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Patchwork [Bok / Inbunden]

In the world of textiles, knitted fabric is one of the most complicated to work with but also one of the most used. This is a book for all fashion lovers who, while fascinated by knitted fabric, have not dared to venture into this field as well as for advanced and professional knitters who want to systematically round off their knowledge. It includes all the steps necessary to create a knitted garment, from the choice of yarn to manufacturing apparel, explaining such things as how to use a flatbed knitting machine correctly and the linking, cutting, sewing and, ultimately, ironing of knitted garments. The book not only takes into account how crucial it is to recognize and develop a stitch. It also acknowledges the increasing importance of knowing how to represent stitches for different machines in a useful way. For the first time, the author describes the various stitches in a clear and well-structured way with a language of symbols developed for use with all kinds of studio and domestic knitting machines regardless of the brand: Brother, Silver Reed, Passap, Coppo and Dubied. The book includes examples of working with traditional materials like wool, alpaca, cotton and linen but also encourages experiments with paper, plastic materials and vegetal and metallic yarns to create texture, three-dimensional effects and unusual volumes.

<p>The complete guide to pattern fitting and sewing your own knit clothes. Learn how to alter knit sewing patterns to achieve a perfect fit on everything from tight-fitting tops to casual knit pants. <i>Fit for Knits </i>also teaches you the best sewing techniques for stretchy garments, including garment industry secrets that will take your sewing skills to the next level.</p> <b>CONTENT OVERVIEW</b> <ul><li>Pattern fitting for knit tops, pants and skirts</li><li>Instructions for pattern adaptations and alterations</li> <li>Alter knit patterns to suit different needs</li> <li>How to pick the right knit fabric</li> <li>Cutting and preparing knits for sewing</li> <li>Troubleshooting and fixing common issues </li> <li>Best stitches for sewing knits</li> <li>Sewing pants, tops and skirts</li> <li>Hemming garments</li> <li>Sewing neckbands</li> <li>Sewing darts on knits</li> <li>Sewing waistbands</li> <li>Sewing pockets</li></ul>

An abundance of step-by-step fiber art projects to bring Scandinavian style to life in your home.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />This adventure meets the needs of two passionate audiences: fiber artists and Nordic craft enthusiasts. By exploring the cultures and traditions behind the charm of these crafts, fans can enjoy extra-meaningful making.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Step 1:Vivid photos and spirited text explain the values and beliefs core to Scandinavian life-nature, community, craftsmanship, and sustainability.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Step 2:For each value, create 4 to 7 thoughtfully designed fiber art projects featuring knitting, felting, and weaving.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Each project&#39;s difficulty level is marked (beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate)<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Author is editor emerita ofHandwoven, the largest-circulation fiber arts magazine<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Projects by respected designers including Becky Ashenden, Laura Berlage, Sara Bixler, Susan J. Foulkes, Lisa Hill, Tom Knisely, Jan Mostrom, and John Mullarkey, to name just a few<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />The 25 projects include these and more:<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Nature<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Nordic Summer and Winter Knitted Throw<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Felted Telemark Bouquet<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Community<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Rustic Linen Placemats<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Monk's Belt Towels of Welcome<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Craftsmanship<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Knitted Sølje Curtains to Celebrate the Sun<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- A Nordic Sweater for Your Laptop<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Sustainability<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Rags-to-Riches Rug<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Cup Cozies to Go

With 181 detailed color photos and clear, step-by-step guidance from a top-tier knifemaker, this workshop-proven method guides intermediate to advanced level knifemakers to success in crafting a folding knife. The liner lock mechanism can be made relatively easily, it needs only few components, and it is-if constructed neatly-secure and durable. This book teaches how to construct both general kinds of liner locks: one uses the liner itself as an arresting spring (classic liner lock), and in the other the spring is made as an extra construction part and inlaid into the liner ("nested liner"). Here is the guidance you need to design and produce a liner lock knife on your own.

The Encyclopedia of Rawhide and Leather Braiding is the definitive work on the subject and results from the late Bruce Grant's many years of interest and experience as a braider and writer on the subject. It combines most of the material published in Leather Braiding and How to Make Cowboy Horse Gear with a mass of completely new material. The book's more than 350 illustrations are arranged so that the step-by-step instructions face the picture being described, making it very easy to follow. While the book is primarily for those interested in leathercraft, in nearly all cases the methods of braiding are applicable to many other materials, such as silk, cotton, plastic, catgut, or horsehair. Braidwork takes many forms, and its applications are practical as well as decorative. The combination of beauty and utility lends itself to an array of items-personal gear or clothing, working or show gear for a horse, decoration of plain, carved, or tooled leather work. Truly a book to be used as well as read, Encyclopedia of Rawhide and Leather Braiding provides all the information needed for this satisfying pastime.

Weave with wire and fiber to produce metal fabric-an entirely new art material that can be used for jewelry, sculpture, basketry, and more.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Use a four- or eight-harness loom to weave an entirely new art material that you may never before have considered-metal!<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />By using a wire warp and fiber weft, intermediate- to advanced-level weavers can create a woven metal fabric that is strong, malleable, and sculptural.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Expert weaver Christine K. Miller has been weaving with wire for 30 years, and her online and in-person workshops are highly sought after. She&#39;s the only weaver teaching this amazing technique.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Learn about<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><ul><li>the materials and supplies needed for this metal fiber technique</li><li>planning your project</li><li>preparing and beaming the warp</li><li>and choosing the weft</li></ul>Christine then takes readers step by step through a &quot;Foundation Project,&quot; a basic woven wire fabric serving as the basis for creating their own metal fabric crafts.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Readers can be inspired by Christine&#39;s work and what she has made with woven wire-baskets, jewelry, sculptures, and more-with detailed information on how she made them. They can then re-create these pieces or use them as a foundation to craft their own metal fabric creations.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />In addition, Christine includes a fascinating chapter on using the principles of art and design to let the reader&#39;s imagination soar when crafting with woven wire fabric.