Megan Nicolay revolutionized the T-shirt. She repurposed it; reinterpreted it; reinvented itmdash;and created the #1 craft book in the nation; Generation T; which continues to dominate. Now she explores new ways to slash a tee; scrunch a tee; and sew a tee with Generation T: Beyond Fashion. A collection of 120 projects for every occasion; it takes the humble yet ever-malleable tee in dozens of new directionsmdash;from baby gifts to pet accessories; stuff for the home; the car; the road; the boyfriend. The rallying cry is: Dont buy; DIY. The result is hip; imaginative; crafty; and very green. Theres a basic primer on techniquesmdash;knotting; sewing; braiding; lacingmdash;plus a full tutorial on embellishing. And then an amazing range of projects. Therersquo;s fashion; of course: all-new halters and tank tops; sexy gaucho pants; a baby-doll dress; twisted shrug; and hooded scarf. But also baby gifts: Jumper for Joy; Baby Back Bib; Wild Thing Blankie. Home deacute;cor: plant hanger; wine cozy; toilet seat cover; ruffled apron; and Spastic Plastic (grocery tote). Grill mitts and bolo ties for the guys; doggie tee and stuffed cat toys; a steering wheel cover for the car; the Ants Go Marching (picnic blanket); and Beach Bum (beach caddy). Projects range from the simplest no-sew to intermediate; and all have easy-to-follow illustrated directionsmdash;plus; how to throw your own Tee Party. Time to get your craft on.
#2956254 in eBooks 2012-02-21 2012-02-21File Name: B00746BMVO
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