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Learn how to make colorful, gorgeously patterned rugs using the 200-year-old techniques of the Shakers. The author researched and analyzed textiles at five historic Shaker village sites before developing a method to create new versions of these classics. You'll learn how ten original rugs were woven and then get detailed instructions on how to make ten reproduction rugs, with full explanations of the dyeing, the warp material, the weft materials, and how to weave, as well as instructions for weaving Shaker tapes. Learn about the history of the Shakers in America and the impact of their craftsmanship on our arts tradition. Like all items used in daily Shaker life, these rugs have three outstanding characteristics: they are unusual in their design, they are perfect for the purpose they are meant to serve, and they are beautiful in quality.

<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>

The seminal guide to figure drawing for fashion design in a completely revised, updated and expanded two-volume edition. Fashion drawing is the most important way to visualise ideas and concepts in costume and fashion design. This new and expanded two-volume edition of the already classic title Figure Drawing for Fashion Design - revised, updated and expanded - is a precise, topic-by-topic manual that will help readers acquire and perfect their skills drawing fashion designs on the female form. Mastering the rules of figure drawing as well as stylistic techniques that add individuality and flair to the design is an essential skill for all designers and illustrators to master in order to bring one's vision to the page, and eventually mannequin. In its approach, this book is ideal both for those designers and students who want to apply themselves professionally to fashion design, and for all enthusiasts of drawing the female body in a fashion context. AUTHORS: As a consultant, illustrator and stylist for renowned fashion companies, Elisabetta Kuky Drudi has planned and organised international fashion collections and shows. She has collaborated as an illustrator, fashion and textile designer with firms such as Baldessarini, Fuzzi, Hugo Boss & Hugo Boss Sport, Jean Paul Gaultier (Femme, Homme and Soleil) and Joop. Currently she designs for various international fashion houses and collaborates as a technical knit designer with Emilio Pucci, Mary Katrantzou and MSGM. Tiziana Paci lives and works in Pesaro, Italy, teaching fashion design and painting. In her thirty years of experience, she has invented original methods for design in general and for the improvement of drawing and painting techniques for fashion sketches and figures. All this material has been organised into a number of manuals which combine both educational and artistic aspects. Thanks to their innovative nature, effectiveness and wealth of images, the texts have been translated into many languages and used in schools in Italy and abroad. She is the author of Colour in Fashion Illustration. SELLING POINTS: . This new edition will continue to be the must-have reference publication for all fashion designers and illustrators, and anyone interested in figure drawing . The breadth of information and attention to detail make this title ideal for students, professionals, and anyone who enjoys fashion design . No other book is so comprehensive and devoted specifically to fashion illustration 1500 colour and b/w illustrations

The Hot Wheels*r 1/64th scale die-cast cars produced by Mattel from 1995 to 2001 are fully described and beautifully displayed in 560 color photographs. Included among the images of these fast moving, highly-sought vehicles are models from the Segment Series*TM, the elusive Treasure Hunt Series*TM, First Editions*TM, and Final Run Series*TM, Virtual Collection*TM, Legends*TM, 1/64th Scale Collectibles*TM, 100% Hot Wheels*TM, and convention cars from The Wild Weekend of Hot Wheels*TM. Each Hot Wheels car produced is listed by year and a Variation/Price Guide details the variations of every vehicle and provides current market values for every one. This book is the definitive guide to Hot Wheel's recent production by one of the field's leading experts.

Christmas celebrations of the past forty years are shown through historical photographs, catalog pages, and over 530 photographs of artificial and real trees, Christmas ornaments, interior and exterior lights, candy containers, cards, tinsel garlands, and cheerful holiday figurines. Innovations in Christmas ornamentation, lighting, and display are presented--including artificial trees of the 1960s, country-style ornaments of the 1970s, 1980s chaser lights, and sophisticated 1990s European glass ornaments. Updated values are provided in the captions. With this wonderful book to inspire your search, you can carry the spirit of Christmas with you all year 'round!

Temporary natural arrangements have captivated people across the world. Learn how a professional artist creates these outdoor installations, and get inspired to create your own with adetailed look at the outdoor world of artist James Brunt.Brunt makes art that works with the environment while not changing it or having a permanent impact on the world in which he creates. Whether on a beach or in the woods, playing and creating can lead to a sense of calm and connection to nature. With a collection of new and previously unseen works, Brunt combines imagery and words to share how harnessing the power of nature helps us stay connected and grounded in an increasingly fast-paced world. His &quot;Invitations to Play&quot; ask you to take some time out, go outside, immerse yourself in natural surroundings, and explore your own creative interactions, using natural materials like stones, leaves, wood, and more in the environment in which they&#39;re found.

Teaches two beautiful Japanese sashiko styles not found in other books: kogin and hishizashi.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Sashiko&#39;s beauty is understandably popular, and here&#39;s the first book on stitching two little-known traditional styles: kogin and hishizashi.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Japanese expert Keiko Sakamoto-who began her intensive study of them while living in the American Midwest-explains these intriguing decorative embroidery styles.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- 31 projects, with step-by-step photo instructions, range from a simple bookmark to advanced wall tapestries<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Increasing project difficulty levels satisfy both novices and experienced sashiko stitchers<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Photos of vintage pieces, many rarely seen outside museums, showcase the craft&#39;s origins in northern Japan<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- For ongoing reference and use, includes one of the most extensive libraries of traditional kogin and hishizashi pattern templates to be found anywhere (80 and 200 templates, respectively)