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5,000 Years of Textiles by Jennifer Harris
non-fiction
textiles
history
fashion
Style Me Vintage: Clothes: A Guide to Sourcing and Creating Retro Looks
Naomi Thompson - 2012
Whether a reader is looking to completely overhaul their look, go for complete vintage glam, or just introduce a few key vintage pieces into their day-to-day wardrobe, this book will teach them how. It is packed with tips on how to find unique, one-off items that fit any budget, look fabulous, and will retain their value, and also details what to look for, when to part with one's cash, and what to avoid. Readers will learn how to determine which era fits their shape, how to build a retro look from the base up, and how to make retro styles work with modern accessories. Filled with fun, detailed photographs showing classic looks from the 1920s to the 1980s, this is essential reading for anyone who has ever wanted to introduce vintage into their wardrobe, but felt unsure where to start.
The Art of Seamless Knitting
Simona Merchant-Dest - 2013
The book delves deep, showing different modes of construction and stitch pattern adaptations for seamless (or nearly-seamless) knits while also offering a sophisticated collection of elegant and timeless designs that knit up quickly, give a custom fit, and do not require sewing.The Art of Seamless Knitting is the go-to hands-on reference book that will be a staple in any knitter's library.
KnitKnit: Profiles + Projects from Knitting's New Wave
Sabrina Gschwandtner - 2007
Each of the profiled knitters has contributed a project.