Reinvention : Sewing with Rescued Materials

by Donenfeld, Maya

• ISBN13: 9781118077535
• ISBN10: 1118077539
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-05-01
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

Reinvention will have 10 chapters including: an introduction, tools and techniques, 8 different materials with accompanying projects, and conclude with a resource chapter. Each materials chapter will share how and where to source the fabric featured, as well as tips for deconstruction and care. There will be 25-30 projects with approximately 4 per chapter. Each material featured has its own distinct qualities and the projects are designed to utilize them to the fullest. Side bars with green facts and interesting bits of textile history will be interspersed throughout with gentle suggestions for making sustainable lifestyle choices. Reinvention will be filled with gorgeous stills of finished projects. There will also be atmospheric shots of items in action, with the backdrop being an intersection of nature and industrialism. This will give it both an organic and modern feel, while visually playing off the idea of salvaged and rescued goods. Maya is deeply inspired by her rural, agricultural surroundings and the pure, but rustic aesthetic demonstrated in today's popular Japanese sewing and home-style books. This look would frame and highlight the eco theme of Reinvention perfectly, and it's echoed in all the major design trends of today. Maya's palette is timeless, yet current.

Author Biography

Maya Donenfeld writes the popular green crafting and simple living blog, www.mayamade.blogspot.com. Her distinctive designs feature sustainable resources and fibers while weaving in elements from the natural world. Her website is filled with projects, inspiration, and eco-friendly tutorials to light a fire under anyone wanting to artfully recycle, repurpose, and reinvent.

Table of Contents

Introduction 2

CHAPTER 1: Sewing Basics 6

Tools 8

Terms 9

Techniques 9

Tips 12

CHAPTER 2: Printing Basics 14

Freezer Paper Printing 16

Tips 18

Stamping 19

CHAPTER 3: Linen 22

Story Scarf 26

Arithmetic Pillows 30

Portfolio 34

Reversible Summer Sling 38

CHAPTER 4: Burlap 44

Onion and Garlic Sacks 48

Log Carrier 51

Inspiration Board 54

Burlap Bin 59

CHAPTER 5: Jersey 66

Pillow Pal 70

Blossom Band 74

Little Forager Skirt 78

Barn Throw 85

CHAPTER 6: Wool 90

Wool Trivet 94

Insulated Lunch Sack 97

Poufs 102

Toadstool Cottage 106

CHAPTER 7: Denim 112

Double Duty Oven Mitt 116

Indi-Go Bag 121

Little River Rug 128

Hammock Hideaway 133

CHAPTER 8: Mailers 138

Color Block Zippered Pouch 141

Banner 145

Notebook 149

Luggage Tags 152

CHAPTER 9: Vintage 154

Fold and Tie Case 157

Apron Blouse 161

Summer Bolster 164

Traveling Hamper 168

Resources 172

Stencils and Templates 174

About the Author 184

Index 185