Sewing For Dummies

Author: Jan Saunders Maresh
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1394279566
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 447

Book Description
Learn the basic skills and techniques you need for successful hand and machine sewing Over the past ten years, interest in sewing has grown. If want to learn how to sew or to improve your skills, Sewing For Dummies is the book you need to get started. This complete guide to sewing basics teaches you basic hand stitches and sewing machine operation, with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step illustrations. You'll work your way forward to develop the skills to create or repair clothing and furnishings that fit your personal style, your measurements, and your aesthetic. Find great patterns in stores and online, give thrift store finds new life, and learn about cool new fabrics and sewing trends. You'll also get an overview of common sewing mistakes and how to avoid them, so you can take up this relaxing, creative hobby with confidence. A full-color insert brings the text to life. Enjoy the feeling of accomplishment you'll get when you use your new skills to create wonderful handmade pieces. Learn hand and machine sewing skills, starting with the basics and working your way up Choose the right sewing machine for your needs and follow step-by-step tutorials to master its use Makes repairs and alterations to keep your wardrobe current Learn about online sewing resources and get ideas for finding fabric and patterns This Dummies guide will help anyone who wants to learn basic sewing skills or brush up on what they already know. Sew a button back on your jacket, make pillowcases from an old dress, alter that great vintage dress to fit like a glove, and complete any other sewing projects you can dream up.

Upcycling Crafts (4th Edition)

Author: Kitty Moore
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781922304049
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 118

Book Description
Stop throwing away old clothes! Learn how to turn them into brand new clothes, home decorations, fashion accessories, and more! What if you could put your "craftiness" to good use by taking old clothing and making it something brand new and usable? Imagine turning old clothes into new things that you can sell and making money from (if you didn't want to use it yourself)! Multi-time best selling arts & crafts author and influencer, Kitty Moore, presents her #1 most popular book selling record highs in 2015 through to 2017. Inside you will find a collection of Kitty's best upcycling crafts from over 15 years of trying them herself. Many are not simply upcycling crafts alone, but can also be used for decorating your home, and making crafts to sell online or at local markets. Do you have a bunch of old clothes you don't wear anymore? Are you quite crafty and open to taking those old clothes and reusing them (or selling them)? Does the idea of receiving a massive list of easy-to-follow crafts appeal to you? THEN THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU! Upcycling Crafts 1st, 2nd & 3rd Editions were HUGE best sellers. Since the books have been doing so well, I wanted to make it even better! I looked at the reviews it had received from my fans and customers on Amazon, and made edits and changes. I even added over 60 new crafts to make a total of 100 crafts, plus now include full images of all crafts. I hope you enjoy the new Upcycling Crafts, and feel free to leave a review and let me how you like it! In this book, you will get: Images included with all crafts so you can see what the finished product will look like before you begin A massive list of 100 crafts that proven the most popular since first publishing the 1st Edition in 2015 Comprehensive step-by-step instructions for each craft so that anyone can follow along (even beginners) Kitty's personal email address for unlimited customer support if you have any questions And much, much more... Well, what are you waiting for? Grab your copy TODAY!

Project Kid: Crafts That Go!

Author: Amanda Kingloff
Publisher: Artisan
ISBN: 1579657257
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 273

Book Description
Thomas the Tank Engine. Hot Wheels. Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel. Richard Scarry’s Cars and Trucks and Things That Go. Kids’ fascination with vehicles is insatiable. In Project Kid: Crafts That Go!, that excitement is translated into more than 60 inventive craft projects for parents to make with and for their children. The book is organized into seven chapters: City, Rails, Sky, Space, Water, Country, and Dirt. There are police cars and ice cream trucks; circus trains and submarines; helicopters, rocket ships, cement mixers, and school buses. And because the car-obsessed kid doesn’t just want a new vehicle to play with—he wants a racetrack, his very own driver’s license, maybe even a child-sized gas station—each chapter includes not only toys but also thematic clothing, decor, accessories, and more. Projects feature clear instructions and step-by-step photographs wherever they are needed, easy for both kids and non-crafty adults to understand.

Make Plastic Fantastic

Author: IglooBooks
Publisher: Igloo Books
ISBN: 9781838523916
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Turn trash into treasure with 25 incredible recycling craft projects! Never throw away a plastic bottle again with this cool book of recycling crafts and creations. Make monster pins, an awesome jet pack, a secret hideaway, and even a wearable pirate ship! Plastic just got a whole lot more fantastic.

The Crafty Chica Creates!

Author: Kathy Cano Murillo
Publisher:
ISBN: 0760372187
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
The Queen of Latina Style, Kathy Cano Murillo, is back with fantastic art and craft projects—including brand-new ideas and previous favorites—in The Crafty Chica Creates.

Stitch and String Lab for Kids

Author: Cassie Stephens
Publisher: Quarry Books
ISBN: 1631597361
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
In Stitch and String Lab for Kids, art teacher and winner of the Netflix bake-off show Nailed It! Cassie Stephens presents 40+ inventive projects that explore everything from simple sewing, embroidery, and weaving to string art, needle felting, and yarn crafts. Stitch and String Lab for Kids leads children, step by step, through a huge range of sewing and fiber art projects. As they go, they will learn a variety of techniques, develop dexterity and coordination, and enjoy making a variety of creative projects. Kids will employ simple embroidery stitches to embellish a sun catcher, wall hangings, and an appliqué animal. Sewing projects include a drawstring bag, a sketchbook jacket, and custom plushies. Children will learn how to make custom looms to weave bookmarks, bracelets, and even a mini rag rug. They will also experiment with string art, needle felting, shibori dyeing, pompom animals, as well as finger knitting, yarn art, and cool wrapping projects. Each project includes a materials list and illustrated steps, and the book is filled with useful tips, tricks, and shortcuts. Stitch samplers will teach the basics, and templates are included for plushies and stuffies. Kids are encouraged to make variations and personalize the projects to their own style and personality. These 44 creative projects offer a broad and rich sampling of sewing, fabric, and fiber crafts—Stitch and String Lab for Kids is perfect for keeping kids busy with educational activities at home, learning techniques and experimenting at school, or having a ball at camps and parties. Parents, teachers, homeschoolers, and facilitators will appreciate the easy, illustrated instruction and the curriculum-friendly format, with projects that can be completed in any order. The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.

Making Stuff and Doing Things

Author: Kyle Bravo
Publisher: Microcosm Publishing
ISBN: 1621065375
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 269

Book Description
Kyle Bravo has assembled a comprehensive book along with dozens of other instructional articles that tell you how to do just about everything. Topics include getting active, direct action, gardening, how to make wine, homeschooling, fixing a toilet, audio phone patch, how to make envelopes, shoe repair, making rubber stamps, how to juggle, composting, DIY toothpaste, getting rid of fruit flies, greywater systems, composting toliets, making hanging and floating tents, saving money at the post office, making posters and stencils, fixing a harmonica, DIY flowerpots, avoiding dangerous household chemicals, preventing ear infections, how women can pee standing up, menstrual massages, and a few pieces for inspiration. I'm sure you can see by now why this is essential.

Wear, Repair, Repurpose: A Maker's Guide to Mending and Upcycling Clothes

Author: Lily Fulop
Publisher: The Countryman Press
ISBN: 1682684350
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 218

Book Description
In with the old, out with the new—reclaiming your closet and reducing fashion waste starts here. Repair your favorite socks with style, add flair with personalized patches, and turn ripped jeans into an embroidered masterpiece. For beginner and experienced makers, Lily Fulop's guide to mending and upcycling is your colorful companion to ditching fast fashion and extending the lifecycle of all your favorite clothes. Fulop's vibrant step-by-step illustrations make mending easier than every, demystifying techniques and displaying unique ways to show off your personality. And when your mending possibilities run out, she has simple yet striking solutions to repurpose fabric, including braided rugs, crocheted pillows, and more. Say hello to sustainable inspiration.

Chess For Dummies

Author: James Eade
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 111928001X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 423

Book Description
Want to play chess like a champ? Dummies can help. From Netflix's “The Queen’s Gambit” to podcasts, virtual and mobile gaming, and beyond, chess is back in a big way. But, with all those kings, queens, and knights, chess can be a royal pain to grasp. Chess For Dummies is here to help beginners wrap their minds around the rules of the game, make sense of those puzzling pieces, and sharpen their chess strategy such that even Paul Morphy would be impressed. You’ll learn the laws of chess, its lingo, and engage in the art of the attack with the easy-to-follow, step-by-step explanations found in the latest edition of Chess For Dummies. Whether you’re playing chess online, in a tournament, or across the dining room table with a family member or friend, this hands-on guide is sure to capture your interest (and your opponent's queen), getting you up to speed on the game and its components and giving you the know-how you need to put the principles of play into action from the opening to the endgame. Grasp the rules of play and the nuances of each phase of the game Familiarize yourself with the pieces and the board Pick the perfect chess set and chessboard for you Get to know each of the pieces and their powers If you feel like you’re in a stalemate before you even begin a game, Chess For Dummies is your guide to forcing moves, raking bishops, and skewering your opponents like a true champion.

One Plastic Bag

Author: Miranda Paul
Publisher: Millbrook Press
ISBN: 1467762997
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44

Book Description
In Njau, Gambia, discarded plastic bags littered the roads. Water pooled in them, bringing mosquitoes and disease. But Isatou Ceesay found a way to recycle the bags and transform her community. An inspirational true story.