Rakuten Kobo

Pattern Magic

by Tomoko Nakamichi ...

Pattern Magic is the cult pattern-cutting book from Japan. Taking inspiration from nature, from geometric shapes and from the street, this book harnesses the sheer joy of making and sculpting clothes. Pattern Magic takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with step-by-step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. All the basic information you need to start pattern cutting is ... Read more

Was $3.99 USD Now $1.99 USD

Pattern Magic is the cult pattern-cutting book from Japan. Taking inspiration from nature, from geometric shapes and from the street, this book harnesses the sheer joy of making and sculpting clothes. Pattern Magic takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with step-by-step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. All the basic information you need to start pattern cutting is
... Read more
History of Makeup

How Humans Went From Mud Faces to Contouring Like Ancient Wizards

by Kenny View ...

History of Makeup: How Humans Went From Mud Faces to Contouring Like Ancient WizardsThis book explores the strange and surprisingly serious evolution of makeup as a human technology—starting from early people smearing mud, ash, and crushed minerals onto skin not just for beauty, but for protection, ritual identity, and intimidation purposes. It treats cosmetics like a forgotten branch of ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

History of Makeup: How Humans Went From Mud Faces to Contouring Like Ancient WizardsThis book explores the strange and surprisingly serious evolution of makeup as a human technology—starting from early people smearing mud, ash, and crushed minerals onto skin not just for beauty, but for protection, ritual identity, and intimidation purposes. It treats cosmetics like a forgotten branch of
... Read more
AskMen.com Presents The Style Bible

The 11 Rules for Building a Complete and Timeless Wardrobe

Edited by James Bassil ...

Series Book 2 - Askmen.com Series
The Style Bible is an indispensable handbook filled with fundamentals that every man can use to improve his dress sense and lifestyle. Divided into 11 rules, The Style Bible helps you build a versatile wardrobe; coordinate different colors, patterns, and accessories; learn which clothes flatter your body type; and navigate the worlds of shoes, jeans, and watches. You'll also learn how to dress ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Style Bible is an indispensable handbook filled with fundamentals that every man can use to improve his dress sense and lifestyle. Divided into 11 rules, The Style Bible helps you build a versatile wardrobe; coordinate different colors, patterns, and accessories; learn which clothes flatter your body type; and navigate the worlds of shoes, jeans, and watches. You'll also learn how to dress
... Read more
New to You

How to Buy, Fix, and Keep Secondhand Clothing

by Melody Fortier ...

Sick of cheap, wasteful, disposable fast fashion? Learn how to shop for vintage clothing and accessories and build a more sustainable, stylish closet.In this indispensable guide, anyone who buys or wears women’s clothing will learn how to:• Avoid overpaying• Sort trash from treasure• Fix minor flaws—and spot major ones• Find your ideal silhouette (including tips for plus-size shoppers)• Alter and ... Read more

$9.59 USD

Sick of cheap, wasteful, disposable fast fashion? Learn how to shop for vintage clothing and accessories and build a more sustainable, stylish closet.In this indispensable guide, anyone who buys or wears women’s clothing will learn how to:• Avoid overpaying• Sort trash from treasure• Fix minor flaws—and spot major ones• Find your ideal silhouette (including tips for plus-size shoppers)• Alter and
... Read more
How to Knit Fashionable Scarves on Circle Looms

New Techniques for Knitting 12 Stylish Designs

by Denise Layman ...

By using circle looms, knit-wear enthusiasts can simplify stitch work—improving the overall look of projects and creating tighter, neater designs. From eyelet lace to picking up stitches, the techniques and methods in this guide will help beginning-level stitchers create unique scarves. Projects are accompanied by instructional photographs and include Westminster Eyelet Scarf, Trafalgar Self ... Read more

$17.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

By using circle looms, knit-wear enthusiasts can simplify stitch work—improving the overall look of projects and creating tighter, neater designs. From eyelet lace to picking up stitches, the techniques and methods in this guide will help beginning-level stitchers create unique scarves. Projects are accompanied by instructional photographs and include Westminster Eyelet Scarf, Trafalgar Self
... Read more
The Sock Project

Colorful, Cool Socks to Knit and Show Off

by Summer Lee ...

Knitting secrets for creating all shapes and sizes of socks with dots, zigzags, stripes, and a near-neon palette of happy colors from Summer Lee, Oklahoma native and proud member of the Muscogee-Creek NationSock projects are universally loved by knitters, but popular knitting creator Summer Lee has turned this favorite pastime topsy turvy with designs that feature the most electric colors and wow ... Read more

$16.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Knitting secrets for creating all shapes and sizes of socks with dots, zigzags, stripes, and a near-neon palette of happy colors from Summer Lee, Oklahoma native and proud member of the Muscogee-Creek NationSock projects are universally loved by knitters, but popular knitting creator Summer Lee has turned this favorite pastime topsy turvy with designs that feature the most electric colors and wow
... Read more
Das Socken-Projekt

Bunte Socken zum Stricken und Zeigen

by Summer Lee ...

Translated by Katrin Marburger ...

Die schönsten Socken sind kunterbunt!Die bekannte Instagram-Designerin Summer Lee, aka @summer.lee.knits, begeistert auf ihren Social-Media-Kanälen ihre über 60.000 Follower:innen immer wieder aufs neue mit ihren farbenfrohen Sockendesigns.Ob rot, blau, grün oder gelb oder am besten alle Farben zusammen, kombiniert mit einzigartigen Strukturmustern - Sockenstricker:innen lieben ihre modern ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Die schönsten Socken sind kunterbunt!Die bekannte Instagram-Designerin Summer Lee, aka @summer.lee.knits, begeistert auf ihren Social-Media-Kanälen ihre über 60.000 Follower:innen immer wieder aufs neue mit ihren farbenfrohen Sockendesigns.Ob rot, blau, grün oder gelb oder am besten alle Farben zusammen, kombiniert mit einzigartigen Strukturmustern - Sockenstricker:innen lieben ihre modern
... Read more
The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns

by Ann Budd ...

Offering charts and plans for making infant- through adult-sized projects, this unique book provides knitters with a complete resource of more than 350 patterns for caps, tams, scarves, vests, sweaters, mittens, gloves, and socks that are written for multiple gauges to accommodate all weights of yarn from bulky to fingering. Also included are the basics of pattern design and alteration to allow ... Read more

$15.99 USD

Offering charts and plans for making infant- through adult-sized projects, this unique book provides knitters with a complete resource of more than 350 patterns for caps, tams, scarves, vests, sweaters, mittens, gloves, and socks that are written for multiple gauges to accommodate all weights of yarn from bulky to fingering. Also included are the basics of pattern design and alteration to allow
... Read more
Advanced Creative Draping

by Karolyn Kiisel ...

Advanced Creative Draping teaches designers and students how to drape fashion-forward, conceptual designs that use elements of couture construction to elevate the work to the highest level of fashion.Five methods of draping are explored as well as draping using embellishments or particular surface designs. The final chapter demonstrates how to create a high quality heirloom garment.Featuring ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Advanced Creative Draping teaches designers and students how to drape fashion-forward, conceptual designs that use elements of couture construction to elevate the work to the highest level of fashion.Five methods of draping are explored as well as draping using embellishments or particular surface designs. The final chapter demonstrates how to create a high quality heirloom garment.Featuring
... Read more
Draping

Second Edition

by Karolyn Kiisel ...

Draping - the art of using calico to design directly on a dress form - is an essential skill for fashion students. Covering the most basic to more advanced techniques, this series of master classes provides a complete course. Projects include dresses, skirts, trousers and jackets, highlighting key fashion garments such as Audrey Hepburn's dress from Breakfast at Tiffany's.Starting with the basics ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Draping - the art of using calico to design directly on a dress form - is an essential skill for fashion students. Covering the most basic to more advanced techniques, this series of master classes provides a complete course. Projects include dresses, skirts, trousers and jackets, highlighting key fashion garments such as Audrey Hepburn's dress from Breakfast at Tiffany's.Starting with the basics
... Read more
The Sparkle Factory

The Design and Craft of Tarina's Fashion Jewelry and Accessories

by Tarina Tarantino ...

Tarina Tarantino's love affair with fashion jewelry and accessories began when she was just a little girl. Tarina now owns and operates her famous global jewelry, accessories, and cosmetics brand, TARINA TARANTINO, out of her international headquarters in downtown Los Angeles, The Sparkle Factory. In her first book, Tarina invites you into her world to learn how to make and wear beautiful and ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Tarina Tarantino's love affair with fashion jewelry and accessories began when she was just a little girl. Tarina now owns and operates her famous global jewelry, accessories, and cosmetics brand, TARINA TARANTINO, out of her international headquarters in downtown Los Angeles, The Sparkle Factory. In her first book, Tarina invites you into her world to learn how to make and wear beautiful and
... Read more
En Brogue: Love Fashion. Love Shoes. Hate Heels

A Girl's Guide to Flat Shoes and How to Wear them with Style.

by Hannah Rochell ...

'If there's one fashion book you should be buying this season it's this one.' Times FashionDo you know the difference between a derby and an Oxford? Tassel loafers or penny loafers? Do you know why brogues have holes in them?From brogues to boots, pumps to penny loafers, slippers to sandals, En Brogue honours forty styles of shoes with beautiful hand drawn illustrations, quirky photographs and ... Read more

$2.99 USD

'If there's one fashion book you should be buying this season it's this one.' Times FashionDo you know the difference between a derby and an Oxford? Tassel loafers or penny loafers? Do you know why brogues have holes in them?From brogues to boots, pumps to penny loafers, slippers to sandals, En Brogue honours forty styles of shoes with beautiful hand drawn illustrations, quirky photographs and
... Read more
I Spy DIY Style

Find Fashion You Love and Do It Yourself

by Jenni Radosevich ...

Loved it on the runway? Seen it in a magazine?Find fashion you love and do it yourself! With a few simple supplies and a range of clever ideas, DIY expert Jenni Radosevich shows you how to make style your own. Transform your basics into designer fashions. Turn hardware store finds into statement necklaces or embellishments for a chic dress. Recreate red carpet-ready looks and add your personal ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Loved it on the runway? Seen it in a magazine?Find fashion you love and do it yourself! With a few simple supplies and a range of clever ideas, DIY expert Jenni Radosevich shows you how to make style your own. Transform your basics into designer fashions. Turn hardware store finds into statement necklaces or embellishments for a chic dress. Recreate red carpet-ready looks and add your personal
... Read more
Blow by Blow

The Story of Isabella Blow

by Detmar Blow, Tom Sykes ...

"One of the most original and influential people of the twentieth century to me and many others." —Alexander McQueenWith a career spanning thirty years in fashion, as an influential voice at Vogue, Tatler, and The Sunday Times Magazine—as well as a legacy as one of the industry's kingmakers for discovering Philip Treacy, Alexander McQueen, Sophie Dahl, and Hussein Chalayan—Isabella Blow had been a ... Read more

$9.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"One of the most original and influential people of the twentieth century to me and many others." —Alexander McQueenWith a career spanning thirty years in fashion, as an influential voice at Vogue, Tatler, and The Sunday Times Magazine—as well as a legacy as one of the industry's kingmakers for discovering Philip Treacy, Alexander McQueen, Sophie Dahl, and Hussein Chalayan—Isabella Blow had been a
... Read more
Target Underwear and a Vera Wang Gown

Notes from a Single Girl's Closet

by Adena Halpern ...

The story of a young woman’s life, one outfit at a time.Tucked inside the fibers and buttons and pockets of the clothing in our closets are the stories of our lives, the lessons we’ve learned, the people we’ve loved. Like so many of us, Adena Halpern has used clothes to conform, to seduce, to console, to show off, and to hide. Her ability to relate fashion to her inner life--in a way that goes ... Read more

$14.99 USD

The story of a young woman’s life, one outfit at a time.Tucked inside the fibers and buttons and pockets of the clothing in our closets are the stories of our lives, the lessons we’ve learned, the people we’ve loved. Like so many of us, Adena Halpern has used clothes to conform, to seduce, to console, to show off, and to hide. Her ability to relate fashion to her inner life--in a way that goes
... Read more
Sewing the Curve

Learn How to Sew Clothes to Boost Your Wardrobe and Your Confidence

by Jenny Rushmore ...

Learn to sew a wardrobe of confidence-boosting clothes with Sewing the Curve, even if you've never picked up a needle before!When you're curvy or plus size, it can be hard finding clothes that fit well and express your personality – but learning to sew can also be intimidating, especially if you're not in the size range of most beginner sewing patterns. In Sewing the Curve, Jenny Rushmore, the ... Read more

$35.99 USD

Learn to sew a wardrobe of confidence-boosting clothes with Sewing the Curve, even if you've never picked up a needle before!When you're curvy or plus size, it can be hard finding clothes that fit well and express your personality – but learning to sew can also be intimidating, especially if you're not in the size range of most beginner sewing patterns. In Sewing the Curve, Jenny Rushmore, the
... Read more
All dressed up

The grammar of Western clothing

by Mireille Tembouret ...

History, function, codes and characteristics of all the dresses.Corsets, panniers, crinolines or bustles are words that no longer have significance today. But at various times throughout the history of clothing, women wore these essential pieces under their dresses and often needed help to put them on.Depending on the fashions of each period, certain parts of the body were highlighted as elements ... Read more

$24.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

History, function, codes and characteristics of all the dresses.Corsets, panniers, crinolines or bustles are words that no longer have significance today. But at various times throughout the history of clothing, women wore these essential pieces under their dresses and often needed help to put them on.Depending on the fashions of each period, certain parts of the body were highlighted as elements
... Read more
Mod Knots

Creating Jewelry and Accessories with Macrame

by Cathi Milligan ...

Yes, it's macramé!Creating fabulous jewelry, accessories and even clothing is fantastically easy with macramé. Yes, macramé. The art of knotting is oh-so simple. And oh-so fun, too. Whether you're a first time knotter or a pro at the craft, you'll love the fresh spin that Mod Knots puts on the traditional craft of macramé.Inside you'll learn step by step the basic techniques of macramé as well as ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Yes, it's macramé!Creating fabulous jewelry, accessories and even clothing is fantastically easy with macramé. Yes, macramé. The art of knotting is oh-so simple. And oh-so fun, too. Whether you're a first time knotter or a pro at the craft, you'll love the fresh spin that Mod Knots puts on the traditional craft of macramé.Inside you'll learn step by step the basic techniques of macramé as well as
... Read more
Embroidery

A Step-by-Step Guide to More than 200 Stitches

by DK ...

Embroidery is the ultimate stitch dictionary and the ideal guide to embroidery, whatever your level of expertise.The perfect reference guide to needlework, Embroidery is a comprehensive guide to inspire and inform sewers of all levels. Find advice on which thread, needles, or fabrics work with which techniques, and take a look at an incredible 200 stitches - with levels of difficulty, step-by-step ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Embroidery is the ultimate stitch dictionary and the ideal guide to embroidery, whatever your level of expertise.The perfect reference guide to needlework, Embroidery is a comprehensive guide to inspire and inform sewers of all levels. Find advice on which thread, needles, or fabrics work with which techniques, and take a look at an incredible 200 stitches - with levels of difficulty, step-by-step
... Read more
Basketweave Pixie Bonnet Knitting Pattern

by Agnese Iskrova ...

This easy and beginner level friendly pixie bonnet pattern features a simple basketweave stitch, all you need to know is how to knit and purl. Make one in every color! The pattern comes in newborn / 0-3m / 3-6m / 6-12m / 12-24m / 2-4yrs / 4-8yrs / 8-12yrs sizes. This pattern's gauge is 21 sts in 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch. Row gauge is not important in this case. You will need: DK yarn (up to ... Read more

$4.99 USD

This easy and beginner level friendly pixie bonnet pattern features a simple basketweave stitch, all you need to know is how to knit and purl. Make one in every color! The pattern comes in newborn / 0-3m / 3-6m / 6-12m / 12-24m / 2-4yrs / 4-8yrs / 8-12yrs sizes. This pattern's gauge is 21 sts in 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch. Row gauge is not important in this case. You will need: DK yarn (up to
... Read more
May Martin’s Sewing Bible

40 years of tips and tricks

by May Martin ...

Star of the Great British Sewing Bee and doyenne of the Women’s Institute, May Martin has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now for the first time she shares her tips and tricks, offering the ultimate beginners’ guide to sewing.Beautifully styled and simple-to-follow, this authoritative sewing bible gives readers information on everything they need to know to get started with sewing ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Star of the Great British Sewing Bee and doyenne of the Women’s Institute, May Martin has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now for the first time she shares her tips and tricks, offering the ultimate beginners’ guide to sewing.Beautifully styled and simple-to-follow, this authoritative sewing bible gives readers information on everything they need to know to get started with sewing
... Read more
Bracelets, Buttons & Brooches

20 Projects Using Innovative Beading Techniques

by Jane Davis ...

Brooches, Buttons & Bracelets teaches you how to use a few basic beadwork techniques to create a beautiful beaded brooch, a button to adorn a favorite jacket, or a stunning bracelet with an attitude all its own. Whether you prefer using existing buttons, or designing you own, this beautiful bead book will help you expand your basic skills, through 200+ step-by-step photos and illustrations of ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Brooches, Buttons & Bracelets teaches you how to use a few basic beadwork techniques to create a beautiful beaded brooch, a button to adorn a favorite jacket, or a stunning bracelet with an attitude all its own. Whether you prefer using existing buttons, or designing you own, this beautiful bead book will help you expand your basic skills, through 200+ step-by-step photos and illustrations of
... Read more
Simple Shrug

by Annie's ...

Flaunt your style with this shiny and sophisticated one-piece shrug made with metallic yarn! Instructions are written for woman's S/M (L/XL). Made using 2 (4) skeins of Patons Metallic Variegates medium-weight yarn. ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Flaunt your style with this shiny and sophisticated one-piece shrug made with metallic yarn! Instructions are written for woman's S/M (L/XL). Made using 2 (4) skeins of Patons Metallic Variegates medium-weight yarn.
... Read more
Oversized Sweaters

6 Easy to Complete Comfy Styles for Just Hanging Out

by Melissa Leapman ...

An easy-to-follow guide for crocheting your own stylized sweaters.With six different designs to choose from, Oversized Sweaters offers extra comfort to any outfit.Projects include: striped tunic, misty hoodie, black and strappy, slouchy pullover, playful poncho, and unconstructed jacket. Includes row by row instructions, diagrams, basic crochet stitch guides and style inspiration photos. Each ... Read more

$8.09 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An easy-to-follow guide for crocheting your own stylized sweaters.With six different designs to choose from, Oversized Sweaters offers extra comfort to any outfit.Projects include: striped tunic, misty hoodie, black and strappy, slouchy pullover, playful poncho, and unconstructed jacket. Includes row by row instructions, diagrams, basic crochet stitch guides and style inspiration photos. Each
... Read more

eReaders

Apps

Accessories

Shopping Cart

You're getting the VIP treatment!

Your Shopping Cart is empty

Available:

1 audiobook monthly

+ FREE 30-day trial

Available:

1 audiobook monthly

+ FREE 30-day trial

Recommended For You

Fashion eBooks

Show: