All students of costuming need to learn basic sewing techniques to build costumes for theatrical performance. Basic Sewing for Costume Construction teaches just those fundamentals. Cunningham brings decades of classroom experience as she guides readers with clearly laid-out projects covering hand stitching, fasteners, pinning, sewing, and seams. Additional material on measurement, fabric selection, and use of commercial patterns, as well as three complete construction projects, round out the Second Edition. Each project builds on the previous one to develop a full understanding of the costume construction process. Also by Rebecca Cunningham and available from Waveland Press: The Magic Garment: Principles of Costume Design, Second Edition (ISBN 9781577666134). Titles of related interest available from Waveland Press: Brackelsberg-Marshall, Unit Method of Clothing Construction, 7E (ISBN 9781577660545) and Strand-Evans, Costume Construction, Second Edition (ISBN 9781478611295).

With this Instant Pot cookbook, you will make tasty meals fast!One of the most important features you need to know about Instant Pot is that it allows you to make delightful, healthy foods in a more effective way. That makes Instant Pot perfect kitchen appliance for beginners. In this Instant Pot cookbook for beginners and pros, we have gathered 500 amazing Instant Pot pressure cooker recipes for you!You will not have to worry about your success in the kitchen because the Instant Pot will do the hard parts for you. Discover 500 new Instant Pot recipes for quickly cooking your family's favorites! With our Instant Pot recipes, your meals will preserve all their flavors and textures. You will not have to waste all your energy in the kitchen with the simplicity of using Instant Pot electric pressure cooker. Moreover, with our Instant Pot cookbook you do not need extraordinary cooking skills to make memorable meals. With this Instant Pot cookbook you will discover: Beef and Pasta CasseroleQuinoa with AlmondsPork Chops and OnionParty Chicken WingsGreen Beans and MushroomsChicken Curry with Eggplant and SquashSalmon and VegetablesSquid MasalaBrussels Sprouts with PomegranatePumpkin Chocol... [Read More]

Sew edgy, urban clothes with this stylish sewing book and add a touch of originality to your wardrobe.More and more women are opting to make their own clothes, but most of the books on the market emphasize girly, feminine designs. She Wears the Pants is the first Japanese sewing book (in English) to focus on the increasingly popular "borrowed–from–the–boys" look. Already one of the best–known and reviewed sewing books in Japan, this sporty addition to the sew–it–yourself craze is poised to take the American DIY sewing market by storm.Sometimes women are in the mood for clothes with strong, clean lines and casual sophistication—polish and simplicity without the frills. She Wears the Pants is the book for those times. A graduate of the Bunka Fashion Institute, Yuko Takada provides patterns and instructions for making twenty spare and streamlined wardrobe items, including:Versatile tops that can be either casual or dressyJackets that are timeless and uniqueDresses and skirts that are straight-line or drapedThree different pants lengths, from culottes to full-length trousersAnd much, much more!Patterns can be easily adjusted to suit any body size, and Takada shows readers... [Read More]

For kids who have mastered hand sewing, machine sewing opens up exciting new possibilities! Sewing School ®2 offers 20 creative projects designed for children ages 7 and up, including cloth pencil cases, purses, wall pockets, and even a fabric guitar. Illustrated step-by-step instructions show kids how to thread a sewing machine, select an appropriate stitch, and choose fabrics and patterns that evoke their own unique style. Suggestions for creative variations open up endless possibilities for kids to imaginatively personalize their fabric creations. 

This book teaches new techniques that anyone can use to create fabulous masks easily and quickly. Make one of the 12 popular mask styles in the book following the detailed instructions and over 300 step-by-step photos – or use these easy new methods to create your own unique designs. Jonni shows you exactly how to sculpt the features of your masks so they truly represent the character and expression you’re looking for. Then capture that look permanently with just two layers of super-strong, fast-setting paper mache, using the recipes included in the book. Your finished masks can look like they were made from fur or feathers, antique gold, ancient bone, rusted iron, glazed porcelain, and even carved and highly polished African wood. The innovative methods in this book are easy, the materials cost just pennies per mask, and your new creations will be just as much fun to make than they are to wear.

Whether you keep your superhero identity undercover or display it – DC Comics and Rubie's have teamed up to create this fun and easy-to-wear costume top! Costume T-Shirts are available in a variety of superhero choices, including Supergirl, Superman, Batman, Robin, and Wonder Woman, with styles for men, women, and children. Supergirl T-Shirt is 95% cotton and 5% Spandex with a removable 100% polyester cape

The pop beads set not only an art craft toy but also a cool education toy for children. This kit is perfect for enjoying DIY fun time. Kids play the game with the help of adults, which can improve parent-child relationship. It is an ideal gift choice for Christmas, girls' Birthday or reward. Up to 520 pieces of fun and colorful jewelry: 53 unique shapes and more than 12 different colors, including 20 rings, 10 bracelets and 2 Amazing hairbands. The fashion beads snap together quickly, securely, and easily. No string needed! You can snap beads together and pull them apart! Includes a convenient clear fashion pink storage box with carrying handle, which makes cleanup easy and travel hassle-free. Attention: It's designed for 3 years old Children and above. Warning: small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Be inspired by this brilliant collection of 21 simple and modern cards! You'll find plenty of ideas for birthdays, along with a variety of themed cards for Christmas and other special occasions, making this book a handy resource for your card making throughout the year. No specialist equipment is required, so the designs are perfect for

The first thing you need to consider before you begin the process of learning how to make costume jewelry is what type you wish to make. The best way of determining what style of jewelry you want to make is to look through various magazines and see

If youb re someone who has an eye for fashion and enjoys making their own things, why not save yourself money by making your own costume jewelry. Even the simplest pieces of costume jewelry can be overpriced so why spend money on such accessories when making them for yourself could save you a great deal of money. Of course when it comes to making your own jewelry there are certain things you need to consider before you do. The first thing you need to consider before you begin the process of learning how to make costume jewelry is what type