Bestselling sewing author Gretchen Hirsch returns to her roots with a fresh look at fashion classics-how they were made then, and how modern day sewists can re-create them now Gretchen Hirsch, aka "Gertie," returns to her roots with a dive into beloved fashion classics-the mermaid gown, the 1950s Hostess Set (think Lucille Ball), the Lilli Ann princess coat-plus a little fashion history, to inspire modern-day style mavens. Sewists, thrift shoppers,...

Presents lessons on sewing and customization techniques that can be used to create and enhance a vintage wardrobe, covering such topics as sizing, prepping, tailoring, patternmaking, and fitting.

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...

When Poly Monroe was little, she loved playing in her family's textile store. But after a fatal family tragedy, Land of A Thousand Fabrics was boarded up and Poly never expected to see the inside again. Now, as inheritor of the long-shuttered shop, she's ready to restore the family business. However her two new kittens, Pins and Needles, aren't the ones causing a snag in her plans... Not everyone wants Poly back in San Ladrón, especially a powerful...

In Dakota Territory in the 1880s, half-Chinese Hanna and her white father face racism and resistance to change as they try to make a home for themselves. Includes author's note.

"Follow Wendy Ward's tutorials to use up your fabric scraps and stash, refashion garments, and reuse fabric from existing pieces you already own to truly learn how to sew sustainably and create stunning pieces that are truly unique to you. Not only will you master all the sewing skills you'll need to create 20 fresh and exciting garments, accessories, and items for the home, but you'll be doing your bit for the environment and saving yourself a bit...

While trying to launch an online store, Zoey promises to create special outfits for friends and finds herself overwhelmed when things do not work as she expected.

"The Flat Pattern Method teaches you to customize your clothes with new pattern shapes, style lines, and details with step-by-step instructions!"-- Provided by publisher.

Prince Sebastian hides form his parents his secret life of dressing up as the the hottest fashion icon in Paris, the fabulous Lady Crystallia, while his friend Frances the dressmaker strives to keep her friend's secret.