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¡Coser es divertido!La costura no solo requiere creatividad y ganas de experimentar, sino también algunos conocimientos básicos y cierta habilidad. "Escuela de costura" servirá de base a quienes empiecen a coser o deseen refrescar sus conocimientos de costura. De forma comprensible y grafica, este libro presenta los fundamentos de la confeccion, asi como las tecnicas basicas y algunos consejos utiles. Ademas, le ofrece todo lo que debe saber para tejer una prenda: desde los tipos de puntadas manuales y a maquina hasta las mangas, cinturillas o bolsillos, pasando por las costuras y dobladillos o el sobrehilado de bordes de tela. Un capitulo especial esta dedicado a los arreglos, como estrechar un pantalon o zurcir desgarrones y agujeros. Las labores que se proponen, de exito garantizado, le despertaran las ganas de empezar. Descubra el placer de la costura y deje volar su imaginacion a la hora de confeccionar sus propias prendas de vestir.

Vamos, ¿a qué esperas para coger las agujas?Aprende a tejer prendas desde cero.En este nuevo libro, WE ARE KNITTERS nos propone piezas para tejer y regalar en las Navidades, cumpleaños, aniversarios y en cualquier ocasion en la que haya algo que celebrar... Cojines, cestas, manoplas, calentadores, fundas para la tableta y el movil, asi como algun clasico de la marca como los gorritos y los jerseis, son algunos de los patrones que encontraras en estas paginas.¿Que incluye este libro?+ 21 patrones originales+ esquemas detallados con medidas+ tecnicas y puntos nuevos+ soluciones a los problemas mas frecuentes+ iniciacion al crochetLas manualidades triunfan y esta de moda regalar objetos hechos por uno mismo. En este nuevo libro de WE ARE KNITTERS la propuesta esta centrada en 21 piezas para tejer y regalar. Los patrones que se proponen son piezas modernas, vanguardistas y cosmopolitas, que transmiten a la perfeccion la esencia de WE ARE KNITTERS.En estas paginas ademas se explican puntos y tecnicas nuevos como el punto bambu, punto de arroz bicolor, contar vueltas segun el tipo de punto...; las mejores recomendaciones para empezar a tejer asi como los errores mas frecuentes. Y tambien un completo paso a paso de como empezar a tejer con la tecnica del crochet.

¡Aprende a tejer prendas de moda!Todas las prendas que tejes llevan algo muy especial, aunque solo sea el recuerdo del momento en que las tejimos, algo que las hace diferentes. Regalar una prenda tejida por uno mismo es regalar no solo la prenda en si, pero tambien un pedacito de nosotros, de nuestro tiempo e ilusion.Tejer es relajante, baja el ritmo de los latidos del corazon, nos ayuda a evadirnos de los problemas del dia a dia, nos hace conservar y entrenar la memoria, nos vuelve mas inteligentes..., los beneficios son innumerables.Cuando tejer llevaba años relacionandose al pasado, a las abuelitas y a la naftalina, llegaron WE ARE KNITTERS, que decidieron quitar todo esos prejuicios y hacer que tejer no sea cosa del pasado, sino todo lo contrario. Cuando la tradicion de tejer se estaba perdiendo, Pepita y Alberto decidieron renovar la imagen y la experiencia de tejer algo con tus propias manos, implantando en España la imparable corriente de nuevos tejedores que se origino en Nueva York.Los patrones que nos proponen en este libro, lejos de los patucos de bebe, son prendas muy modernas, vanguardistas y cosmopolitas, transmiten la esencia de WE ARE KNITTERS. Se trata de 29 patrones, 8 son clasicos de la marca y 21 han sido creados en exclusiva para esta publicacion. Ademas, en sus paginas se enseñan pinceladas tecnicas de como empezar a tejer (o como recordarlo), cuales son los tipos de puntos mas versatiles, los utensilios que necesitaras, y muchos consejos sobre como cuidar tus prendas terminadas.

Tejer a dos agujas constituye hoy una actividad muy popular debido a los muchos beneficios que conlleva: favorece el bienestar físico y mental, incrementa la autoestima y mejora el estado de ánimo. Ademas, el mercado ofrece una gran variedad de hilados y tipos de agujas, lo que nos permite desplegar la creatividad en cualquier lugar y en todas las epocas del año. Mirtha Edith Vazquez nos presenta aqui un libro con lecciones sencillas y diagramas que ayudaran, tanto al principiante como a la persona con cierta experiencia en el tejido, a adquirir confianza en su habilidad para esta maravillosa tarea. Planificacion y confeccion de prendas tejidas, entonces, es una guia que nos sumergira en esta terapia antiestres y nos develara muchos de los secretos para realizar el proyecto que tanto hemos deseado y soñado.

Guía de puntos en dos agujas, explicados paso a paso con textos, diagramas y claros videos tutoriales para guiarte de la mejor forma. Puntos en relieve, calados y trenzas para poder combinar y crear

En esta edición encontrarán 75 modelos para tejer en dos agujas y agujas circulares. Tejidos para mujer, hombre, niños, bebés, deco y accesorios, tejidos elegantes que van de los clásicos absolutos a las mas actuales propuestas. Tambien van a encontrar 10 videos tutoriales de algunos modelos para guiarse mejor y un curso con todo lo necesario para aprender a tejer paso a paso.

20 originales modelos de Moda Crochet. Variados diseños para todas las estaciones cómo un top y un piluso para el verano y una gran variedad de sweaters y sacos para el invierno. Incluye técnicas cómo sweaters top down, con intarsia, grannys, volados, puntos calados y bordado sobre tejido.

Nothing compares with the pleasure and satisfaction of making something yourself, and for years the Irish Countrywomens Association has been at the forefront of Irish craft. This beautiful book is an inspiring collection of projects from ICA members that introduce traditional Irish crafts in a fresh, modern way. From making your own jewellery and embroidered cushions, to crochet hats and handmade Christmas decorations, The ICA Book of Craft contains 40 practical projects to inspire you to have a go.Many of the ideas are simple enough to be tackled by beginners; some are more of a labour of love. Try your hand at a cosy scarf, beautiful Aran jumper or delicate lace collar, or add finishing touches to your home with redwork embroidery, fabric covered boxes or seasonal decorations.Collected from ICA members around the country and captured in beautiful, atmospheric photographs, the projects in this book show you how to make jewellery, soft furnishings, clothing and festive decorations with a personal touch and a home-made flavour.

The comprehensive guide provides the lacemaker with step-by-step instructions and illustrations on the techniques which make up this type of lacemaking. Divided into ten easy-to-follow sections, alternative methods of construction are closely examined and explained. Bridget M. Cook begins with starts and edges, describing the techniques of replacing threads and adding pairs, joinings, sewings, connections and crossings. Additional information is provided on picots, tallikes and venetian cords, plaits and braids. Other sections look at carrying pairs, raised work, corners, curves and holes, endings, moving work under construction and the mounting of completed lace. Practical Skills in Bobbin Lace will help all lacemakers to increase their repertoire of techniques.

From the co-author of two previous Batsford lace titles comes a collection of 50 stunning lace patterns that showcase the delicate beauty of this ever-popular lace. Traditionally, the ornate braids that make up Milanese lace were used in long, convoluted floral patterns, but they are also easily adapted for use in more modern designs. This new book of patterns contains both traditional and modern examples, and the author experiments with different decorative styles - for example, Celtic lettering that is vibrant with the colours of original Celtic art, taken into a new dimension with the addition of Milanese braids. Exquisite miniatures in a Japanese style will be a challenge even for the most experienced lacemaker: the smallest patterns are not necessarily the easiest! Other patterns include flowers, scrolls, leaves and butterflies, plus some more unusual designs: dragons, a picture depicting the legend of Arion and the dolphin, and a spectacular piece featuring the mythical seven-headed Hydra. There is a good range of patterns, including both prickings and photographs of the finished pieces, suitable for abilities ranging from beginner to advanced.

50 Dutch Bobbin Lace Patterns presents a stunning selection of Withof and Duchesse bobbin lace patterns for the lacemaking enthusiasts. This multi-language lace book introduces a variety of patterns chosen to suit every level from the enthusiastic beginner to the most experienced lacemaker. The book includes: Detailed explanations of the Withof and Duchesse techniques. A variety of designs, including an alphabet, a coat of arms, a clematis and a butterfly. Advice and further suggestions to encourage lacemakers to create their own personalized lace designs. How to use traditional fine threads, thicker threads - which give the pieces a larger scale - and coloured threads.

Textile artist and surface designer Mandy Pattullo marries fabric with collage techniques to produce beautiful pieces of art. In Textile Collage she shows a fresh way to use scraps and oddments of fabrics to create something unique and personal, while also being economical perfect for those who have hoarded bits of fabric, trim and memory-filled domestic textiles over the years.Chapter one covers Materials: collecting and sourcing fabric including unpicking and storing found fabric. In chapter two, Make, Mandy guides you through all the artistic and creative elements that you need to consider to create a beautiful collage. The following chapter Portray looks at piecing together a collaged portrait human or animal showing the figurative approach in collage work that includes transfer images and using found photographs. In the chapter Worn, the collage technique is used to embellish skirts, jackets and accessories. The final chapter Book looks at the fabric book as a receptacle for textile collage, with a range of approaches and forms explored.This is a wonderful resource for all textilers looking to make the most of the found fabrics they love and fully explore the technique of collage with textiles.

Milanese has a greater variety of decorative stitches within the braid than any other lace. It is this variety, added to the baroque style of its designs, that makes Milanese the most beautiful of Italian laces. New in paperback, this book is a collection of 43 new braids, including two spiral braids, and 40 original patterns, all with diagrams, photographs and full instructions.

Sookie and Ivy arent your average Internet influencers. Theyre rescue dogs--and millions of people follow their online accounts for the latest pictures of them wearing the crochet dog hats from their self-taught owner, Jani Oja. In Crocheting Original Hats for Dogs, Oja finally reveals the crochet strategies behind all the cuteness! Take a peek behind the online curtains to find out how Oja, a self-taught crocheter, has turned her habit into the adventure of a lifetime! Inside, youll discover crochet patterns for 16 of Ojas favorite amigurumi-inspired designs, such as the oft-requested Blueberry pattern. Some are completely crochet, while others offer Ojas crafty touches--including faux flowers, greenery, and pom poms. If you want the little fur babies in your life to enjoy the same kinds of crochet dog hats--or simply want to learn to crochet for yourself--this is the perfect book for logging off and bringing this cute habit into your own home.

Open Pieced Kaleidoscope Quilt Blocks to enjoy the enchanting, intricate patterns that have made author Lydia Cheney the "Kaleidoscope Queen"! Inside, youll find that Pieced Kaleidoscope Quilt Blocks captures both the quirks and visually stimulating wonders of the English Paper Piecing technique. Cheney is a master of EPP and, having overcome dyslexia to master her kaleidoscope methods, has built an intuitive way for fresh students to digest these notoriously challenging patterns. Whether youre a seasoned or a novice quilter, youll find that the step-by-step guidance within will help you refine your fussy-cutting skills and confidently create kaleidoscope blocks like youve been at it for years. Or go beyond the "scope" of the theme to craft different motifs, including animals, hearts, and feathers. In no time, youll be quilting for small accent pieces like pillows or even building more ambitious, fully formed quilts.

Woven Tapestry is an in-depth practical guide to the technique of this unique art form, and to finding creative expression within it.Progressive exercises based on the authors combined 50 years experience are used to explain technique from making a first sample through to finished pieces. These are illustrated by over 400 specially woven samples and diagrams. The underlying principles are outlined and applied in a contemporary and creative way. Full-page images illustrate the qualities of line, colour, pattern and texture unique to woven tapestry, and the rich and exciting range of yarns available. Exercises in making and interpreting designs guide the developing weaver towards making individually creative work. Woven Tapestry offers the reader the technical skills and understanding needed to make expressive and beautiful work of their own. By working with several weft threads simultaneously, tapestry weaving becomes highly nuanced and is capable of complex imagery. Exercises in design show how to make use of the unique qualities that woven tapestry has to offer. The initial techniques are fundamentally simple and are clearly explained using only basic equipment and readily available yarns. The reader is encouraged to take time in learning, and to look closely whilst working. The continuous slow under over rhythm of weft passing through warp can promote a mental space in which to think and feel more deeply, and ultimately to create.Right from the first exercise there are creative choices to be made. By progressing to more advanced techniques, and working with many types and combinations of yarns, the expressive freedom available to the developing weaver soon becomes endless.

Looking to scratch that quilting itch and looking for the perfect inspiration for your new project? Author Stephanie Soebbing is an expert at using quilting to creatively while away the hours. As founder of "Quilt Addicts Anonymous," shes helped quilters of all skill levels to learn the joy of quilting. Now, in Panel Quilting Workshop, she steers readers through 12 finished projects from beginning to end. Read along as you discover tips and ideas for selecting complementary quilting designs, find out how to handle different types of printed panels, like multi-image and framed panels, and master the basic patchwork instructions that will have you quilting like an expert. Finding the right projects for your quilting passion is no longer an excuse - with Panel Quilting Workshop, youll just wish there were more than 12 projects!

Learn to Knit the Easy Way opens the door for budding knitting enthusiasts! Featuring comprehensive, introductory lessons for beginners who want to learn the art of working with chunky yarns with larger needles. Youll learn key techniques such as knit-and-purl, cast-on and cast-off methods, increases and decreases, and picking up new stitches from lifelong needle crafting enthusiast, designer and instructor Val Pierce. Val distills her established teaching methods into a single easy-to-understand resource. Want to know the basic stitches? Its all here, including garter, stockinette, ribbing, cables, and seed. Want answers to basic questions so you can troubleshoot your way through your first knitting experiences? As a teacher of both new and intermediate students, Val Pierce can help. Youll also find 16 great knitting projects within, including beanies, mittens, blankets, socks, scarves, bags, headbands, a dog neckerchief, a cable tank top, and more! Whether youre buying it for yourself or as a gift for the aspiring knitter in your life, its the perfect introduction for someone whos always wanted to learn to knit with chunky yarns the easy way.

Featuring a blend of English and Spanish instructions, the Learn-to-Quilt Bilingual Guide is ideal for any English or Spanish-speaking beginning quilters who want to master this beautiful hobby! Inside, passionate quilt enthusiasts Lina Owen and Laura Raquel have assembled simple, one-step-at-a-time instructions that quilting newbies will consider foolproof. Along with illustrations to guide you along the way, youll find instructions in both English and Spanish. If youre a first-time Hispanic/Latino quilter, youll find everything you need to know to bring your cultural heritage to life in your quilts. If youre just beginning in English and wouldnt mind working on your Spanish, you can also try two hobbies in one! Its the perfect guide for aspiring quilters of all types, including the ever-burgeoning bilingual families who want to share a wholesome, beautifully expressive activity at home.

Theres a popular approach thats being embraced by todays modern quilter and its all about the 10" pre-cut square! The 10" square precut is cost-effective, offers plenty of fabric variety, and can be used to create almost anything. Now you can find a comprehensive guide to this approach in The 10-Inch Square Quilt Block Book. Author Carolina Moore is an award-winning quilter whos made a living sharing her unique knowledge. Moore shares more than 42 quilt designs and 13 spectacular projects with step-by-step instructions for achieving the same mastery over the craft. With the 10" square pre-cut approach, youll have endless ideas for mixing, matching, and pairing your quilt blocks to your hearts content. Whether youre a lifelong quilter learning a new approach or someone new to the craft, Carolina Moore will introduce you to a fresh perspective thats sure to raise your quilting to the next level.