Publisher's Synopsis
Even beginners who have in their hands just a few fancy pens, a measuring tape, and a small pile of leftovers can begin their creativity with confidence. Anybody with basic sewing skills can do it!
*** Dear readers, this book was last updated in November 2023. An appendix with size guides and pre-calculated dimensions for various sizes has been added. Please note the book is available in three formats and price options; e-book (ASIN: B09BBQ7PD6), black & white paperback (ASIN: B09BGM15YP), and color-printed paperback (ASIN: B09BMLLSWB). The approach using basic mathematics is introduced here to precisely create patterns of any desired dimensions. For crafters who are interested in the original designs, but may not want to draft patterns, printed actual-size patterns (such as ASIN: B09CRQFRJ7 and more) could be a preferable option. ***
This book is good for home sewers, amateur designers, and students interested in sewing and fashion design. If you are in the midst of finding cool ideas for your new sewing projects, please try out these fun little fashion items. Great design examples and explainable logic, from different angles, will inspire creativity, grow problem-solving skills, and increase confidence in you. The book is a unique resource that integrates simple mathematics into hat designs, giving both sides of your brain a chance to exercise together. It's also time to say goodbye to that once-annoying feeling of poor outfits or the lack of clues on how to do alterations. This book features;Basic understanding of the crown and brim making
Step-by-step guide to drafting hat sewing patterns using various techniques
Patterns for 3 basic and 7 creative hat designs (not actual size)
All patterns are drafted on a scale reference (10-mm square grid background)
Mathematical technique that will boost your confidence
Addition-subtraction technique; simple and useful for minor adjustments
Construction example with tips and tricks from real experiences
A few embellishment ideas with examples
Explainable logic throughout, no non-sense stuffing, with approximately 13,000 words to read
Easy-to-follow visualized description with 90+ sets of 300-dpi quality illustrations
Plus, size guide charts and pre-calculated dimensions for various sizes in the appendix
The foundation laid in this book, as well as all the tips and tricks provided, will assist you in developing your original sewn hats with pride and joy. All creative hats are the original designs of MsKapolo. The techniques developed from the author's own experience and knowledge have been proven useful and replicable across various designs.