Not Your Mama's Crochet: The Cool and Creative Way to Join the Chain Gang
Forget ugly afghans and dainty doilies and think luxurious throws and sumptuous sweaters. You can crochet cool stuff that will make everyone envious— things to spice up your wardrobe and your pad, or gifts to amaze your "I could never do that" friends. Choose from nearly thirty projects ranging from elegant to earthy— from a chic shrug to a recycled denim rug and from fun plush toys to sweaters too good for boys.
In hip style, this guide covers: All kinds of yarns and materials, and the tools of the trade The basic stitches, shaping, finishing techniques, blocking, and more Simple projects that give you close-to-instant gratification and more complex ones that take some commitment Suggestions for customizing every design and personalizing every project
Intone your creative mantra and get your hooks into a terrific project. With "Not Your Mama's Crochet," you won't just make unique, chic items— you'll make a statement.
Not Your Mama's Crochet: The Cool and Creative Way to Join the Chain Gang
Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim
Sedaris returns to his deliriously twisted domain: hilarious childhood dramas infused with melancholy; the gulf of misunderstanding that exists between people of different nations or members of the same family; and the poignant divide between one's best hopes and most common deeds. Abridged.
Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim
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Window Treatments & Slipcovers for Dummies
Gain inspiration from 8 pages of full-color photos
Create a stunning room with dozens of step-by-step projects
Want to ditch your drab drapes and so-so slipcovers and create a style that's uniquely your own? Top designer Mark Montano reveals how easy it is to jazz up your windows and furniture without breaking the bank! You get expert tips on everything from measuring and cutting material to accessorizing, as well as savvy shortcuts and quick fixes.
Window Treatments & Slipcovers for Dummies
Bags with Style
Author and fashion designer, Stephanie Masae Kimura adds her popular touch of Asian influence to the purses, belts, bags, and creative holders featured in this new guide. Full-size tissue patterns and instructive illustrations are included for 25 contemporary projects, such as a denim purse with rhinestones, and while beautiful to look at these projects remain practical--useful for a day of errands or an evening out. The beginner sewer can make the projects as shown, while the more advanced sewer can fashion a quick gift or satisfy a sewing urge. Ideal for teachers desperately seeking new and exciting classroom projects and sewers with limited time, these accessories can be finished quickly--filling the need for immediate gratification of a completed project.
Bags with Style
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Just My Size - Women's Plus Stretch Denim Jacket
Insight Guide Provence by Langenscheidt Publishers, ISBN 158573151X
With stunning photos and evocative text, this compelling guide tells travelers what they need to know about Provence from the inside out. Includes little known facts--such as "American denim" was first produced here--that give the character, history and flavor of this exotic country.
Insight Guide Provence by Langenscheidt Publishers, ISBN 158573151X
Denim slipcovers > Insight Guide Provence by Langenscheidt Publishers, ISBN 158573151X