Art to Wear with Asian Flair (Paperback)

by Stephanie Masae Kimura (Author)
Key Phrases: fabric pens, main print, bias strip, Lotus Purse

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Product Description
Sewers will learn how to use Asian designs to liven up any wardrobe as Stephanie Masae Kimura walks the reader through the entire creative process from finding the right fabric to wearing their creations with pride.

In this new book readers will be creatively inspired to incorporate the 22 Asian motif templates such as a golden dragon and a Geisha into their existing wardrobe. They will also learn how to design original garments, lush with Asian flair.

With easy-to-follow instructions and beautiful photographs, sewers of all skill levels can create these exciting projects: the Lotus purse, Flowers for the Empress and Maiko Celebration vests, Tomesode jacket and the Heart of a Golden Dragon kimono. The book also includes detailed instructions to help the reader embellish any garment with dimensional beading, purchased or homemade stencils, dyeing, appliqué, ribbon embroidery and more.

-The author, a sewer and pattern drafter with more than 30 years of experience owns a design company in Florida, also called Kimura -Easy to follow instructions for designing and embellishing each of the 5 projects—a purse, jacket, 2 vests and a kimono -Includes 22 Asian motif patterns such as a dragon, Geisha, crane, lotus, pagoda, peony, chrysanthemum, cloud and pine tree

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications (September 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873492277
• ISBN-13: 978-0873492270
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #968,638 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excelent source for ideas, June 21, 2008

By	Susan Makalinaw "Suz" (MA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I love this book because it doesn't spell out every step, but allows you to apply your own creativity. But, this same feature might make it a little difficult for beginners.
I still highly recommend the book because so many of the techniques can be applied to totally different projects.

5 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful book, October 13, 2004

By	Lynda Dokken "Patches" (Wyoming, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I would really suggest this book to all those who love to quilt or embellish with an Asian theme. It is easy to understand and follow instructions.