From the Publisher
The best-selling authors of One-Yard Wonders are back with
an all-new collection of 101 sewing projects that each require just
one yard of fabric! This time, the projects are organized by
fabric type. From home dec to knits, wool to flannels, corduroy to
cottons, these patterns--contributed by popular sewing bloggers
and designers from across North America--show how to make the
most of each fabric's unique characteristics. Waterproof
coated cottons are perfect for a gym bag, wool makes a warm cap for
the outdoor enthusiast, knit jersey whips up quickly into a ruffle
scarf or sassy dress, corduroy makes a sturdy farmers' market tote,
and lightweight cotton voile is perfect for a little girl's smocked
sundress. Each project is shown in a full-color photograph
accompanied by detailed step-by-step
instructions, illustrations, and a complete cutting layout.
From the Jacket
Perfect Patterns, for Every Fabric
From cozy flannels to water-resistant oilcloths to the sheerest
summer voiles, contemporary print designers offer a wide variety of
fabrics to explore. With 101 exciting new sewing projects, you''ll
discover how to make the most of each fabric''s unique
characteristics -- one yard at a time. Full-size pattern pieces are
included.
About the Author
Trish Hoskins is the co-founder of Crafty Planet, a retail
fabric and needlework store and craft workshop in Minneapolis,
Minnesota. She has designed several of the patterns used in Crafty
Planet classes. She enjoys knitting, crocheting, spinning, sewing,
quilting, embroidery, and cross-stitching. She is a graduate of
American University and the University of Oregon, concentrating in
Russian Studies.
Rebecca Yaker began sewing at age five. After eight years
of designing apparel for two of America's largest retailers, she
started her own design business, creating one-of-a-kind baby
bedding and apparel in her Minneapolis design studio. She is a
hand- and machine-knitter, and she crochets, weaves, does fabric
printing, and consults on design. She is a graduate of the
University of Michigan and the Moscow State Linguistics University,
doing work in Russian Languages and Literature.
About the Book
From knits, wools, and flannels to corduroy and cottons, these patterns show how to make the most of each fabric's unique characteristics. Sewers will love the affordability and ease of these patterns, each requiring just one yard of fabric. There's something for every skill level and interest.
