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Reconstructing Clothes for Dummies by Miranda Caroligne Burns (2007, Perfect)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John

ISBN-100470127678

ISBN-139780470127674

eBay Product ID (ePID)58652025

Product Key Features

Book TitleReconstructing Clothes for Dummies

Number of Pages360 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2007

TopicSewing

IllustratorYes

GenreCrafts & Hobbies

AuthorMiranda Caroligne Burns

FormatPerfect

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight21.2 Oz

Item Length9.3 in

Item Width7.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2007-926404

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal746.92

Table Of ContentIntroduction. Part I: Let the Reconstruction Begin! But First . . . . Chapter 1: The Ins, Outs, and Inside-Outs of This Book. Chapter 2: Reconstruction Reasons. Chapter 3: Scoping Stuff with an Eye for Design. Chapter 4: Deconstructing 101: Taking Stuff Apart. Chapter 5: Reconstructing 101: The Very Basics of Sewing. Part II: Shirts: Sluggish to Spectacular. Chapter 6: Transforming T-shirts. Chapter 7: Redefining Boring Button-downs. Chapter 8: Pullover Overhaul. Part III: Breathing Life into Dead Pants. Chapter 9: Basic Slacks Brought Back. Chapter 10: Regenerating Jeans. Chapter 11: The Existential Stretch Pant. Part IV: Salvation for Your Sweaters and Other Knits. Chapter 12: Do It Again with Your Cardigan. Chapter 13: Pullover Sweaters Pulled in All Directions. Chapter 14: Afghan Today, What Tomorrow? Part V: Skirts and Dresses (re)Done Right. Chapter 15: Bridesmaid's Redemption. Chapter 16: Second Life For Your Skirt. Chapter 17: Addressing That Tired Old Dress. Part VI: Now What to Do with All These Scraps? Chapter 18: Brand New Bedding. Chapter 19: Deck the Halls with Lots of Scraps. Chapter 20: Decorative (re)Touches. Part VII: The Part of Tens. Chapter 21: Ten General Tips. Chapter 22: Ten Fix-a-Stain Tricks. Index.

SynopsisProjects recycle clothing into a creative and unique wardrobe Perfect for anyone who wants to create a fabulous new wardrobe without paying designer prices, this clear, step-by-step guide gives readers all the instruction and inspiration they need to transform their current clothes into fun, funky pieces., Reconstructing Clothes for Dummies offers inspiring projects and savvy tips on how to salvage those tired old clothes in your closet and turn them into a one-of-a-kind wardrobe. It shows craftsters, DIY enthusiasts, budget-conscious fashionistas and people from all walks of life how to unleash their inner fashion designer and transform outdated duds into hip new clothes. Featured projects include making good use of old scraps; reviving shrunken sweaters; finding redemption in that bridesmaid dress; decorative repair and embellishment of existing pieces; and creating unexpected home décor with what s hiding in your drawers., Features before-and-after photos of each project Recycle clothing into a creative wardrobe thats uniquely you Want to create a fabulous new wardrobe without paying designer prices? This clear, step-by-step guide gives you all the instruction and inspiration you need to transform your current clothes into fun, funky pieces. Youll see how to glam up old T-shirts, revive shrunken sweaters, jazz up your jeans, revamp skirts and dresses, and much more! Piece clothes together in a fresh way Add embellishments and edgings Fake it with no-sew options Redo clothes for men, women, and kids Create wine bags, pillows, and more, Reconstructing Clothes for Dummies offers inspiring projects and savvy tips on how to salvage those tired old clothes in your closet and turn them into a one-of-a-kind wardrobe. It shows craftsters, DIY enthusiasts, budget-conscious fashionistas and people from all walks of life how to unleash their inner fashion designer and transform outdated duds into hip new clothes. Featured projects include making good use of old scraps; reviving shrunken sweaters; finding redemption in that bridesmaid dress; decorative repair and embellishment of existing pieces; and creating unexpected home d cor with what's hiding in your drawers.

LC Classification NumberTT550