Crochet Hacking
Crochet new life into unloved, unworn clothes with sustainable fashion hacks! This book is not just a collection of crochet patterns or a selection of makes to keep you looking 'de rigeur'. Oh no! This book is actually a toolkit of hints, tips and instructions to help you rethink the clothes that are already around you, from your own wardrobe to second-hand stores and thrifted finds. This book is a way of life. Whether it's repairing tears and holes, adjusting the fit of a garment such as increasing the length of the body or sleeves, or completely restyling a piece of clothing into something altogether more exciting, these innovative crochet ideas will keep more garments out of landfill and bring them back to life as your new wardrobe faves. Sustainable fashion hero and crochet hacking pioneer Emma Friedlander-Collins of @SteelandStitch takes you step-by-step through the process of crocheting into denim, jersey, wool and other fabrics, with 17 projects to save you money AND save the planet!
The Complete Bag Making Masterclass
Expert bag designer, Mrs H, has created a collection of the latest bag making techniques and 8 full-size bag patterns, based on her popular weekend bag making retreats. This collection of bag making techniques will teach you how to sew better bags. Learn all the key techniques including: adding different types of pockets; inserting zips; making handles and fastenings; using the latest bag hardware and how to get a flawless finish. In addition to these techniques Mrs H treats us to eight varied bag projects. Choose from a dainty clutch perfect for an event, through to a generously sized hold-all for a weekend away. All eight projects have full-size patterns pieces on the pull-out sheet so you can get sewing straight away and join her growing band of 'bagineers'!
You Will Be Able to Knit by the End of This Book
This simple guide will inspire you to pick up a pair of knitting needles and learn to create beautiful accessories, homewares and gifts.You want to learn to knit, but somehow you always end up in a tangle of knotted yarn and baffled by complicated and conflicting advice. This beginner's handbook goes back to basics, with clear step-by-step illustrations demonstrating how to cast on and how to ace a range of stitches, 15 easy projects allow you to practise your skills and build your confidence.You Will Be Able to Knit by the End of This Book provides a simple guide to picking up your knitting needles and getting started, and it helps to build your confidence slowly, as you practise and perfect skills and techniques. By the end of the book, you will be able to knit a range of projects including a simple headband, tablet case and even a doorstop. So take some time for yourself, learn a new skill, and enjoy crafting gifts for your friends, family and home with this beautiful book by your side.Projects include: -- Super chunky scarf- Mittens- Blanket- Baby booties- Cushion- Hot water bottle case- Teddy- Triangle shawl
My Life as a Potter
A gorgeous full-colour coffee table book celebrating the art of one of BC's finest potters, My Life as a Potter recounts Mary Fox's long journey to the peak of her craft. Part memoir, part coming-of-age story and part handbook for ceramicists, Fox's narrative expresses the passion she feels for her work and the joy she has found in living the life of a studio potter. A potter since the early 1970s, Fox is recognized for creating exquisite forms and distinctive textured glazes. She has shown her works internationally and at galleries across Canada. In this book she shares her plans to leave behind a legacy of support and mentorship for young artists, in the form of an artist-in-residence program steered by the Mary Fox Legacy Project Society. Royalties from this book will benefit the project. Readers with an interest in the technical aspect of Fox's work will especially appreciate the richly illustrated chapters on technique and artistic process. This book is for anyone who has ever been curious about the life of a professional potter, anyone hoping to become a potter themselves and anyone who believes that art has the power to guide us through life's myriad challenges and hardships.
Origami Symphony No. 5
Welcome to the world premier of the Fifth Origami Symphony! Structured as a musical symphony in four movements, these fun and challenging movements depict the richness and varieties of origami. From the Woodwinds to the Horns, from the most familiar of origami animals to the least known Catalan Solids, many origami adventures abound.Contained in this work are 31 original models, each a masterpiece by origami master John Montroll. Each model can be folded from a single square using standard origami paper. For the first movement, birds with toes add complexity to the folding and detailed expression to the birds. The Woodwinds of the second movement present our favorite and familiar representation of small animals in the woods. The Catalan Solids and Sunken Quadruplet Solids of the third movement are out of this world. The fourth movement concludes triumphantly with complex mammals with horns and antlers. All are of varying levels of difficulty.The four movements are: First Movement: Allegro: Triplets for Birds with Toes. Second Movement: Andante: Woodwinds in the Woods. Third Movement: Minuet of Catalan Solids with a Trio of Sunken Quadruplet Solids. Fourth Movement: March of the Horns & Antlers.
Drawing Fashion
Drawing Fashion is an introduction to drawing the proportions of the female fashion figure. Our models are size inclusive and cover the ever-changing fashion industry. Fashion is created for all sizes and shapes. Drawing Fashion follows that principle, focusing on the fashion figure and proportion of three models of varying sizes and shapes. Learn to draw the fashion figure for all aspects of the fashion industry.
Mandalas, Patterns, Kaleidoscopes
UK Edition A beautiful set of relaxing colouring pages to colour and enjoy, featuring mandalas, patterns, and kaleidoscopes. The artwork ranges from easy to intricate designs, each colouring page is one-sided in order to prevent bleed-through. Features: 30 colouring pages One-sided designs Colour Test - to test your colours Suggestions: Place some paper between the colouring pages, before colouring Fine tip pens and pencils are best used with this colouring book Happy Colouring
Mandalas, Patterns, Kaleidoscopes
US Edition A beautiful set of relaxing coloring pages to color and enjoy, featuring mandalas, patterns, and kaleidoscopes. The artwork ranges from easy to intricate designs, each coloring page is one-sided in order to prevent bleed-through. Features: 30 coloring pages One-sided designs Color Test - to test your colors Suggestions: Place some paper between the coloring pages, before coloring Fine tip pens and pencils are best used with this coloring book Happy Coloring
30 Intricate Mandalas For Relaxation
UK Edition Enjoy colouring the 30 intricate mandalas featured in this adult colouring book, a great way to relax for colouring book fans. The beautiful mandalas are printed one-sided and there is a colour test page for you to test your colours. Features: 30 stress-relieving intricate mandalas One-sided designs Colour Test page Suggestions: Fine tip pens and pencils are best used with this book Place a sheet of paper between the colouring pages prior to colouring Happy Colouring.
1000 Japanese Knitting & Crochet Stitches
"For knitters and crocheters looking to expand their repertoire, this book is a goldmine of inspiration and technique....Whether a seasoned stitcher or an ambitious beginner, this resource encourages experimentation, creativity, and mastery of stitchwork." --Interweave "3 Can't Miss Japanese Stich Dictionaries" The ultimate Japanese knitting and crochet stitch bible--now available for English-speaking crafters! 1000 Japanese Knitting & Crochet Stitches is a treasure trove of needlecraft patterns and motifs for experienced knitters and crocheters seeking to create and better understand the infinite variety of their craft. This Japanese reference work is beloved by knitters the world over, and the English version will allow even more crafters to enjoy these techniques. This dictionary includes 700 original knitting stitch patterns and 300 original crochet patterns that have inspired many modern Japanese knitwear designs. You'll find classic lacy, cable, Aran, Fair Isle, Nordic, ethnic patterns; geometric, botanical and animal motifs; and so much more. This one-stop reference has detailed stitch diagrams showing how to execute over 60 different knitting stitches and over 40 different crochet stitches. Each pattern is charted with a delineation of the pattern repeat. Like Tuttle's other bestselling Japanese knitting dictionaries--including Hitomi Shida's Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible--this one includes an introduction by Japanese knitting guru Gayle Roehm, which helps those who are new to Japanese knitting navigate the differences between the Japanese and Western styles of knitting and crochet.
Luna Lapin: Making New Friends
A new collection of sewing patterns from the author of Making Luna Lapin and Sewing Luna's Friends. Luna Lapin: Making New Friends is a collection of five brand new animals and their wonderful wardrobes. Choose from Daisy the sheep, Ramsey the ram, Hugh the hound, Rowan the squirrel and more. Fans of Luna Lapin will love these patterns for five of her best friends and their outfits and accessories. Author, Sarah Peel takes classic garments and recreates them on a miniature scale and with exquisite fabrics including Liberty cottons, wool tweed and French lace. Hugh's wool pea coat comes complete with embroidered anchor detail on the pocket - this level of design gives the dolls a timeless 'heirloom' appeal. Full-sized patterns and step-by-step instructions are included - as well as a collection of charming stories about the characters and their adventures.
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Time-Saving Charm Quilts
If you're a busy quilter with little time for your hobby you'll LOVE these time-saving patterns made with charm squares. Using these precuts will allow you more time to actually sew. Save time by having your fabric selection already decided and cut out for you. Our designers put together a great collection of timeless patterns perfect for you--the busy quilter. Sidebars included in this pattern book: Raw-edge Fusible Applique, Curved Piecing.
Coloring With Mommy
As a mother, there's nothing quite like creatingunforgettable moments with your child...or a book thatcomes to life as you color, reflecting your own love inits pages.From the author of I Love You, My Little One comes thisunique and memorable bonding experience, whichfosters creativity and imagination. Coloring WithMommy is the perfect activity book for moms andchildren to connect and grow!
Everyday Alterations - A Compendium of Causes, Effects and Remedies for the More Common Errors in Cutting and Making Men's Garments
"Everyday Alterations" is a handbook of the causes, effects, and remedies for some of the more common errors in cutting and making men's garments, including shirts, coats, trousers, shorts, etc. Written in clear, simple language and full of helpful diagrams, this volume will be of utility to anyone with a practical interest in fixing and altering clothes. Contents include: "Alteration on Coats", "Alteration on Vests", "Alterations on Trousers", "Coats", "Wrinkles Under the Back of Collar", "Wrinkles Back of Scye", "Fullness at in Front of Scye", "Wrinkle in Front of Shoulder", "Broken Fronts", "Scye Too Deep", "Sleeves", "Erect Coat, Normal Sleeve", "Stooping Coat, Normal Sleeve", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on dressmaking and tailoring.
A Beginner’s Guide to the Art of Woodcarving - Follow the Step by Step Instructions and Images to Produce Your First Piece of Woodcarving
Woodcarving is one of the most primal of human activities and with this helpful guide, the beginner can learn the basic skills to start enjoying this rewarding hobby. Full of helpful illustrations, advice and an introductory essay on woodwork.
Designing, Planning and Decorating Women’s Clothes - A Guide for the Dressmaker
This two volume compendium contains a wealth of ideas for today's dressmaker and is extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
Home Taxidermy or Pleasure and Profit - A Guide for Those Who Wish to Prepare and Mount Animals, Birds, Fish, Reptiles, Etc., for Home, Den or Office Decoration
Originally published in 1916, this book is an informative guide for those who want to try the practice of taxidermy at home. Extensively illustrated with text and full page diagrams, drawings and photographs, this vintage manual is still a great practical read for today's amateur or professional taxidermist. Contents: introduction - History - Outfit-tools and Materials - Preservative Preparations, formulas, Etc. - Panels, Shields and Natural and Artificial Mounts - Field Work, Collecting - Skinning and Preserving Skins - Making Scientific Skins - Preparing Dry and Wet Skins for Mounting - Mounting Small and Medium Birds - Mounting Large Birds - Tanning, Cleaning and Poisoning Skins - Making Animal Fur Rugs - Fur Robes and How to Make Them - Mounting Entire Small Fur Animals - Mounting Large Animals Entire - Mounting Heads of Small Animals, Birds and Fish - Mounting Heads of Large Game - Mounting Horns and Antlers - Mounting Feet and Hoofs - Mounting Fish - Mounting Fish-Baumgartel Method - Mounting Reptiles, Frogs and toads - Skulls and Skeletons - Sportsmen's Trophies - Odds and Ends, Taxidermic Novelties - Groups and Grouping - Animal Anatomy - Casting and Modelling - Market Trophy Hunting - Collecting and Mounting for Sale - Prices for Work. We are republishing this classic work in a modern and affordable edition, featuring high quality reproductions of the original artwork and a specially written new introduction.
An Encyclopaedia of the Main Varieties of Timber - From Acacia to Zebra-Wood with Notes on Colour, Strength and Common Uses
A helpful A-Z guide, through the different types of timber available to the amateur carpenter. Including an introductory essay on woodworking.
Construct Your Own Summerhouse for the Garden - A Step by Step Guide for the Amateur Carpenter
Constructing and finishing your own summerhouse could not be easier, with this helpful and easy to follow guide, perfect for the amateur carpenter. Including an essay on woodwork.
A Guide to Repairing and Restoring Hall Furniture - Details on Basic Carpentry the Keen Amateur can Complete at Home
Rescue a tatty chair or varnish a dull cupboard with this helpful guide for the amateur carpenter. Full of helpful illustrations and an introductory essay on restoring furniture.
The New Tinsmith’s Helper And Pattern Book - A Textbook And Working Guide For The Ambitious Apprentice, Busy Mechanic Or Trade School Student, Giving A Practical Explanation Of The Properties Of Circl
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The Compendium of Clothes and Fashion Design and Figure Drawing - A Guide for the Dressmaker and Tailor
This compendium contains a wealth of information about fashion design and illustration that will prove of much interest to today's sewing enthusiast. Extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. Contents Include: Designing and Planning Clothes; Designing and Decorating Clothes; Dress Decoration and Ornament; Costume Design and Illustration; A Manual on Figure Drawing & Fashion; Costume Design. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
The Compendium of Ladies’ Dressmaking and Tailoring for Women
This compendium contains a wealth of information about fashion design and illustration that will prove of much interest to today's sewing enthusiast. Extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. Contents Include: Tailoring for Women; Modern Tailoring for Women; Ladies' Cutting Made Easy; Clothing for Women - Selection, Design, Construction. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
A Complete Collection of Vintage Knitting Patterns; Including Garments for the Whole Family, from Baby to Grandma
This book contains a complete collection of vintage machine knitting patterns for the whole family. From the oldest to youngest member, there is an extensive choice of styles and sizes, for many occasions and for all seasons. Written in step-by-step instructions, with explanatory diagrams, and split into clear chapters, the book is clear and easy to follow. With this complete collection of patterns you can ensure that you and the people closest to you will be beautifully dressed the throughout the whole year. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
General Leathercraft
This antique book contains a comprehensive 'How-To' for general leathercrafting. Complete with a plethora of helpful photographs and diagrams, this guide is perfect for the beginner, and also serves as a great reference guide for other levels of ability and experience. Chapters contained herein include: 'How to Make Designs', 'How to Make Templates', 'How to Lay Out', 'How to Cut Leather', 'How to Do Outline Tooling', 'How to Do Flat Modelling', 'How to Do Embossing', 'How to Stipple Backgrounds', 'How to Use Stamping Tools', 'How to Use Embossing Wheel and Carriage', and many more. This book has been elected for modern republication because of its educational value, and is proudly republished here with a new introduction on the subject.
Canoe and Boat Building - A Complete Manual for Amateurs
This vintage book is a complete guide to canoe and boat construction designed for amateurs, with information on tools and equipment, designing, materials, common problems, and much more. Written in simple language and profusely illustrated, this book constitutes a must-have for novice boat builders, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "Introduction", "Designing", "Model Making", "Laying Down", "Methods of Building", "Tools and Materials", "Building", "Wells", "Aprons", "Paddles", "Sails and Rigging", "Centerboards", "Rudders", "Tabernacles", "Tents and Beds", "Stoves and Lamps", "Canvas Canoes", "Boat Building", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on building boats.
The Compendium of Pattern Making - A Guide for the Dressmaker and Tailor
This compendium contains a wealth of information about pattern design and cutting that will prove of much interest to today's sewing enthusiast. Extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. Contents Include: Pattern Designing - Designing with Foundation Patterns; Progressive Pattern Making and Cutting Out for Needlework; Your Pattern Cutting; Pattern Making for Dressmaking and Needlework. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
Wax Flowers - How To Make Them - With New Methods Of Sheeting Wax, Modelling Fruit, Etc.
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Two Volume Illustrated Guide - Making Toys for Children from Wood
This vintage book is comprehensive and beginner-friendly guide to making wooden toys, with information on tools and equipment, joining, finishing, and much more. Making wooden toys can be a cost-effective and rewarding process for both parent and child. Profusely illustrated and full of simple instructions, this timeless volume is highly recommended for anyone with an interest in hand-making toys, and would make for a fantastic addition to family collections. Contents include: "Tools and Supplies", "Transferring Drawings", "Sawing", "Fastening Parts Together", "Joints", "Coloring and Finishing", "Standing, Rocking, and Wheeling Animals", "Jacks and Acrobats--Performers on Strings", "Combat and Competition Toys", "Walkers and Dancers on an Inclined Plane", "Carts and Chariots", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of toys.
Painting, Furniture Finishing and Repairing - A Compilation of Helpful Articles for Craftsmen, Home Owners, Painters and Handymen
This text contains a detailed guide to painting, furniture finishing, and repairing, and includes a wealth of helpful information on tools, materials, and technique. A book that is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in the making or restoring of furniture, this guide contains a wealth of handy information and constitutes a great addition to collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book include: 'The Modern Finishing Method', 'Stop Masks from Rubber Bands for Painting Objects', 'Waterproofing Old Boat Hulls', 'Paint for Hot Surfaces', 'Mixes for Various Colours of Grey', 'Wax Finish on Wood Dishes', 'Methods of Finishing Rare and Fancy Woods', and many more. This text has been elected for modern republication due to the timeless nature of the information contained within it, and we are proud to republish this antique book now complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.
A Collection of Vintage Knitting Patterns for Women’s Cardigans, Jumpers and Twin Sets
This book contains a lovely selection of vintage machine knitting patterns for women's jumpers, cardigans and twin sets. Written in step-by-step instructions, with explanatory diagrams, and split into three sections, the book is clear and easy to follow. With many styles and a range of sizes available, this book is perfect for any knitter wanting to give a special gift, or just to keep themselves snug and warm. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
Antique and Modern Quilts - Photographic Reproductions of Patchwork Quilts in America
This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
Crochet And Tatting And Other Needlework Crafts
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A Compendium of the History of Lace Making - Lace Making in the British Midlands, France, Italy, Spain and Brussels - Four Volumes in One
Enthusiasts of the art of lacemaking will delight in this history of the craft. Extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
The Model Shipbuilder’s Manual of Fittings and Guns
This vintage book is a complete guide to making fittings and guns for model ships. With simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations, this handbook will be of considerable utility to both existing and prospective model builders, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Also included in this book are chapters on tools and equipment, workshop practice, common problems and simple fixes, and much more. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on model building.
The Two Volume Dressmaker’s Guide to Children’s Tailoring
All manner of dressmaking projects for children's garments can be found in this volume, which is extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
A Photographic Guide to the History of the Quilt in America
This rare book comprises a fascinating and comprehensive guide pertaining to the colourful history of quilting in America, complete with wonderful photographs and insightful commentary. The definitive guide on the subject, this scarce book will greatly appeal to anyone with an interest in the topic of quilting and constitutes a must-have for collectors of Marie Webster's work. This text has been elected for republication due to its historical and educational value, and is proudly republished here with a new prefatory biography of the author. Marie Daugherty Webster (1859 - 1956) was a businesswoman, quilt designer, and the author of the first book on quilting in America: Quilts, Their Story, and How to Make Them (1915).
A Handy Little Book of Household Plumbing Solutions - Including Stopping a Burst Pipe and Repairing Water Taps
A household plumbing problem can often be expensive and take a few days to get a specialist in to fix, here is a handy guide to making some very simple fixes that can save you money and help you understand your plumbing system. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
The Comprehensive Home Dressmaker’s Guide to Tailored Suits, Coats, and Capes
Every aspect of sewing tailored suits, coats, and capes is included in this handy volume. Extensively illustrated with black and white diagrams, photographs and drawings. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
Designing for Printed Furnishing Fabrics and Wallpapers
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Simple Boat-Building - Rowing Flattie, V-Bottom Sailing Dinghy, Moulded Pram, Hull for Outboard
This vintage book is a complete and beginner-friendly guide to building boats, with information on the design and construction of a rowing "flattie", a V-bottomed sailing dinghy, a moulded pram, and more. It was designed for those looking to build a boat on a budget and without special tools, and was written by an amateur with actual experience building twelve boats. Contents include: "Hints on Designing", "Sequence and Method in Building", "How to Build a Dinghy Flattie", "Finishing Details", "How to Build a V-Quartered Sailing Dinghy", "How to Build a Moulded Pram Dinghy", "How to Build an Outboard Run-About", and "How to Build a Dagger-Trunk". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on boat building.
Model Boat Building
This vintage book is a detailed guide to the designing and building of model yachts, being a treatise on the construction, rigging, and racing of model yachts, ships and steamers. Comprehensive and profusely illustrated, this volume is highly recommended for serious model boat enthusiasts, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "How to Build a Sharpie Hull; Setting up the Moulds and Erecting the Framework", "Planking up the Sharpie Hull and Finishing it off", "Marking and Cutting out the Wood for A 36 inch Round-bottomed Hull", "Gluing up the Hull and Making the Keel", "Carving and Finishing the Hull", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on model building.
Small Sailing Craft - Design and Construction
This vintage book is a complete guide to small sailing craft, with a focus on the construction thereof. Written for the amateur boat builder, this handbook is intended to cover all the problems commonly faced by those who attempt to build a boat of their own design, and will be of considerable value to anyone occupied in such an endeavour. Contents include: "Methods of Construction", "Metal V. Wood", "Durability of Timber", "Decay", "Marine Borders", "Anti-fouling Methods", "Rigs and Sails", "Design of Boats", "Speed and Power", "Materials of Construction", "Construction of a Sharpie", "Sail Making", "Yacht Racing", "Anchors, Cable and Rope", "Choice of Size", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on boat building.
An Introduction to Textile Bleaching
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Teach Yourself Dressmaking
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The Complete Home Book of Family Tailoring
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A Complete Guide to Home Sewing
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