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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherGMC Distribution
ISBN-101861085028
ISBN-139781861085023
eBay Product ID (ePID)59104508
Product Key Features
Book TitleMaking Vintage Bags : 20 Original Sewing Patterns for Vintage Bags and Purses
Number of Pages176 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSewing, Fashion, General, Fiber Arts & Textiles
Publication Year2007
IllustratorYes
GenreCrafts & Hobbies
AuthorEmma Brennan
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight22.8 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal646.48
SynopsisFashion-conscious ladies love their purses-- and vintage is today' s key couture look. These bags draw inspiration from the elegance, glamour, and sophistication of styles popular in the 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s, so they' re as exquisite as anything in a fine boutique... but at a fraction of the cost. There are 20 original projects in total (five per era) and they have wonderful details like beaded ring handles, three-dimensional trims, whimsical applique s, and eye-catching prints. Go for art deco styling, slimline clutches, tapestry bags, and gathered ones with felt corsages. Plus, each handbag has a pretty matching purse pattern to go along with it. All the patterns have seam allowances added already to make things easy, and sewers will find everything they need to know to take their choice from beautiful idea to finished item., As every fashion conscious girl knows you can never have too many bags and vintage is a key look from couture to high street. The bags in this book draw inspiration from the 20s - 50s. The 20 projects are suitable for all levels and there are four matching purse designs that can be adapted to any bag. Patterns and seam allowances are also included. Patterns for all the bags are included and all have seam allowances added already so that the book is not just inspirational, it's practical too, providing everything you need to know to take your bag from being a beautiful idea to a finished item. The bags are made from easily acquired materials using straightforward techniques and come in a range of beautiful shapes that give them a really stunning and unique look.