and thoroughly explains all the techniques-traditional, needle, 3-D seamless, nuno, cobweb, carved, and Beedle ball. Forty-eight fabulous projects offer something for every fiber artist Blending expert advice with inspiring designs, Sew What! Skirts will delight both novice and veteran sewers alike. This spiral-bound book lays flat for easy reference and features full-color photographs of 16 sample skirts, with illustrated step-by-step instructions for completing each one. Encouraging you to experiment with bold patterns and unique fabrics, Francesca DenHartog and Carole Ann Camp provide simple guidelines for translating body measurements into panel dimensions. Create a custom-tailored wardrobe that fits perfectly and showcases your unique and personal style. Indulge your passion for sewing as you clear your life of clutter. Whatever your experience and wherever the mess, you can sew up a cloth sack or organizer to fit your needs. Gardening tools, groceries, shoes, toys, jewelry, and more will find new homes in these colorful and reusable handmade alternatives to mass-produced products. With Betty Oppenheimer's easy-to-follow instructions for 31 fun and functional projects, you'll be inspired to break out your needles and create a more organized, bright, and eco-friendly home. Discover how easy it is to sew your own cozy wearables from fleece. With a creative approach that exploits fleece's forgiving and versatile attributes, Carol Jessop and Chaila Sekora present easy-to-follow instructions for 30 simple and fun projects that include hats, scarves, robes, yoga pants, and even a dog jacket! Encouraging novice sewers to get in on the action while offering endless variations for those with more experience, Sew What! Fleece will add a new dimension of style and warmth to your crafting repertoire. Bright, welcoming, and suitable for all skill levels, this comprehensive guide includes a complete primer on feltmaking techniques, step-by-step instructions for 46 marvelous projects, and inspiring profiles of professional feltmakers. Learn how to transform loose piles of wool fibers into a durable, nonwoven fabric that can be shaped into stylish bags, hats, pillow covers, and more. A little soap and water are all you need to start turning your wool scraps into an imaginative variety of fun and creative projects. For every lonely skein there is a perfect small pattern. In this compilation by Judith Durant, knitwear designers from across the United States offer their favorite little projects — each designed to use just one ball of yarn. Hats, scarves, bags, shawls, mittens, pillows, and other One-Skein Wonders® make fun and portable weekend projects. All 101 designs are pictured in a full-color project gallery, while clear instructions make it easy for knitters of every skill level to tie up some loose ends. If you're like most knitters, you have lonely skeins of yarn in your closet — casualties of projects discarded mid-row or leftovers from long-completed pieces. Offering 101 charming designs that use just a single skein of yarn, Judith Durant shows you how to turn these extra bits of fiber into stylish hats, mittens, scarves, and tea cozies. Covering a wide range of tastes and styles, this collection will inspire you to dig out your orphan yarn and get stitching. A book that uses no patterns. The book directs the sewer how to measure the body for a great fit. No special patterns required. Readers own measurements are used. Highly recommended book for quick easy fitting basics for a wardrobe. Blouses, pajama pant, robe, mittens, skirts, etc., all included. Easy and well written directions will get a person on the way for a well rounded wardrobe made of different weights of fleece for year round wear! There are lonely, single skeins of yarn in every knitter's closet - casualties of projects discarded in mid-row, single balls of luscious alpaca or cashmere that was too expensive to buy more than one, the leftovers from long-completed projects. This work with a 24-page full-colour insert aims to provide 101 solutions to the one-skein problem. Suitable for would-be and experienced stitchers alike, this craft book features dozens of projects that add exuberance to every room in the house. It is useful for every creative person who loves fibres and fabrics, and itches to counterbalance the teched-up part of their lives by using their hands for self-expression and personal fulfilment. Includes fuss-free patterns for everyday necessities, as well as one-of-a-kind items - a log tote for a strapping lumberjack, a stadium seat for the sports enthusiast, and a dog bed for that favourite furry friend. This title helps crafters get organized and help the planet with a assortment of reusable totes, carry-alls, and shopping bags. In the Thick of It: Bulky-Weight Yarns Heavyweight Champs: Heavy Worsted Yarns Half-and-Half, Please: Worsted-Mohair Yarns For Better or Worsted: Worsted-Weight Yarns Gallery of Projects: Picture This Have a Ball: Sport-Weight Yarns Skinny Dipping: Fingering-Weight Yarns Variety Is the Spice of Life: Novelty Yarns Assuming no prior sewing experience, this work talks about 15 styles, ranging from an A-line to a circle, wraparound, gored panel, tiered "hippie," layered, and more. It contains photographs and step-by-step instructions. It features colourful array of patterns and motifs; and is intended for a budding seamstress. "Brought to you by your favorite knitwear designers, here are 101 playful patterns, each requiring only a single ball of yarn. So choose an orphan skein from your secret stash and start stitching lively scarves, bags, hats, shawls, and dozens of other fun little projects. Bet you can't knit just one!"--Back covergive Fleece A Chance!
feeling Hemmed In By Fragile Fabrics And Complicated Patterns? Versatile, Forgiving Fleece Allows You To Skip Right Past Difficult Linings, Traditional Seam Finishes, And Tedious Ironing. So Choose A Project, Add A Touch Of Personal Flair, And Sew Your Own Style!