Signature Styles: 20 Stitchers Craft Their Look [Paperback]

Jenny Doh (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 3, 2011

Twenty top stitchers take readers on an exclusive tour of their homes and studios-graciously offering their signature techniques and a step-by-step project along the way.
This unique book presents informational, inspirational profiles of creative and crafty women, complete with stunning images of them surrounded by the style components that define their work and art. The profilees include such best-selling authors such as Betz White, Kayte Terry, Megan Nicolay, and Kathy Cano Murillo as well as popular bloggers such as Heather Bailey.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

 

JENNY DOH is the former Director of Publishing for Stampington & Company, a leading source of information and inspiration for crafters around the world. She celebrates the crafting community daily on her vibrant blog Crescendoh (http://blog.crescendoh.com/crescendoh/). Jenny lives in SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Lark Crafts (May 3, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1600597912
• ISBN-13: 978-1600597916
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.5 x 10 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #283,648 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jenny Doh is head of www.crescendoh.com and author/packager of numerous art and crafting books. She is former Editor-in-Chief and Director of Publishing for Somerset Studio magazine and its sister publications. For her leadership in publishing, Jenny was recognized by Folio magazine as one of the top 40 leaders within the publishing industry.

Jenny received her Masters in Social Welfare from UCLA, and her undergraduate degree in Political Science from UC Irvine. She lives in Santa Ana, California. She loves to crochet, knit, stay fit, and play music.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

33 of 40 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This book inspires! April 27, 2011

By BeachBrights TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Packed with images and ideas on personal style May 31, 2011

By Shona C. Cole

Format:Paperback

`But when truly confident people, who are secure in their image and identity, walk into the room, it's entrancing.' This quote from Megan Hunt, p89, pretty much sums up the 22 woman you meet in this book.

While all profiled are crafty in some way or another, there is a good diversity of body shapes, backgrounds and styles represented. Broken up into 20 sections you get to understand a little about the development and elements of each of the women's personal style.

The photography in this book is excellent. There are many artfully taken full length photos of the women (in a few different outfits) as well as views of their stylish, crafty homes and interesting details and nicknacks. The editor Jenny Doh has packed in the information and images. It is short on white space, long on information and inspiration.

I have never put too much time into thinking about my day to day clothing style. Sure I dress up if there is an event to go to or someone new to meet, but that is not so much `personal style' as following a set fashion. So how much better to make an effort to wear something interesting, something that expresses `me' even if I am just going grocery shopping or being at home with my kids? Through these woman Doh has delivered lots of doable ideas for me to add unique touches, unusual color pairings and interesting fabrics to my wardrobe regardless of what I am doing. (e.g. outfits that mix decades, Megan Nicolay p104; limiting signature pieces, Bari J. Ackerman, p68; using upholstery fabric in clothing, Sandy Stone, p114 and tons more).

To top it off there is `how to' section after each profile showing you how to make a piece that expresses the individual style. The projects are on the whole expressive, cute and seem like they could be done in an afternoon, even if you are not too experienced. All of the crafts - e.g. ruffled headband, tote, wrist purse, upcycled sweater, altered t-shirt, knitted belt, scarf, bracelet, necklace and more - are sewing projects.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Projects That Everyone Will Enjoy! June 22, 2011

By Marie VINE™ VOICE

Format:Paperback

Jenny Doh and Lark books have another hit on their hands. "Signature Styles" will appeal to crafters and stitchers alike. Each spotlighted artist has a distinct style and all are bound to bring a smile to your face. I found a person who revels in one of my favorite colors (aside from gold-green I mean) orange! The projects in this book are sure to please; there's whimsical felt owls from Elsie Flannigan, a lettuce edged re-purposed sweater from Betz White (who seems to like orange), fresh, colorful country feel goodies from Serena Thompson, vintage-y lacey, feminine, wonderful fripperies from Bonzie & Ger and Sandy Stone's colorful re-purposing (the carafes full of fun buttons) is just a smattering of the fun you'll find in this new book from Jenny Doh and Lark.

As with all books that Lark publishes the directions for the projects are well written, superbly illustrated and easy to follow. Each project includes a list of what you'll need to complete the project and, where needed, templates are included in the back of the book. Each featured artist has a page of their own with a photograph of them in their art making space, a list of what the essence of their style is, notes about what things they "can't live without" and hints about where they find the fun things that they include in their art.

Jenny Doh is a powerhouse of creativity. In my opinion she created the publishing phenomenon that is Stampington and, since leaving their she has spread her wings and continued on to achieve even more success with her fabulous website, Crescendoh.com. You can't help but admire her passion for art of all kinds. She's encouraging and whimsical and just an all around amazing woman. Grab yourself a copy of this book (I've never been able to understand how Lark puts out such quality for such reasonable prices!), sit back and prepare to enjoy!