Paris! London! New York! Every hipsterette wants to look like she belongs in a glamorous city. And now, with downtownDIY Sewing, a trip to the bank can be just like a trip to the Left Bank. Buying the Times can be like strolling the Thames. And even a day that?s so-so can be so, so Soho. This kicky crafts book brings a new, fresh look to sewing, with 15 patterns easy enough for beginners--and sophisticated enough to appeal to them, too. For twentysomethings, it?s like stumbling into the best vintage boutique ever. Is it all a dream? No! With simple cutting and step-by-step instructions, the book guides sewers through basic techniques. The projects include a party top, a wrap skirt, an mp3 cover, and more, so much more. And at just $11.95, even starving artists can afford their own copy.