Everyday patterns Easy-sew pieces to mix and match

Lotta Jansdotter

Book - 2022

An inspiring guide to creating a flexible, seven-piece wardrobe with modern Scandinavian elegance, from style icon Lotta Jansdotter. When Jansdotter wears one of her signature clothing looks, fans frequently ask, "Did you make that?" Lotta's answer is, "Yes, and so can you!" With that in mind, she has created her second book of easy-to-sew pieces that can be layered to create a variety of looks. Lotta Jansdotter Everyday Patterns is all about flexible, customizable garments to wear in your nest and in your neighborhood, and easy, fun ways to alter each one as the season--or your mood--changes. The book includes sewing instruction and patterns for basic garments (skirt, shirt, shirt dress, tunic, pants, jacket, and r...obe) and unique accessories (tote bag, bandana, and more). For each garment, Jansdotter offers ideas for trims, pockets, sleeves, and hemlines to encourage readers to personalize and add details. And once more, she includes the sources of her inspiration and how she and her friends and family wear key pieces in different variations while working, playing, resting, and traveling.

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Published
New York : Abrams 2022.
Language
English
Main Author
Lotta Jansdotter (author)
Other Authors
Jenny Hallengren (photographer)
Physical Description
144 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm + 3 pattern sheets
ISBN
9781419743986
  • Introduction
  • 1. Six New Garments = Your Easy, Smart Wardrobe
  • 2. Choosing Fabric
  • 3. Creating the Garments
  • The Garments
  • Billie Top and Tunic
  • Rui Shirt and Shirtdress
  • Maar Dress
  • Pym Pants
  • Kiko Jacket and Robe
  • Rickie Skirt
  • Accessories
  • Stina Everyday Tote Bag
  • Scarf
  • Headband
  • 4. Inspiring Outfits
  • 5. Sewing Instructions
  • Cutting Layouts
  • Patterns Sheet Guides
  • About the Author
  • Acknowledgments
  • Resources
Review by Library Journal Review

U.S.-based Swedish designer and style icon Jansdotter (Lotta Jansdotter Everyday Style) shares her classic and simple style tips with readers. She suggests readers create a capsule wardrobe with patterns that use a variety of fabrics and colors to create versatile pieces. Each garment is modeled by either the author or someone from her social circle. Readers who are just getting started with sewing, or have been creating pieces for a long time, will find useful patterns and tips in this book. Especially intriguing are suggestions for trying different sleeve lengths as well as dress and skirt hemlines, a tote bag with a removable strap, headbands, and even a button-down shirt that can be made multiple ways, with or without pockets. The patterns and accompanying sewing instructions are easy to follow. VERDICT A great choice for anyone hoping to create a capsule wardrobe for themselves or others.--Elizabeth Majka

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