Making Vintage Accessories: 25 Original Sewing Projects Inspired by the 1920s-60s

This is the third book from the successful Making Vintage...collection. It includes 25 stunning projects with step-by-step instructions, spanning the 1920s-1960s. All stitches and techniques are clearly explained, making this book accessible to all levels of ability. Choosing perfect accessories is the essential finishing touch to any outfit and can make the most ordinary ensemble look special. This gorgeous collection of vintage projects will enable readers to accessorise with eye-catching and individual style. Taking inspiration from the fashions of the 1920s through to the 1960s, there is something to suit everyone. Learn to re-create 1920s Art Deco elegance, 1930s Hollywood glamor, 1940s utility and make-do, 1950s feminine and flirty or 1960s mod and chic. Each era includes a unique selection of bags, hats, scarves, collars, belts, gloves and textile jewelery embellishments. Beginners to sewing need not worry as all stitches and techniques are fully explained with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and photographs.