Chloe tells you how ... to sew more than 30 things to make, do, and sew Chloë Owens
By: Owens, Chloe.
Publisher: London CICO Books c2014Description: 142 pages with col. ill. 29 x 23 cm.ISBN: 9781782490470.Subject(s): Sewing | Handicraft | CoutureDDC classification: Ref. 745.5 O976c 2014 Summary: Chloe Owens brings the past to life. Chloe Owens is inspired by all things vintage - much of her work is made with groovy fabrics designed in the 1960s. But she also has a passion for the annuals she read as a child, with their story strips, brightly-coloured two-tone illustrations, and snippets of instruction mixed in with activities, puzzles and games. In this book, she has created a truly unique blend of beautiful craft projects and stylish, retro artworks and design in this blend of old and new. The projects include everything from egg cozies to upcycled chairs, and display her trademark eye for fabrics, and embellishment with applique and embroidery. Whether you are already a fan of Chloe's work or you are discovering her for the first time, this combination of practical projects with illustrations by some of the best contemporary artists will delight you.| Item type | Current location | Home library | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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Chloe Owens brings the past to life. Chloe Owens is inspired by all things vintage - much of her work is made with groovy fabrics designed in the 1960s. But she also has a passion for the annuals she read as a child, with their story strips, brightly-coloured two-tone illustrations, and snippets of instruction mixed in with activities, puzzles and games. In this book, she has created a truly unique blend of beautiful craft projects and stylish, retro artworks and design in this blend of old and new. The projects include everything from egg cozies to upcycled chairs, and display her trademark eye for fabrics, and embellishment with applique and embroidery. Whether you are already a fan of Chloe's work or you are discovering her for the first time, this combination of practical projects with illustrations by some of the best contemporary artists will delight you.
REFERENCE Textile arts