DIY Kids' Dress Up

Author: Jessica Near
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446376524
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 290

Book Description
Help your little ones to enjoy hours of imaginary play with this wonderful collection of sewing patterns for DIY kids' dress up accessories. Author Jessica Near has designed a range of masks, paws and tails for days of dressing up fun. Your little ones can choose from magical creatures to wild animals, birds of paradise and superheroes--whatever takes their mood. Jessica explains how to make the basic shapes for each of the accessories and how to vary them depending on the character and creature. There are step-by-step illustrations for all the projects and the general sewing techniques, and, although the designs are distinctive, the instructions are easy enough for absolute beginners. They are all made from felt which makes them quick and easy to sew--no need to worry about tricky hems or seams splitting.

Dress Up with Beads

Author: Kalmbach Publishing Company
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
ISBN: 9780890244722
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 20

Book Description
Here are eight great projects that use beads to embellish clothing and accessories. Jeweled hair clips, fringed pants, appliquéd purses, and more.

Nifty, Thrifty, No-sew Costumes & Props

Author: Carol Ann Bloom
Publisher: Good Year Books
ISBN: 9780673363725
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 206

Book Description
Start with a simple, comfortable felt tunic. Add accessories and props made from materials found around the house. Presto! You've created an imaginative costume without picking up needle and thread. You can easily create a full wardrobe of interchangeable costumes. With this book it's quick . . . it's easy . . . it's fun . . . and kids will love it!

Buffi's Dress Design: Sew 30 Fun Styles

Author: Buffi Jashanmal
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1603429018
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 203

Book Description
Show off your style with eye-catching homemade dresses. In this fun, easy-to-follow guide, Project Runway contestant Buffi Jashanmal shows you how to create your own custom-fitted dresses or revamp a piece that’s already hanging in your closet. Learn to design personalized patterns for three basic dress shapes — the shift, the sheath, and the princess seam — and make them rock by exploring variations with measurements and fabric types. Your dresses will fit your body, suit your taste, and express your individuality.

Itty Bitty Dress-Up Fashions

Author: Amy Carrico
Publisher: Annie's
ISBN: 1596353678
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 38

Book Description
Intermediate-level crocheters will plenty of stitching inspiration in this clothing pattern collection for 5” dolls. Themed sets include outfits and accessories such as shoes, hats, headbands, and panties. Projects such as Bride Ensemble, Groom Ensemble, Pistachio Party, Lavender Rose Sundress, Pretty Princess Nightgown, All-Star Romper, and the Sleepy Time PJ set can all be created using fingering or sock weight yarn.

Sewing Animal Dolls

Author: Tina O'Rourke
Publisher: White Owl
ISBN: 1526757664
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
The founder of Miss Daisy Patterns has crafted “a great book if you want to get into the world of making animal dolls and wardrobes of clothes for them (Blackberry Garden). Learn how to make Daisy Dog, her best friends Rosie Rabbit, the twins Betty and Ben Bear and Daisy’s beret wearing puppy, Mimi. Each character has their own complete wardrobe for all of their adventures together, from playing dress up to long summer picnics, sleepovers and weekend walks. Sewing Animal Dolls features easy to follow step-by-step instructions with full-size sewing patterns for all of the characters, clothes and accessories. “This beautiful collection of handmade dolls is sure to be cherished for years to come!” —Handmade by Deb “This book is such an adorable, inspirational guide on sewing some cute friends! They are very well put together with patterns to allow the reader to sew up the same animal as seen on the cover and through the book.” —Inspired2Craft “Not only are the dolls great to make for yourself they also make wonderful gifts.” —Blackberry Garden

Nifty, Thrifty, No-Sew Costumes and Props

Author: Carol Bloom
Publisher: Good Year Books
ISBN: 1596473053
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
Enhance the power of imaginative play or dramatic productions by creating a full wardrobe of interchangeable costumes - for a wide variety of characters, animals, and creatures - without picking up needle and thread. The book provides complete directions with patterns and photos for 32 costumes and endless variations. A chapter on money-saving recipes explains how to make skin glue, face paint, sparkle clay, and more, while the books reproducible pages make it easy to send directions home to parents. Additionally, "Idea Starter" boxes throughout the book offer ways to involve costumes in activities at home and at school. Teacher resource for grades preK-4. Good Year Books. 190 pages.

Sew Many Dresses, Sew Little Time

Author: Tanya Whelan
Publisher: Potter Craft
ISBN: 0770434940
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 210

Book Description
With her "choose-your-own-adventure" approach to sewing, Tanya Whelan offers an invaluable collection of patterns that empowers sewers to become designers. The trick is a set of patterns for 6 skirts and 8 bodices that line up perfectly at the waist, plus an additional 4 sleeve styles and 4 necklines. Tanya gives readers clear instructions and easy-to-follow step-by-step diagrams that allow them to use the enclosed pattern pieces to create up to 219 fitted dresses, including simple strapless designs, sheaths, and halter gowns. The book covers basic dress construction and altering techniques for women of all shapes and sizes.

Dress in the Age of Jane Austen

Author: Hilary Davidson
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300218729
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 337

Book Description
This beautifully illustrated book explores the rich complexity of Regency clothing through the lens of the collected writings of Jane Austen.

The Dress Up Book

Author: Lucinda Ganderton
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781845616502
Category : Children's costumes
Languages : en
Pages : 68

Book Description
Step-by-step photos and clear instructions plus more than 30 templates of costume details. Simple making techniques are explained, and there is information on the basic craft materials and essential tools needed.