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Sewing with African Wax Print Fabric : 25 Vibrant Projects for Handmade Clothes and Accessories by Adaku Parker (2021, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherRyland Peters & Small

ISBN-10178249877X

ISBN-139781782498773

eBay Product ID (ePID)24038682226

Product Key Features

Book TitleSewing with African Wax Print Fabric : 25 Vibrant Projects for Handmade Clothes and Accessories

Number of Pages128 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicSewing, Fashion, General, Fashion & Style

Publication Year2021

IllustratorYes

GenreSelf-Help, Crafts & Hobbies

AuthorAdaku Parker

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight25 oz

Item Length10.8 in

Item Width8.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2023-488495

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal646.404

SynopsisAll the techniques, step-by-step instructions and patterns you need to make 25 African wax print garments and accessories., All the techniques, clear step-by-step artworks, and patterns you need to make 25 African wax print garments and accessories. INCLUDES FULL SIZE PATTERS FOR US DRESS SIZES 4 TO 22 (UK DRESS SIZES 8 TO 26) African wax prints, also known as Ankara and Dutch wax prints, are colorful cotton cloths with designs influenced by batik, an Indonesian method of dyeing cloth using wax-resist techniques. It is also super-easy to use and here Adaku Parker has developed 25 step-by-step projects to make a wide range of stylish pieces. There are instant wardrobe classics like a pinafore dress, A-line skirts, culottes, and even a coat, as well as wonderful accessories such as tote bags, a zip purse, a headband, and scrunchies (the latter a perfect solution for what to do with off-cuts). All the basic techniques you will need are also explained, so you'll feel confident with essentials like attaching waistbands, making puff sleeves, gathering, pleats, making buttonholes, and adding linings. The projects are suitable for all skill levels--there are skirts that are made from only two pieces of fabric, the perfect first garment for beginners, as well as shift dresses with sleeves for you to fine-tune your sewing repertoire. So all you need is this book, some gorgeous African wax print fabric, and a sewing machine, and you'll be on your way to updating your wardrobe with unique pieces that will help you stand out from the crowd., INCLUDES FULL SIZE PATTERNS FOR US DRESS SIZES 4 TO 22 African wax prints are colorful designs created by dyeing cotton fabric using wax-resist techniques, and then overprinting. The result is a fabric that is bright, colorful, and super-easy to use. Adaku Parker has developed 25 step-by-step projects to make a wide range of stylish pieces with this fabric. There are instant wardrobe classics like a shirt dress, A-line skirts, and culottes, as well as wonderful accessories such as tote bags, a zip purse, and a headband. The basic techniques you will need are all explained, so you'll feel confident with essentials like attaching waistbands, gathering, pleats, making buttonholes, and adding linings. There are projects suitable for all skill levels so all you need is some gorgeous African wax print fabric and a sewing machine, and you'll be on your way to updating your wardrobe with unique pieces that will help you stand out from the crowd., All the techniques, step-by-step instructions, and patterns you need to make 25 African wax print garments and accessories. INCLUDES FULL SIZE PATTERNS FOR US DRESS SIZES 4 TO 22 African wax prints are colorful designs created by dyeing cotton fabric using wax-resist techniques, and then overprinting. The result is a fabric that is bright, colorful, and super-easy to use. Adaku Parker has developed 25 step-by-step projects to make a wide range of stylish pieces with this fabric. There are instant wardrobe classics like a shirt dress, A-line skirts, and culottes, as well as wonderful accessories such as tote bags, a zip purse, and a headband. The basic techniques you will need are all explained, so you'll feel confident with essentials like attaching waistbands, gathering, pleats, making buttonholes, and adding linings. There are projects suitable for all skill levels so all you need is some gorgeous African wax print fabric and a sewing machine, and you'll be on your way to updating your wardrobe with unique pieces that will help you stand out from the crowd.

LC Classification NumberTT705