Lena Corwin's Made by Hand: A Collection of Projects to Print, Sew, Weave, Dye, Knit, or Otherwise Create
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In 2009, tastemaker and bestselling author Lena Corwin turned the top floor of her Brooklyn brownstone into a studio and began hosting classes for local crafters. In
Lena Corwin€s Made by Hand, she re-creates and builds upon her popular workshop series in order to reach crafters in Brooklyn and beyond. For this €œbest of€ collection, she has chosen expert teachers and her favorite projects: Jenny Gordy introduces us to knitted socks and elegantly sewn tops and dresses; Cal Patch teaches how to make a modern embroidery sampler as well as a braided rag rug; and Corwin herself presents her favorite screen-printing and stamping techniques. In total, there are 26 lessons/projects, all presented with step-by-step photos and illustrations.
Praise for
Lena Corwin's Made By Hand:
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Glamour picks: Lena Corwin€s
Made by Hand . . .€ €•Glamour Magazine
€œA must-have for anyone who wants to create unique d©cor.€ €•
Decorating Shortcuts magazine
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Made By Hand offers the perfect range of usable textile handiwork, presented by fourteen teachers who obviously enjoy their craft ۥ
ForeWord Reviews €œThe 385 detailed illustrations, along with excellent step-by-step photographs and clear instructions, make each project tempting and approachable.€ €•
Studios magazine
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€œThose messy hands alone are inspiring me to get creative.€ €•
Modern Eve Â
€œI got a sneak peek at a mostly lovely book. I can€t contain my excitement over this book. The projects are varied and so much fun.€ €•
The Stylish Nest Â
€œThe photography and layout of the book is gorgeous: wide open with lots of white space, reminiscent of Japanese craft books. And there are people, whole people, sitting and doing crafts, not just disembodied hands. Isn€t that part of the reason we craft€•for the human contact?€ €•Knitty.com
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Made By Hand is gorgeous . . . filled to the brim with beautifully executed diy tutorials from a host of talented artisans.€ €•
Michelle S Blog €œCraft book is like a private studio class . . . this book is a breath of fresh air€ €•Examiner.com
€œShe€s the most talented person I know, and probably in all of Brooklyn.€ €•
Lucky magazine
€œThis project is a personal favorite of mine and the colors are easy to customize for fall.€ €•
Design*Sponge €œAttention  DIY€ers: You Need Lena Corwin€s New Book!€ €•
Lucky magazine
€œAs brilliant as it is beautiful!€ €•
The Purl Bee €œThe diversity of offerings within these pages makes you feel like you€re at a retreat with too many good things to choose from . . . except you get to make them all! The photography is clean and simple. Gorgeous€•really. This is a good one, folks . . . and Lena€•you've done it again.€ €•
maya*made €œEven if none of you know where to begin, you can easily use the projects in this book as a guidebook . . .€ €•
Urban Comfort€Â
"A must-have if you want to stretch your creativity and get your hands dirty€•literally.€ €•Big Cartel
€œIt boasts stunning visuals with simple imagery.€Â
€•The Capsule Show €œ
Made by Hand introduces readers to ageless crafting techniques with modern projects.
ۥHGTV.com
€œThe 26 delightful projects are scrumptiously photographed as step-by-step tutorials, creating the impression that we, too, are in the light-filled studio among the generous and pleasant makers . . . all of these carefully curated projects will result in products that are perfect in their own unique way.€ €•BookPage.com
€œWe have been fans of designer/illustrator/author Lena