Table of Contents
Foreword Constance C.R. White 9
Introduction 13
How to Use the Book 15
1 Sew Creatively
Mood Boarding 20
Drawing & Sketching 23
Studying Color 25
Hidden Figure of Fashion: Bernadine M. Anderson 28
Note Taking 30
Creating a Workspace 30
2 Sew Intentionally
A Brief History of Sustainable Fashion & Textiles 34
3 Sew Patterns
Basic Tools & Materials 43
Hidden Figure of Fashion: Donyale Luna 46
Stitching with Soul 48
Working with Patterns 51
Working with Fabric 52
Wear a Crown 55
Denim Scrunchie 61
Ankara Triangle Reversible Headwrap 65
Hidden Figure of Fashion: Patrick Kelly 68
Scrap Earrings 71
Reusable Face Mask 75
No-Waste Waist Bag 81
Hidden Figure of Fashion: Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley 88
Black Girls Sew Tote 91
Tulle Tutu 97
Fashion Capital Sweatshirt 103
Hidden Figure of Fashion: Zelda Wynn Valdes 108
Vintage-Inspired Wrap Top 111
Faux-Fur Vest 117
Denim Glow Up 125
Rag Doll 133
Embellishments 141
4 Sew, What's Next?
Supercharge Your Fashion Future 153
Hidden Figure of Fashion: Eunice Johnson 156
Your Sewing & Fashion Career 158
Maintain Your Balance 159
Glossary 160
About the Authors 163
Acknowledgments 169
References 170
Patterns 171