Stitch Magic A COMPENDIUM OF SEwING tEChNIqUES FOR SCUlPtING FA b R I C I N tO E xC I t I N G N E w F O R M S A N D FA S h I O N S ■
By A l i s o n R e i d
s e lling points ■ the practicality of a reference guide with the added appeal of 15 inspiring projects
Simple, fascinating techniques for sewers, quilters, and other textile artists
■ Create entirely new fabrics and textures through folding, cutting, pleating, tucking, and stitching ■ Surprisingly simple techniques produce fabrics that look complex and sophisticated ■ Unique projects are budgetfriendly and quick
s pecifications 120 photos; 200 illustrations 144 pages, 7½ × 10" Paperback with flaps RIGHTS: US ANd CANAdA PUB MONTH: APRIl CRAft
ISBN 978-1-58479-911-5
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n Stitch Magic, fashion and textile expert Alison Reid teaches sewers how to manipulate and sculpt fabric
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by using such techniques as folding, cutting, pleating,
tucking, gathering, and stitching, creating entirely new surfaces and textures in the process. The resulting
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fabrics, which look sophisticated and complex but are actually relatively simple and inexpensive to produce, can be used for entire textiles, such as cushions or blinds, or to create fashion accessories or embellishments. Stitch Magic serves as both a technical reference guide, which the sewer can consult time and again, as well as an inspiring project book. Among the beautiful, modern projects included are curtains and cushions, a throw, shawl, cape, necklace, and bag. Detailed illustrations throughout make all of the instructions easy to follow. Alison Reid is an author, illustrator, and professor of fashion and textiles. She lives in Liverpool, England.
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