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NEEDLEWORK & FABRIC CRAFTS. Give your clothes a new lease on life! Showing how to take classic mending techniques one step further to add personality and style to clothes, "Mend & Make Fabulous" is a uniquely comprehensive resource that combines visual inspiration with practical advice for the fashion-conscious sewer. The ability to repair and restore clothes is priceless, and "Mend & Make Fabulous" provides a comprehensive guide to all the classic mending techniques and then some: holes and tears; ripped or frayed seams; discoloration, stains, or fading; broken snaps and closures; and so much more. This book also shows you how to add some creativity to mending--fixing holes with studs or applique; hiding discolorations by dip-dyeing; concealing frayed hems by adding cuffs or trim--that will make clothes even more fabulous than they were the first time around.