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This bird pattern was the first japanese pattern i ever tried, so i thought it would be meaningful as well as cute. Pdf pattern magic by tomoko nakamichi shannon y brown. Pattern magic japanese edition japanese paperback 2005. The english translation of pattern magic 2 will be available january.
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I didnt even realize it until halfway through the series, but this was the first time guest posting for three of my guest bloggers sanae, frances and robin. Pattern magic takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with stepbystep projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. The magic pattern book features 6 magic patterns that can be transformed into 216 different looks. Complete with beautiful fullcolor photos, stepbystep instructions and a cd of printable patterns, this easytofollow guide shows how 6 patterns x 6 looks x 6 fabric suggestions for each look results in a complete wardrobe. Fresh from bunka, the japanese publisher of pattern magic and drape drape, comes this stylish book for home sewers.
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