Cultural Accents: 60+ Fun Fashion and Home DTcor Projects

Authors: Luke-Boone, Ronke
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
BISAC/Subject: CRA032000, CRA009000, CRA035000
ISBN: 9781440220289, Related ISBNs: 0873496019, 144022028X, 9780873496018, 9781440220289
Classification: Non-Fiction
Number of pages: 128,
Audience: General/trade
Synopsis: Here's a whole world of exciting designs to blend with your fashions and home decor items! Cultural Accents features accessories decorated with motifs inspired from cultures around the globe, including popular crafting and sewing techniques.

You'll learn how to stencil, stamp, sew, and embroider the unique symbols from the Hopi, Aztec, and Chinese, among many more cultures. Author Ronke Luke-Boone also gives the fascinating background about the evolution of these designs and their influences today in modern fashion.

   • Over 60 fun projects to make, including fashions and home decor items
   • Clear, easy step-by-step direction; patterns included
   • Great tips on how to create your own stamps and stencils
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