Sewing with Heavy Duty Fabrics

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Discover 18 contemporary, unisex sewing projects made from heavy duty fabrics that are stylish, practical and designed to last a lifetime. Discover and create 18 stylish and practical sewing projects made from heavy duty fabrics that are designed to last a lifetime. Experienced craft writer Laura Sinikka Wilhelm developed this beautiful collection of functional favourites in a contemporary and elegant Nordic style. Using fabrics such as waxed cotton, canvas, upholstery fabrics and leather, these practical, hard-wearing and long-lasting projects include a bicycle bag, firewood carrier, storage basket, toolbelt and backpack. Get started with all the techniques you need – including advice on choosing the right stitches, needles and threads for your heavyweight fabrics. Simply transfer the basic pattern shapes provided onto your fabric and follow the easy-to-use instructions to make a range of stunning projects in three difficulty levels, from simple to advanced. Discover 18 contemporary, unisex sewing projects made from heavy duty fabrics that are stylish, practical and designed to last a lifetime. Every project in this stunning book features heavy duty fabrics, including canvas, waxed cotton, leather and upholstery-weight: fabrics that are functional but elegant, age gracefully, acquire character in the process, and can be used and loved for a lifetime. Contained within are all the techniques needed, explained using clear, simple steps - including advice on choosing the right stitches, needles and threads for your heavyweight fabrics - along with simple, easy-to-use patterns. Choose from a range of practical bags and strong storage, including rucksacks, shopper bags and bicycle bags, as well as a tool belt, tablet case and sturdy baskets for your home: sustainable and robust items for you to use over and over again. A translation of the popular German title by experienced textile designer and author Laura Sinikka Wilhelm.

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Pages: 160, Paperback, Search Press