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Wear, repair, repurpose

a maker's guide to mending and upcycling clothes
2020
"Lily Fulop welcomes beginner and experienced makers with projects to refresh their closets, make the most of thrift store finds, and give worn-out cloth new life. Illustrated step-by-step instructions demystify mending techniques, and skill-based projects will inspire readers to embrace their own personal style. Learn to: darn socks, hem pants, embroider over stains, and crochet and braid rugs"-- Provided by publisher.

Save this shirt

2007
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for transforming old t-shirts into useful wardrobe pieces and accessories, including a scarf, headband, bag, sailor shirt, and other items.

Rip it!

how to deconstruct and reconstruct the clothes of your dreams
2006
Provides illustrated instructions for transforming clothes into creative new fashions and customizing pieces found in thrift shops and resale stores.

Making your clothes fit

1979
Illustrated instructions for solving fitting problems with pants, skirts, blouses, and dresses.

Generation T

beyond fashion : 120 new ways to transform a T-shirt
2009
Presents over one hundred designs with easy-to-follow instructions on crafting and redesigning t-shirts as other clothing items and accessories, including halter tops, headbands, and aprons.

Cheap frills

fabulous facelifts for your clothes
2001
A guide to changing the look of different kinds of clothes which explains how to use beads, ribbon, sequins, fabrics, and other decorations to add flair to any wardrobe.

Generation T

108 ways to transform a T-shirt
2006
Contains illustrated instructions to creating over 100 projects and fashions from T-shirts including customized tees, tank tops, skirts, handbags, and a patchwork blanket.

Subversive seamster

transform thrift store threads into street couture
2007
Step-by-step instructions demonstrate how to create unique, stylish clothing out of items found at thrift stores, explaining how to rebuild and refashion various items that reflect the seamster's individuality and style.

Slapdash alterations

how to recycle your wardrobe
1977
Gives instructions for easy ways to remodel clothes, with diagrams and directions for adjusting length, fit, and style, and for transforming problem clothes into usable garments.
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