20 to Stitch: Fabric Buttons (Twenty to Make) - Softcover

Barrett, Gina

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1782217592 ISBN 13: 9781782217596

Publisher: Search Press, 2019

Synopsis

Learn to make 20 button designs using fabric – as an embellishment to a garment or as a piece of jewellery or accessory. Gina Barrett uses techniques such as stitching, embroidery and beading, and provides shaped templates for those projects where the reader may need more assistance.

The buttons are all worked at a small size, so will require limited materials and thread for a polished finish.

There are no complex button-making techniques here; all the buttons can be created by the reader at home, following Gina's straightforward instructions and stitch diagrams.  

About this title

About the Author

Gina Barrett began her career as a graphic designer and illustrator, often specialising in romantic book covers. This led to more intense study of costume, which in itself led to a passion for historical passementerie including buttons and other trimmings. She now provides bespoke items to costumers for film, theatre, museums and fashion and continues to research techniques. In 2016 Gina set herself a challenge - “One Button a Day”, to create a passementerie button and share the image on social media every single day. The fact that it was a leap year was not one she had thought of in the January, so she did complete 366 buttons! These ranged from reconstructions of historical buttons, traditional styles, and button designs that were totally unique. She and her husband run Gina-B Silkworks, bringing original tools, kits and materials for traditional crafts to a modern audience.

From the Back Cover

Skilled textile artist Gina Barrett shows you how to make stunning, effective button embellishments. Whether you are decorating a garment or creating a unique piece of jewellery, these fabric buttons suit all occasions.

• 20 beautiful buttons to make
• Includes shaped templates and easy-to-follow embroidery stitch diagrams
• Innovative projects with clear instructions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Search Press
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1782217592
• ISBN 13: 9781782217596
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48