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ashleylm's review
4.0
It's not going to win any literary awards, but it did exactly what I wanted it to do: describe different fabrics, how they're made, how you sew with them, how you was them, etc., and it did so clearly and not without a sense of humour. Unlike most reference books, you could actually read through this and enjoy the read. I particularly appreciated their extra tips that popped up from time to time for more challenging fabrics.
The title would be closer to the truth if it were simple "The Mood Guide to Fabric." There's no real guide to Fashion (and thank goodness) as part of this book.
Note: 5 stars = amazing, wonderful, 4 = very good book, 3 = decent read, 2 = disappointing, 1 = awful, just awful.
The title would be closer to the truth if it were simple "The Mood Guide to Fabric." There's no real guide to Fashion (and thank goodness) as part of this book.
Note: 5 stars = amazing, wonderful, 4 = very good book, 3 = decent read, 2 = disappointing, 1 = awful, just awful.
kimschmidt's review
4.0
After visiting Mood several times and a fairly lazy sewer, I am so glad I picked this book up from the library this week! It's a perfect mix of beautiful photos and sharing what you need to see on different fabrics and what all the fabrics even mean! Highly recommend!
campbelltaral's review
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
5.0
I've been on a beginner's sewing kick and short of having physical swatches, the Mood guide is helpful for understanding garment materials. I really liked the forward by Tim Gunn and the humble beginnings of Mood Fabrics.
sinduja's review
4.0
This is a great book for someone who wants a non intimidating introduction into fabrics and sewing. I don’t think you read it and finish it. This is the sort of book you keep around for reference for a long time.
gashlycrumb's review
4.0
Interesting introductory chapters. Would make a fine addition to a reference library with all the highly detailed chapters on the various textiles available for garment construction.
rjzn87's review
4.0
I don't usually count non-fiction books like this toward my yearly total, but this one I read cover to cover, so imma going to! Really great information about the weave structures and loom standards for lots of different fabrics. Lots of good tips for working with tricky fabrics.
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