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Well Worn
Visible mending for the clothes you love
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Well Worn is the perfect book for both stitching pros and those who have never picked up a needle and thread before. The sustainable darning and sashiko techniques taught in this book combat perfectionism as well as fast fashion. Begin by getting to grips with core...
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Well Worn
A comprehensive bible of visible mending tips and tricks to give your well-worn garments a new lease of life and curate a sustainable wardrobe.
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Description
Well Worn is the perfect book for both stitching pros and those who have never picked up a needle and thread before. The sustainable darning and sashiko techniques taught in this book combat perfectionism as well as fast fashion.
Begin by getting to grips with core mending skills, with a handy introductory compendium of visible mending techniques. Then, move on to convenient garment-led chapters, from socks to jeans, and from knitwear to stretch fabric, each with a wide variety of ideas and advice for approaching whatever piece of clothing you wish to revive.
Whether you're interested in fostering a more sustainable lifestyle, saving money by avoiding fast fashion, or simply engaging with a new creative outlet, this book is an accessible introduction for anyone looking to explore visible mending and revolutionise their wardrobe.
Including advice for mending:
- Jeans
- Jumpers & Knitwear
- Shirts
- T-Shirts
- Leggings
- Socks
- Jackets
- Delicate fabrics
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781781579220
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 23 May 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Ilex
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 190.0mm
Height: 246.0mm
Weight: 530g
Pages: 144
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About the Author
Skye Pennant is a textile artist and repair specialist living in Frome, Somerset. She has a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design Enterprise and in recent years has established Slow Stitch Club, an initiative based around celebrating and educating people about the joys of visible mending. Find more of her work on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok @slowstitchclub
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