Synopses & Reviews
Classic Accessories to Last a Lifetime Well-made leather accessories add flair and finesse to any wardrobe. You can experience the luxury of custom leather belts, gloves, and clutches without the custom expense. This book shows you how to sew your own finely crafted leather accessories that will last for years and years of use. With the expert techniques shared in Sewing Leather Accessories you no longer have to rely on the limited options of ready-made items. Master the basic methods and equipment used in working with leather. Learn the right way to perform every step of the process, with full-size patterns, detailed instructions, and easy-to-follow illustrated diagrams. You'll find classic, timeless projects here for making three different belt styles, fitted gloves for both men and women, and a chic clutch that also does duty as a shoulder bag. Each design can be adapted to match your personal style with endless customization options. Enjoy the luxury of custom leather goods without the custom price tag: - How to sew your own quality leather accessories - Timeless designs for classic wardrobe essentials - Patterns, detailed instructions and illustrated diagrams - Basic leatherworking techniques and equipment - Custom options for expressing your personal style
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Sew your own custom leather accessories that will last for years and years of use. Learn the right way to perform every step of the process, with full-size patterns, detailed instructions, and easy-to-follow illustrated diagrams.
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Fine leather gloves, purses, and accessories are extremely expensive to purchase. Designer handbags from Louis Vutton, Gucci, or Chanel can cost four figures, or even more. Fashion enthusiasts who are looking to dress up their wardrobes with their own sense of style will love this book. It shows fashion-forward sewers how to enjoy the luxury of custom leather essentials without the custom price tag.
About the Author
Choly Knight has her finger on the pulse of what today's young crafters really want. A power-seller on Etsy.com, she is the author of six sewing books from Fox Chapel Publishing. Choly has been crafting for as long as she can remember, and has drawn, painted, sculpted, and taped everything in sight. She took up sewing at age 12 and knitting at 21. After going to college for English and Studio Art, she now enjoys trying to find numerous different ways to combine all of her passions of writing, fine art, and craft art.
Skills Institute Press has acquired 162 hobbyist and DIY titles from the acclaimed Time/Life book division, representing content distinguished by clarity of instruction and quality of illustration. Now the Press is updating and revising many of these titles, in order to release them in new contemporary editions.