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CLASSIC CLOTHESSew

for Girls

A NEW BOOK BY Lindsay Wilkes

Aclassic, traditional girl atheart, Lindsay Wilkes hasalways had a fondness for thestyles of the 1930s, 40s and 50s,particularly the look of vintagechildrens fashions. To her, those

were simpler timesa time whenlittle girls truly dressed like littlegirls. Combine with that her loveof sewing, a hobby that offers

busy moms and grandmothersan opportunity to slow down inthis hectic world and Lindsaysknack for mixing prints andcoordinate trims, and the resultis a spectacular, new book, SewClassic Clothes for Girls, (KPCraft, 144 pages; $27.99), availablein October. Included in whatpromises to be the first of many

Wilkes sewing books are six corepatterns on CD (sized 12 monthsto 10 years) that allow sewists

to make an entire wardrobe ofunique and different looks fortheir little one. Layered withsolid, colorful long- and short-sleeved t-shirts, tights and jeans,the collection is versatile enoughfor all seasons. Each patternincludes several different design

variations -- up to 17 differentgarments and three accessories

are featured in the book, but thedesign inspiration is endless. Plus,Lindsay shares tips and tricks sheuses to give her garments a moreprofessional look.

This is your chance to makesomething for your little girlthat she will truly cherish, she

writes. We may not be on thisearth forever, but through sewing,

we can leave behind little bits ofsewn love.

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