Boutique Bags

Download or read book Boutique Bags written by Sue Kim and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2015-07-07 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Bags—The Modern Classics. “Sewists who enjoy bags designed by Lexie Barnes, Amy Butler, or Sara Lawson will enjoy Kim’s stylish designs.” —Library Journal Hit the town with chic, modern bags for any occasion! With 19 fashionable projects, from a metal-framed clutch to a ruffled carryall, you’ll have a match for every outfit. Learn to sew darts, ruffles, and other design elements for a professional finish. Make multiples of your favorites and see for yourself how a simple change in fabric offers a whole new look. With full-size patterns and simple construction, these bags are on-trend and runway worthy. 19 sophisticated bags from experienced pattern maker Sue Kim Stylish market tote, classy clutches, and a Boston bag Tips on installing pockets, zippers, and bag hardware Plus, the secret to perfect gathers, ruffles, and darts “The best book on bags I have ever seen . . . Techniques, tip and know-how are all included plus full-sized templates. I love sewing books that give full-sized patterns, so this book is ticking all the boxes.” —yarndsandfabric.co.uk “Sue Kim has followed her first book of bag projects with another beauty. As she did before, Sue has provided detailed step-by-step instructions illustrated with clear photographs for each of the 19 projects in this latest volume. This, coupled with the stylish design of the bags and the excellent technique overview chapter, makes Boutique Bags an excellent choice for crafters who are building their bag-making skills or looking for creative inspiration.” —Australian Homespun Magazine “A great bag making book.” —Sewing World

Download or read book The Bag Boutique written by Debbie Von Grabler-Crozier and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018-01-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sew a range of 20 beautiful, colorful bags, from totes and backpacks to clutches and shoulder bags. Add a gorgeous finishing touch to any outfit! This mouthwateringly colorful book contains 20 beautiful bags to sew from popular designer Debbie von Grabler-Crozier. It includes a huge variety of different styles and sizes, from totes and bucket bags to backpacks, clutches and shoulder bags, and Debbie makes each one easy. The book contains a complete guide to all the techniques needed, shown using easy-to-follow step-by-step photography; also included is a section on creating beautiful finishing touches, including embroidery, applique, crocheted flowers, beaded charms and labelling. All the templates required are included on a handy pull-out sheet. "Author von Grabler-Crozier provides clear instructions for crafting deceptively simple bags so even beginners will be inserting pockets and zippers like a pro. The author of a craft blog, Pretty Things, she has assembled patterns for 20 bags made out of many pieces, which is perfect for using scraps or fat quarters, while also opening up infinite options for color and pattern mixing, even though she includes the specific fabrics she used for each bag so that crafters can, if they wish, follow her vibrant examples. In addition to a list of supplies and tools needed to create each bag and its accompanying embellishments, von Crozier- Grabler includes directions for inserting a zipper or tackling free-motion embroidery. All of her instructions are precise and specific, making the assembly of a multipocketed, zippered diaper bag with a removable strap totally doable. And there are also patterns for simpler bags. Other projects include a wristlet, several totes, purses, a backpack, and a weekender bag. Large, copyable patterns and templates are included, ensuring that this is a colorful addition to any craft collection". -- Booklist January 1 2018 issue

Download or read book Crochet Boutique written by Rachael Oglesby and published by Union Square & Company. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Oglesby shows you how to crochet an entire collection of projects that are both on-trend and timeless. You only need to know a few stitches to make gifts for those you love, and accents to cozy up your home.

Download or read book Sewing Bags and Pouches written by Collective Collective and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create a variety of bags including Boston style bags, backpacks, pochettes, drawstring and pouches. Each project comes with full size sewing patterns making it easy to sew and customise your very own bag.

Download or read book Carry Me written by Yuka Koshizen and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2009-11-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highlighting the extraordinary influence Japanese craft has imparted on the world of fiber arts, this brilliantly illustrated manual showcases the stylish sensibilities of eastern expertise in creating gorgeously sophisticated handbags. Revealing a balanced selection of cleverly constructed handbags, exclusive pull-out pattern templates, intricate details and instructions, and simple sewing techniques, sewers are shown how to create distinct and fashionable works of functional art, such as a wool tweed travel bag, a stylish denim bag with grommet and zipper details, a roomy tote with contrast lining and inside pockets, a handy laptop bag, a wool messenger bag with flower detail, and a soft luggage tote. With several concepts offering matching companion projects--such as change purses, drawstring bags, and wristlets--and accessible advice and information, this lively guide will inspire sewers of all experience levels.

Download or read book Sew kraft-tex Bags written by Betsy La Honta and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2018-11-01 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It’s the hot new substrate that wears like leather but sews up like fabric—create more with kraft-tex! This game-changing material is the perfect accent for wallets, totes, and purses. Don’t fall into the same traps as beginning bag-makers. Experts Betsy La Honta and Gailen Runge use their design skills to teach you everything about sewing with kraft-tex. Get your needle know-how, sew the right seam allowances, and practice turning techniques. Popular bag designers share seventeen patterns for all skill levels, from a simple clutch to a roomy travel bag.

Download or read book Opening a Boutique Clothing Store: How to Start your Own Unique Boutique written by Briana Stewart and published by Bull City Publishing. This book was released on 2014-06-05 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finally… You can open your own boutique! "Discover SECRETS You're NOT supposed to know about How to Open a Successful Boutique " Finally… An Experienced Retailer Reveals Her Secrets To Successfully Owning,Financing and Opening, A Boutique ... My name’s Briana Stewart. And if you’ve ever dreamed of opening your very own boutique… I’ve got good news: it’s easier than you think. That’s right – building a successful boutique that allows you to pursue your passion for fashion is really not that complicated… …if you know the right steps to take. And I’ve helped HUNDREDS of aspiring fashion entrepreneurs discover what the right steps are and build their own successful boutiques. It might not be easy, but IT IS simple I know how easy it is to get stuck in a cycle of worrying. It seems like there’s so much to think about: Start up capital Acquiring your initial inventory Finding the right space, Locating suppliers Sourcing materials Contracts and agreements And so much more And all of a sudden, months have gone by and you’re no closer to your goal. Your dream is dying on the vine. First you start worrying… Then you read a few articles to try to find some help… Then you don’t know which answer is the right one, or who you can trust… And then you start worrying again. Do you see what’s missing in that process? Action! Most people who want to open a boutique spend so much time bouncing back and forth between worrying and reading that they never take any action at all. They don’t send out emails. They don’t make phone calls. They don’t set up meetings. They don’t find a mentor. And then they’re right back where they started. It’s time to break the cycle. It’s time for you to get on board with a proven plan for building a boutique that you can count on to help you meet your goals. boutique4 It’s time to stop spending hours and hours of your precious time worrying and reading amateur opinions about what you should do (you can never get that time back!) It’s time for you to find a mentor you can trust to help you build a successful boutique on your first try – someone who has done it before, and helped other people before you. It’s time for you to work with someone like me. I’ve made it my life’s mission to help people like you create the business of your dreams. So you can finally pursue your passion, share your ideas with the world, and find the financial freedom that only comes from doing work you love. That’s why I’ve put something very special together for you: The Definitive Guide to Opening a Boutique Here’s what you’re going to learn in this guide: How to Start a Boutique with Minimal Money… and still build it into a lucrative business.Everyone’s worried about how to get their business going.And everyone’s worried about going broke.But business has changed:It’s not as hard as it used to be.The internet has created amazing opportunities everywhere you look.And it’s made it easier than ever to hang out your shingle and start selling.Nowadays, you can build an online store in less than an hour.And our guide will help you take advantage of this revolution to help you start finding customers and making sales WITHOUT spending a ton of money.We’ve got a large library of crafty, inexpensive strategies to help you put yourself out there, test your market, and start selling your goods.There’s no reason for money to stop you from building your boutique.But if you DO need funding to manufacture products up front, we’ll cover…it All