Holiday Patterns

Pattern Play: Popular Prints and Patterns for Shirts

Dive into the captivating world of shirt patterns with "Pattern Play: Popular Prints and Patterns for Shirts." This comprehensive guide explores the evolution of the shirt, from ancient origins to contemporary trends. Discover the diverse array of fabrics, fits, necklines, and sleeve styles, unraveling the secrets of choosing the perfect shirt for every occasion. Explore classic patterns like Oxford, Chambray, Flannel, and Denim, then venture into bold and daring designs, including Hawaiian, Paisley, Gingham, and Polka Dot. Unleash your creativity with animal, floral, geometric, and abstract prints, and learn how to expertly match shirts with pants for a harmonious look. This guide provides invaluable tips for special events, seasonal styles, and flattering fits, ensuring you always feel confident and stylish. Discover the art of caring for your shirts, from washing and drying techniques to stain removal, and even explore DIY customization methods to personalize your wardrobe. Journey through global shirt styles, gaining inspiration from diverse cultures, and delve into the exciting future of shirt patterns, embracing sustainability, digital printing, wearable technology, and innovations in comfort. "Pattern Play" is your ultimate companion for understanding, selecting, and styling shirts, empowering you to express your unique personality through the captivating language of patterns.

Handmade Holiday

Create beautiful Christmas embroidery for colorful holiday decor and festive, handmade gifts!

For fun, festive holiday décor and homemade gifts, look no further than Handmade Holiday: Festive Embroidery Patterns and Techniques for Christmas Crafting! With this book of lovely Christmas embroidery scenes, designed by professional needlework artist Aly Ploof, you can add a touch of holiday spirit to napkins, towels, garments, and other textiles.

Embroidery is an age-old needlework skill that has been entertaining crafters and makers for generations. There’s nothing more relaxing on a frosty winter evening than painting with thread, so grab your cup of cocoa and settle in by the fire. Handmade Holiday offers 16 patterns to make your Christmas crafting merry and bright—as well as chapters on techniques for beginners, and a stitch library for easy reference.

Whether you’re a beginner interested in learning a new craft, or an experienced embroiderer looking to create one-of-a-kind handmade gifts, this book has patterns you’ll love. Celebrate the season with Handmade Holiday!

Patterns Include:

• Merry Mittens

• Starry Stockings

• Christmas Cabin

• PoinSanta Hat

• Pretty Poinsettia

• Citrus and Berries

• Holiday Rocking Horse

• Stuffed Stocking

• And much more!

TABLE OF CONTENTS
00: Introduction
01: Getting Started
02: Stitch Library
03: Embroidery Projects
04: Being Mindful: Slowing Down During the Holidays

Basic Patterns in Union Contracts

Outlines the major types of provisions and their frequency in collective agreements.