Build a Bag Book: Tote Bags (paperback edition)

Author: Debbie Shore
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1800921098
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Create 15 stunning tote bag designs using two reusable templates. The 15 tote bag designs are created using the templates contained within the book. Using two templates, you can create 15 very different bags; each made using different techniques, pockets, straps and fastenings, to create 15 very different results. The templates can also be used for your own further design variations, as you mix and match the techniques covered within the book; Debbie gives advice on how to adapt and create your own unique designs. Each project in the book is explained using Debbie’s trademark style and step-by-step photography, and there is also a comprehensive techniques section and a guide to using the templates.

Amy Butler's Style Stitches

Author: Amy Butler
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452132585
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 186

Book Description
In this illustrated sewing guide, the celebrated designer shares twelve new patterns with loads of variations for stylish bags of all kinds. With the patterns in Amy Butler’s Style Stitches, you can create everything from chic clutches and delicate wristlets to pretty hobo bags and handy coin purses. Each project is designed with Butler’s fresh, modern style and attention to detail. She also includes easy-to-follow instructions for altering dimensions, straps, and embellishments so you can make each piece truly your own. This ebook includes illustrated step-by-step directions, a comprehensive techniques section, and instructions for how to print the patterns themselves, making an essential and fashionable addition to every sewer’s digital library.

Bags for Life

Author: Stuart Hillard
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 1911663402
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Join Stuart Hillard as he expands his expertise from quilt-making to crafting beautiful and sustainable bags. With 20 stylish patterns, leading quilt designer Stuart Hillard demonstrates how to create reusable and sturdy bags for every occasion. Featuring achievable patterns and fast makes for all abilities, this is a fool-proof guide to sustainable fashion that promises professional looking results. The book delves into the anatomy of the bag and takes a visual tour of the various parts of different bags, before moving onto the specific details of pockets, zips, piping, binding, straps and handles, and even metalwork. The bags are grouped according to use, including bags for work, shopping, the beach, picnics, weekend breaks, and craft material storage.

Making Felt Bags

Author: Mandy Nash
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1785008633
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 326

Book Description
Feltmaking is a popular and exciting contemporary medium, expanding in many new directions. This practical book focuses on the specific requirements for making felt bags. It explains the principles of using a resist to create 3D forms, and looks at shapes and styles of bags to suit all occasions. Clear instructions on feltmaking techniques for beginners are given. A guide to equipment and to choosing appropriate wool breeds and decoration for individual projects are given too. There is advice on design, choosing handles and fastenings, and the functionality and the form of a bag. There are detailed practical, step-by-step instructions for nine projects, covering both basic and advanced options, with easily adaptable elements. It is a fabulous guide to the various processes necessary to create a functional and unique felt bag.

Complete Feltmaking

Author: Gillian Harris
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780312366261
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 170

Book Description
25 projects and instructions for felting.

Sew Bags

Author: Hilarie Wakefield Dayton
Publisher: Stash Books
ISBN: 9781617457913
Category : Handbags
Languages : en
Pages : 112

Book Description
Sew stylish shoulder bags, totes, clutches, and drawstring bags! Whether you're a total beginner or a confident sewist who loves to finish a project in one sitting, you'll love this modern collection of thirteen bags you can truly make your own. Turn flat fabric into handbags of any shape when you learn the basics of construction, transferring a pattern, and finishing details. A must-have primer for the beginning sewist!

Needle Felting Kittens

Author: Hinali
Publisher:
ISBN: 9784865051001
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
Look at the cover photograph again, more closely, but you may still not believe that it is not a real cat but a needle felting creation. Impressive. Hinali is posting photos of her true-to-life needle felting kittens on her Instagram, and her mastery keeps surprising and exciting a lot of craft enthusiasts as well as cat lovers. This long-awaited first book tells you in detail how they are created, with all the secrets revealed. Scottish Fold, Siamese, Tortoiseshell and White... you can create whatever type of kittens and cats you like using these in-depth instructions and step-by-step photographs. If you cannot get enough of cute kittens, create them by yourself!

Pursenality Plus

Author: Eva Wiechmann
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 160468559X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
Knitters who had never "felt" this kind of fashion before are now hooked--they want more Pursenalities! This popular author is back with more fabulous knit-and-felt bags, along with fresh ideas for a "purse-onal" touch. Twenty all-new purses, bags, and totes feature seasonal colors and styles Bag embellishments range from grommets, pockets, and buckles to beautiful felted flowers Fast projects are worked on big needles with 100% wool and a splash of novelty yarns; easy step-by-step instructions make felting a breeze Bonus--includes patterns for a cell-phone holder, an eyeglasses case, and a cosmetics pouch

Easy-to-Make Felt Bean Bag Toys

Author: Jane Ethe
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486238845
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 52

Book Description
This book contains full-size templates and step-by-step instructions for making nine ... felt bean bag toys.

Creating Felt Artwork

Author: rosiepink
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781546407188
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 86

Book Description
'Creating Felt Artwork' provides step-by-step instructions to show you how easy and fun it is to make colourful handmade felt pictures.You can either follow the project steps exactly to make a vibrant and textured meadow picture (see front cover of book), or you can easily create your own original design by following the project steps and using the extra information in each step to guide you where relevant.The book walks you through finding inspiration and getting started on your project, through the making, optional embellishing, and hanging of your work. Free motion embroidery, using just a basic sewing machine, is demystified. There are handy hints along the way and many colour photos of some of the author's own artwork that you will be able to use to find inspiration and ideas for your own creations. This book is suitable for complete beginners and for those who already enjoy felt making.