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A practical tool kit for mending and upcycling your wardrobe.
It's "sew" simple to give your wardrobe an eco-chic edge! With fast fixes and clever techniques, this accessible, fully illustrated sewing book has everything you need to mend, customize and care for your clothes.
Parting with damaged, yet beloved, clothes can be one of the saddest things, but what if you were able to fix those holes, give them a fresher look, and extend their life? Luckily, with this guide to mending and patching, you don't have to say goodbye to your favorite clothing items ever again!
Now you can cherish all your garments, even those in the furthest corner of your closet! This sewing book for beginners will help you master the skills to repair a seam and mend a hem, even if you've never touched a needle and thread before!
Enjoy Your Clothes for Longer
This sewing book arms you with the techniques you need to enjoy your clothes for longer and express your creativity. Detailed step-by-step illustrations and clear instructions explain how to sew, repurpose, and care for your clothes in a range of materials.
For anyone who cares about reducing fashion waste but doesn't want to sacrifice style, this is the book for you! It addresses the way mending is great for fashion sustainability and gives you the low down on "fast fashion". From polluting ecosystems and breeding unsafe work environments, discover the huge human and environmental impacts those irresistibly cheap t-shirts have.
The Art of Mending and Sewing
Mend It. Wear It. Love It is for everyone! Packed full of simple fixes, as well as more advanced techniques, this book is perfect for sewers, crafters, and fashion lovers of all experience levels.
Reviews (2)
Publisher's Weekly Review
Fast fashion had its moment, but it's time for that moment to draw to a close, writes blogger Edwards in this crafty debut on building "a healthier relationship with our wardrobes." Rather than buy new clothes, Edwards encourages readers to mend the ones they currently wear. She starts with instructions on creating a hand-sewing kit and a demystification of sewing machines, showing beginners how to thread and get the tension right. Edwards also dispenses tips on laundry and clothing storage so that every sweater, T-shirt, and pair of jeans can live its longest life. Mending projects include repairing a hem, fixing a hole, and, "for additional strength and beautification," Japanese sashiko-style stitching, which incorporates decorative stitches on top of patches. Edwards also offers instructions on removing sleeves, lengthening a hem, and adding ruffles. Throughout, color photographs of personalized garments show Edwards's projects in action. This primer on reworking old clothing is a must-read for stylish thrifters. (Feb.)
Booklist Review
To Edwards, fast fashion equates to fast damage to Mother Earth and its inhabitants. Some eye-opening statistics: Only two percent of the 40 million garment workers worldwide earn a living wage. Sixty percent more clothing is bought than 15 years ago, with a concomitant increase in waste. Edwards makes a powerful case for fixing and altering already-owned garments, with easy-to-follow instructions. First she explains the basics, simply and with illustrations, of the starter sewing kit, other equipment (including a sewing machine), and useful supplies. Dozens of how-tos follow. For mending she might feature split seams, fixing zipper issues, or button sewing. The "Wear It" chapter advises examining unworn clothes and determining how to refit or retrofit an item--making it larger or smaller, removing too-tight sleeves, adding a patch pocket or two. The final section teaches care and storage (like only cleaning/washing items when absolutely necessary to save wear and tear). Tips throughout assuage any fear of fixing. Personal wearables made climate conscious.