Schoeser, Mary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thames and Hudson 1989
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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 746.0942 SCHSt. Clair, Kassia
Summary: From colorful 30,000-year-old threads found on the floor of a Georgian cave to the Indian calicoes that sparked the Industrial Revolution, The Golden Thread weaves an illuminating story of human ingenuity. Design journalist Kassia St. Clair guides us through the technological advancements and cultural customs that would redefine human civilization—from the fabric that allowed mankind to achieve...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Liveright 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 746.09 ST CKent, Kate Peck.
Summary: Lavishly illustrated and meticulously researched, this book is the classic introductory text on this appealing Native American art form.
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Publisher / Publication Date: School of American Research Press 1985
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 746.41 KENCohen, Allen C.
Summary: CD-ROM contains: assignments to reinforce content from each chapter.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Fairchild Books 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 338.4 COHFinlay, Victoria
Summary: From our earliest ancestors to babies born today, fabric is a necessary part of our everyday lives, but it's also an opportunity for creativity, symbolism, culture and connection. Traveling across the world and bringing history to life, bestselling author Victoria Finlay investigates how and why people have made and used cloth. A century ago in Wales, women would sew their own funeral clothes...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pegasus Books 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 746.09 FINAllen, Carter.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Carter Allen 2003
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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 970.3 ALLGanderton, Lucinda.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Ryland, Peters & Small 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Home Decor GandertonJames, Diane.
Summary: Examines, in simple text and illustrations, how clothes are made and why we wear them. Includes instructions for a variety of related projects.
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book/Two-Can 1997
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 646.3 JAMKraulis, Julie
Summary: "Pepper is getting a dress made for a special occasion. It's the first dress that has ever been made just for her, and she wants it to be perfect. But what pattern is right for her? Pepper is particular, and nothing works at first. Dotted Swiss? Too plain. Houndstooth? Not enough color. Pinstripe? Too glum. As Pepper learns about each fabric, she finds a reason why it's just not the one. Will...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tundra Books 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE KRAStrasdin, Kate
Summary: "In 1838, a young woman was given a diary on her wedding day. Collecting snippets of fabric from a range of garments -- some her own, others donated by family and friends -- she carefully annotated each one, creating a unique record of their lives. Her name was Mrs. Anne Sykes. Nearly two hundred years later, the diary fell into the hands of Kate Strasdin, a fashion historian and museum...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Center Point Large Print 2023
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1 available in Adult, Call number: LP FIC STRDoney, Meryl
Summary: Discusses varied types of fabric art from around the world and the techniques used to create them and provides step-by-step instructions for related projects.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Franklin Watts 1997
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 746 DONContents: Director's preface / Susan Weber Soros -- Foreword / Jacqueline M. Atkins -- Introduction / J.M. Atkins -- Maps -- Time line 1895-1945: The Asia Pacific War and its precedents, 1895-1945 / Yumiko Yamamori. -- Part I. Setting the context: Ch.1. Setting the context / J.M. Atkins -- Ch.2. Propaganda on the home fronts: clothing and textiles as message / J.M. Atkins -- Ch.3. Propaganda precedents:...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Published for the Bard Graduate Center for Studies in the Decorative Arts, Design, and Culture, New York by Yale University Press 2005
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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 940.5488 ATKSummary: Most of us become responsible for clothing care early in life, and have a vested interest in knowing useful laundry tips. This program is divided into three informative segments: 1) covers basic clothing care such as hanging things up and repairing minor problems; 2) includes sorting, and choosing appropriate water temperature and wash cycle; 3) explains different types of clothing stains and...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: While human technology has produced a range of useful fibers, the world of textiles continues to value nature's magnificent materials. This video introduces students to the differences between natural and synthetic fibers, then divides the first category into animal, vegetable, and mineral. A range of protein-based fibers are discussed, including their herd-animal sources and the methods by...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: Demonstrates basic hand stitches, back stitch, basting, chain, blind stitch, etc. and the appropriate use for each. Needle types and thread considerations for different purposes are explained as well as the proper threading of a needle.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: Touring Issey Miyake's design studio and factory as well as spotlighting his garments on the runway, this program presents a total look at one of the world's leading fashion designers. Half innovation, half invention, Issey's use of pleats and twists has opened up a whole new world of possibilities in fabric by exploiting texture and wrinkles. The process of folding and twisting the fabrics by...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2005
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Foster, Jane
Summary: Jane Foster is one of the UK's most exciting up-and-coming designers. An entirely self-taught illustrator and screen printer, her work is strongly influenced by Scandinavian and British design from the 1950s and 60s. 'Fun with Fabric' is Jane's first book, and in it she presents simple 15 projects using fabulous fabrics from her own collection.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643 FOSStorey, Rita.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Smart Apple Media 2008
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 677.21 STOSummary: Learning to sew is as simple as reciting the ABCs with this easy-to-follow demonstration. Viewers learn to begin sewing projects with a positive attitude and to buy all fabric and notions before starting a project. They see the importance of checking supplies on hand and collecting all tools and equipment before beginning to sew. These basic sewing principles help viewers select a pattern, use...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2007
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Summary: If the average consumer only knew the mind-boggling process behind the yarn in a sock or sweater! This video illustrates yarn production methods and the various properties of woven and knitted fabrics. It explores the reasons for twisting yarns, discusses S and Z twists and plied yarns, and shows fibers being prepared for spinning as well as finished slivers. Students witness fancy yarn...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Stocker, Blair
Summary: "In Wise Craft Quilts, celebrated quilt designer and crafter Blair Stocker shares ways to use cherished fabrics to make quilts with more meaning. Each of twenty-one quilts featured here gathers a special collection of fabric, outlines a new technique, and spins a story. By using special fabrics as the starting point for each project -- from a wedding dress to baby's first clothes, worn denim,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roost Books, an imprint of Shambhala Publications, Inc. 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 746.46 STOSummary: Get your students ready to sew! This video covers safety in the sewing lab, notions for sewing, hand-sewing basics, and an introduction to the sewing machine. Sewing projects include a pillowcase, fleece hats and mittens, a tote bag, name pennants, pillows, and other easy projects from Haan Crafts and To-Sew. Correlates to all applicable National and State Educational Standards including the...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: This program describes what to look for to discriminate between well-made and poorly made clothing, and is an effective way to encourage wise shopping decisions. Areas covered include seams, finishing, buttons, zippers, hems, and other things that leave tell-tale signs of poor construction and quality. Viewers will be able to avoid problems that come from purchasing inferior clothing.
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006