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'A practical step-by-step guide to making gorgeous clothes for not much cash... projects include ear muffs, bows, flowers, headbands, skirts and capelets.' (SEW TODAY )
'not only is this book very useful, it's a joy to read. Farry's instructions are clear and straight-forward, but sound nothing like a manual. And because it's so gosh-darn pretty, it would make a fantastic gift for the girl of slender means in your life.' (www.domesticsluttery.com )
'The very talented Eithne Farry's new book... is full of clever, not too challenging ideas for making really great clothes & accessories from sometimes unlikely sources' (www.libertylondongirl.com )
'This inspiring little hardback tome is positively brimming with quirky stitching tips and tricks that show the reader how to create gorgeous clothes on a budget... a must -buy book.' (CRAFTS BEAUTIFUL )
'Guaranteed to put the fun back into sewing, this is the perfect title for those who love to make fashion items with minimum fuss and maximum impact.' (SEWING WORLD )
'not only is this book very useful, it's a joy to read. Farry's instructions are clear and straight-forward, but sound nothing like a manual. And because it's so gosh-darn pretty, it would make a fantastic gift for the girl of slender means in your life.' (www.domesticsluttery.com )
'The very talented Eithne Farry's new book... is full of clever, not too challenging ideas for making really great clothes & accessories from sometimes unlikely sources' (www.libertylondongirl.com )
'This inspiring little hardback tome is positively brimming with quirky stitching tips and tricks that show the reader how to create gorgeous clothes on a budget... a must -buy book.' (CRAFTS BEAUTIFUL )
'Guaranteed to put the fun back into sewing, this is the perfect title for those who love to make fashion items with minimum fuss and maximum impact.' (SEWING WORLD )
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A celebration of DIY clothes and practical step-by-step guide from the author of YEAH, I MADE IT MYSELF.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
After buying Eithne's previous book, Yeah, I Made it Myself: DIY Fashion for the Not Very Domestic GoddessI couldn't wait for the next one to come out. I loved the first book, it was chatty and quirky and above all gave me a real desire to start sewing again, despite a terminal lack of time.
Nevertheless I was pleasantly surprised at how many projects there were in the new book. It really is fantastic value. As a very experienced sewer I would advise newcomers to be very careful with the instructions though, and perhaps use simple patterns for things like the dresses and tops. Don't get me wrong, I adore Eithnes creative, enthusiastic books, they are just fantastic. But the directions are shaky to say the least, and inexperienced seamstresses could come seriously unstuck. The general sewing advice is well written but the individual projects are lacking in instruction, accurate sizing and many steps are not explained that well. Like many other sewing books I was occasionally irritated that the photographer's need for the shot to look moody or trendy did not show the item completely.
That said, with a few basic store bought patterns to help you this is a wealth of creative ideas. There are a few guest designers in this one too, and whilst the projects vary they are rather on the adventurous, young, wacky side. Although my tastes are less wild, these are great projects that with a change of colour or decoration can be made into anything you want, they are truly versatile.
It sounds like I have given this a less than glowing review and I don't mean to because I truly love this book. But where Eithne comes into her own is with the chatty friendly text, and the fun ideas. I only mean to warn new sewers that they may not find idiot proof step by step pictures here. Just reading the text alone can be enough to enthuse you about sewing and creating, and there are not many authors who can do that. Thank you Eithne, keep publishing!
Nevertheless I was pleasantly surprised at how many projects there were in the new book. It really is fantastic value. As a very experienced sewer I would advise newcomers to be very careful with the instructions though, and perhaps use simple patterns for things like the dresses and tops. Don't get me wrong, I adore Eithnes creative, enthusiastic books, they are just fantastic. But the directions are shaky to say the least, and inexperienced seamstresses could come seriously unstuck. The general sewing advice is well written but the individual projects are lacking in instruction, accurate sizing and many steps are not explained that well. Like many other sewing books I was occasionally irritated that the photographer's need for the shot to look moody or trendy did not show the item completely.
That said, with a few basic store bought patterns to help you this is a wealth of creative ideas. There are a few guest designers in this one too, and whilst the projects vary they are rather on the adventurous, young, wacky side. Although my tastes are less wild, these are great projects that with a change of colour or decoration can be made into anything you want, they are truly versatile.
It sounds like I have given this a less than glowing review and I don't mean to because I truly love this book. But where Eithne comes into her own is with the chatty friendly text, and the fun ideas. I only mean to warn new sewers that they may not find idiot proof step by step pictures here. Just reading the text alone can be enough to enthuse you about sewing and creating, and there are not many authors who can do that. Thank you Eithne, keep publishing!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is truly inspirational. It frees you from worrying about technique to focus on the sheer joy of making. There are enough instructions to get every project right, but you won't get bogged down in technical difficulties or measuring that extra half centimetre.
I came away with lots of ideas, and the urge to immediately make something. Which I did!
I came away with lots of ideas, and the urge to immediately make something. Which I did!
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If you buy this book thinking that you will be able to transform your wardrobe, think again!
Yes, ideas but no patterns to work from, just ideas.
You would have to be a fairly accomplished dressmaker/stylist to be able to make sense of some of the 'instructions'
Great title, great cover but.................
Yes, ideas but no patterns to work from, just ideas.
You would have to be a fairly accomplished dressmaker/stylist to be able to make sense of some of the 'instructions'
Great title, great cover but.................
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Wonderful inspiration
I received this book as a gift and love it to bits. If you are looking for a how-to-guide then this is not for you. Read more
Published 1 month ago by jr@tesson.demon.co.uk
Very pleased
I really like this book. Plenty of simple, practical projects to try. The narrative is pleasant to read and the photos are good.
Published 12 months ago by Nibbles 511(Julie)
Whimsical with lots of ideas
This book is rather more poetic than deeply practical, but there is a wealth of great ideas here to get your creative juices flowing. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mistress of Stitch
Craft book review
Fantastic book for girls of slender means and those with not so slender means. It was bought as a present and she was very happy with its contents and so much so that I have also... Read more
Published 16 months ago by satified customer
Nothing I actually wanted to make
This was an attarctively produced book with lovely photos although none of them showd enough of an item to know exactly what it looked like or even if I liked it. Read more
Published 19 months ago by bookmouse
Worst book of that genre I've ever seen
As I am a beginner I have recently seen many books about home sewing and since I loved the title I borrowed the book from the library, which was very lucky, because it would be a... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Fran
Use with caution beginners!!!
As an owner of Farry's last book I was looking forward to receiving this new release.
I did find that some of the projects were too similar to those within her first book and... Read more
I did find that some of the projects were too similar to those within her first book and... Read more
Published 22 months ago by kilt
Lovely things to make for girls of slender means
Attractive book but not very practical. Have had books with far better patterns and instructions. Only sketchy instructions and virtually thumbnail drawings of pattern pieces for... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mrs. E. Khalil
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