The Book Company: New Products - Textile & Costume

Kilts

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:42:26 +0000

With 200 photographs and illustrations covering every aspect of how kilts are made and worn, Kilts provides a compact, accessible guide to understanding this cultural garment and what it signifies about its wearer.

Kilts explores the renowned garment of Scottish Highland tra..

Price: $35.00

The Painted Loom (The Art of Carpet Design)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:19:16 +0000

The most beautiful contemporary rugs designed by Deirdre Dyson, an award-winning artist who lives and works between London and Paris. The book is intended for decorators, interior architects, and the wide audience interested in interior design.

Trained as a graphic designer and artis..

Price: $70.00

Madhappy (California Optimism)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:19:08 +0000

Embracing an optimistic ideology and approach to mental health, this sublime book brings together a decade of stories, imagery, and community of Madhappy.

In 2017 three best friends had an idea. Inspired by mental health struggles experienced by their friends and family, they wanted ..

Price: $65.00

YSL Lexicon (An ABC of the Fashion, Life, and Inspirations of Yves Saint Laurent)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:09:50 +0000

The world’s leading authorities on fashion and design celebrate the 60th anniversary of YSL’s first runway presentation with a lexicon that includes many images from the designer’s extraordinary archives.

Yves Saint Laurent (1936–2008) is credited with reviving French h..

Price: $29.98

Kiss and Cry (Virgil Abloh: A Working Archive)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:23:11 +0000

A must-have for lovers of streetwear style and high fashion, Virgil Abloh’s longtime collaborator Christina Paik is publishing her much sought-after archive of images documenting their decade of work together.

Dating from the earliest days of Off-White, Paik had complete access to on..

Price: $55.00

Cosplay For Dummies

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:38:03 +0000

Craft your first cosplay costume the fun and friendly way

Cosplay brings together creativity, performance, and self-expression, letting you transform into your favorite characters through costumes, makeup, and accessories. Cosplay For Dummies is your friendly, step-by-step guid..

Price: $27.99

A Handweaver's Pattern Book Updated and Expanded Anniversary Edition (Updated and Expanded Anniversary Edition)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:11:38 +0000

This 75th anniversary edition enables today’s weavers and future generations to enjoy and expand their weaving skills and design creativity.

The classic by Marguerite Porter Davison offers weaving guidance, 377 drafts for four-harness loom weaving, and her timeless emphasis on weavers sharing t..

Price: $70.00

Japanese Kimonos and How to Wear Them (Quick-Tie Obi Styles for Yukatas and Kimonos)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:06:13 +0000

Wear beautiful Japanese kimonos or yukatas easily with simple "quick-tie" obis that take just seconds to put on!

In this lively and entertaining illustrated guide, author and certified kimono instructor ayaaya introduces 30 easy, elegant ways to tie waistbands for kimonos and ..

Price: $18.99

Japanese Crochet Stitch Bible (300 Exquisite Stitch Patterns from Nihon Vogue Japan [300 stitch patterns and 600 photos & illustrations&91;)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:05:52 +0000

From Japan's crochet experts, a new collection of versatile and stunningly original stitch patterns!

This essential guide presents 300 unique original crochet stitch patterns with clear, easy-to-follow instructions in the Japanese style. In no time, you can create stylish croc..

Price: $24.99

The Compact Book of Granny Squares (Everything you need to start creating today)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 23:44:22 +0000

There’s something wonderfully therapeutic about turning a simple ball of yarn into something beautiful with your own hands.

In The Compact Book of Granny Squares, you’ll discover just how rewarding this crochet technique can be. Packed with clear instructions and inspiring pr..

Price: $19.99