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Oklahoma native and proud member of the Muscogee-Creek Nation, Summer Lee shares her knitting secrets for creating all shapes and sizes of socks with dots, zigzags, stripes, and a near-neon palette of happy colors.
Sock projects are universally loved by knitters, but popular knitting creator Summer Lee has turned this favorite pastime topsy turvy with designs that feature the most electric colors and wow-patterns ever dreamt up. The Sock Project is a book for every crafter: beginners who want to learn, knitters who want to improve their sock skills, and anyone who wants to fill their knitting needles—and sock drawers—with jazzy colors and new designs.
Build your skills month-by-month with 12 levels of sock knitting. First, start with the humble-but-mighty Basic Sock, then try more complicated patterns for lace socks, cabled socks, socks with Estonian Inlay, and socks done in stranded knitting. You’ll be able to sample 18 fresh and zippy patterns, plus new variations on favorite designs! The Sock Project is a joyful Starburst-color explosion for adventurous knitters everywhere.
Over the centuries, the corset has been a vital garment designed to
support and shape the fashions of the day, and has progressed from
being an undergarment to bold outerwear. This practical book
explains the full process of making a corset with clear instruction
and supporting photographs. Packed with information, it explores
methods of creating modern corsets, whilst acknowledging the
pioneering techniques of the past. Whatever your reason for
creating a corset- be it for theatre- re-enactment or personal wear
- this book is an invaluable guide to making a well-constructed,
figure-flattering garment. Includes: a list of helpful tools,
equipment and materials; step-by-step illustrated instructions
showing how to self-draft or personalize a commercially purchased
corset pattern; techniques showing how to correct an array of
fitting issues to produce a well-shaped corset; a selection of
corset-making methods, illustrated with photographs and, finally,
imaginative approaches to decorating and personalizing corsets.
There are three main projects showing the development of the
patterns and construction techniques to create gorgeous corsets.
Help your little loved-ones discover hours of imaginative fun and
activity with these delightful, easy-to-sew games. Drawing on her
background as an occupational therapist, Farah Wolfe presents
creative, handmade game that invite children to enjoy active play.
A greener alternative to plastic, battery-operated gifts, these are
simple, beautifully sewn games that children will love and
remember. You can: choose from 11 versatile, gender neutral
projects that are safe, washable, lightweight, and great for
travel; find full instructions for each game, plus play options for
different ages and even clever ways to package and store the games;
and, engage toddlers, preschoolers, and school kids with
captivating games that foster a wide range of physical, cognitive,
and social skills.
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