In this follow-up to the bestselling Alabama Stitch Book and Alabama Studio Style, author Natalie Chanin presents all of the stenciling, hand-stitching, and bead¬ing techniques her company uses to create the award-winning Alabama Chanin line of organic cotton clothing, plus more than 50 variations that lead to infinite design possibilities.
Included in this encyclopedic compilation of Alabama Chanin skill and style are patterns and instructions for dresses, skirts, tops, a wrap, a poncho, a bolero, fingerless gloves, and a hat. Each piece is featured in both its basic form and with varying embellishment combinations, all accompanied by beautiful, clear photography. By mixing, matching, and layering, a stunning, unique, and versatile wardrobe can be built.
Create a wardrobe that reflects your artistry and values.Alabama Studio Sewing + Design is a comprehensive guide to hand-sewing garments inspired by the celebrated Alabama Chanin aesthetic. This book empowers makers to slow down, embrace craftsmanship, and create timeless pieces that tell a story.
Master the techniques of sustainable fashion. Learn the fundamentals of hand-stitching, appliqué, embroidery, and construction using organic cotton jersey and other natural fabrics. Detailed instructions and step-by-step photography make it easy for beginners and seasoned sewists alike to achieve professional results.
Design your own collection with confidence. From skirts and dresses to tops and accessories, this book offers patterns, design variations, and embellishment ideas to help you personalize every piece. Explore creative approaches to color, texture, and layering for garments that are uniquely yours.
Celebrate the beauty of slow design. More than a sewing manual, Alabama Studio Sewing + Design is a manifesto for sustainable living and mindful making. Join the movement that values quality over quantity and craftsmanship over convenience―one stitch at a time.
Praise for Alabama Studio Sewing + Design:
“Transform organic or recycled materials into clothing or home décor items with haute homespun flair.” ―Better Homes and Gardens Quilts and More magazine
“Natalie is beautifully simple, yet elegant, just like her clothing. Her signature look is intricate stitching, beading and applique on basic organic cotton jersey which together make a show stopping casual look." ―SF Unzipped
"I'm a longtime fan of Natalie's clothing designs . . . Her sewing patterns do not disappoint. These are the same dresses, tops, skirts, and accessories that carry four-figure price tags and are coveted by ec-groovy lady rock stars. The same ones. But in her books, Natalie teaches you how to make them yourself . . . Natalie's pieces are so simple to sew together . . . They go together in a single evening, and when you pull them on they don't just make you look better than you did in whatever you were wearing before, they make you feel better." ―Heather Ross, HeatherRoss.Squarespace.com
"The photographs in this volume are exceptional . . . I think if quilters get this book for both technique and inspiration, it will be more than worth the money." ―Meg Cox, quilter and author of The Book of New Family Traditions
“I just love that Natalie has the guts to share the tricks of her trade. The reason I say guts is that you would think that sharing how your garments are made might hurt your business―but in Natalie's case it's proved to be actually quite the opposite . . . The interest in her couture line grew once she started to write books." ―Cathy Callahan, Cathy of California blogger and author of Vintage Craft Workshop
