Why spend tons of money on humdrum designer duds when it's possible to revamp a piece you already own to create a guaranteed original that looks, fits, and feels just the way it should? Rip It! shows how simple and fun it can be to transform a tired wardrobe into hip, one-of-a-kind new looks without spending a dime. Elissa Meyrich, owner and teacher at the popular New York sewing boutique Sew Fast Sew Easy, has been passing her sewing secrets and style tips on to students for years. Now she shows beginners and experienced sewers everywhere how to customize pieces found at cheap chain stores, thrift shops, or the far reaches of a closet and create fabulous new designs. Rip It! includes everything you need -- basic sewing and alteration information; quick sewing methods; where to find supplies; advice on which fabrics to use; important cutting rules; plus illustrated layouts, drawings, and instructions that show you how to: Jazz up old t-shirts with stretch lace and zippers Turn faded, falling-apart jeans into a hot new denim skirt Change a pullover into a cute cardigan Make a thrift-store dress into a hipster skirt Create an instant poncho Cool, crafty, and brimming with creative ideas, Rip It! is a hands-on handbook that will show you how to give your clothes sass, sparkle, and your own signature style.
This hip beginner's guide brings sewing into the 21st century, from the owner/director of Manhattan's premier sewing center, Sew Fast Sew Easy. 50 illustrations & 50 photos throughout. 3 full-size patterns.
The author of Sew Fast, Sew Easy explains how to create one's own designer fashions with her easy-to-use sewing guide and five simple patterns, accompanied by step-by-step instructions, detailed guidelines on how to use a sewing machine or serger, and handy tips on fabric, commercial patterns, embellishments, and accessories. Original.
Includes three ready-to-use patterns Reinvent Sewing for the Twenty-first Century! "Where did you get your skirt?" Ever want to create your own designer-look fashions? Develop unique accessories or home decor? Even if you've never held a needle or used a sewing machine, Sew Fast Sew Easy is all you need. With three simple patterns and easy-to-follow instructions, you can put your own stamp on fashion and step out in style--yours! You'll learn: - Tips and techniques from a fashion industry insider - How to use your sewing machine to express your creativity - How to custom-fit commercial patterns for that sexy look - All about the latest fabrics and the best ways to use them Plus a glossary of sewing terms makes quick reference easy. So don't wait. Use the ideas and simple how-to instructions in this book, and everyone will want to know the secret source for your fabulous clothes and accessories!
The author of Sew Fast, Sew Easy explains how to create one's own designer fashions with her easy-to-use sewing guide and five simple patterns, accompanied by step-by-step instructions, detailed guidelines on how to use a sewing machine or serger, and handy tips on fabric, commercial patterns, embellishments, and accessories. Original.
Why spend tons of money on humdrum designer duds when it's possible to revamp a piece you already own to create a guaranteed original that looks, fits, and feels just the way it should? Rip It! shows how simple and fun it can be to transform a tired wardrobe into hip, one-of-a-kind new looks without spending a dime. Elissa Meyrich, owner and teacher at the popular New York sewing boutique Sew Fast Sew Easy, has been passing her sewing secrets and style tips on to students for years. Now she shows beginners and experienced sewers everywhere how to customize pieces found at cheap chain stores, thrift shops, or the far reaches of a closet and create fabulous new designs. Rip It! includes everything you need -- basic sewing and alteration information; quick sewing methods; where to find supplies; advice on which fabrics to use; important cutting rules; plus illustrated layouts, drawings, and instructions that show you how to: Jazz up old t-shirts with stretch lace and zippers Turn faded, falling-apart jeans into a hot new denim skirt Change a pullover into a cute cardigan Make a thrift-store dress into a hipster skirt Create an instant poncho Cool, crafty, and brimming with creative ideas, Rip It! is a hands-on handbook that will show you how to give your clothes sass, sparkle, and your own signature style.
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