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The Folkwear Book of Ethnic Clothing: Easy Ways to Sew & Embellish Fabulous Garments from Around the World,New
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Bring the world to your sewing machine! A sumptuously illustrated survey of traditional clothing from across the globeplus timesaving, innovative techniques for making and decorating garmentswill absolutely enchant stitchers. Throughout, images, from richly colored photographs to vintage postcards, capture people in their authentic dress (many of which have now disappeared). Before beginning an actual project, examine the basics of construction that appear again and again in ethnic attire: unconstructed rectangles, pullover cloaks or tunics, sleeved shifts, pullon pants, full skirts with aprons, yoked shirts, short vests, and a frontopening coat. Embellish them, using some of the exquisite techniques that make these garments so breathtaking, from weaving and braiding to beading, painting, and embroidering. The highlight: six popular folkwear outfits with instructions on pattern making, marking, cutting out pieces, and putting it all togethera Seminole skirt, Moroccan burnoose, Syrian dress, Polish vest, Tibetan coat and Japanese Kimono.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Folkwear Book of Ethnic Clothing'? A: The book provides an illustrated survey of traditional clothing from around the world, along with innovative techniques for sewing and embellishing these garments.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'The Folkwear Book of Ethnic Clothing' is authored by Mary Parker.
- Q: What type of projects can I expect to find in this book? A: The book includes a variety of projects such as pull-on pants, full skirts, cloaks, tunics, and more, along with instructions for creating popular folkwear outfits.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains 160 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'The Folkwear Book of Ethnic Clothing', published on October 1, 2002.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is listed in good condition.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: 'The Folkwear Book of Ethnic Clothing' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, the book features sumptuous illustrations including photographs and vintage postcards that depict traditional clothing.
- Q: What techniques are covered for embellishing garments? A: Techniques include weaving, braiding, beading, painting, and embroidering to enhance the ethnic garments.
- Q: What is the significance of the ethnic clothing showcased in the book? A: The book highlights garments that reflect cultural heritage and traditional attire, many of which may no longer be commonly worn.