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Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Playful and inventive, these projects include clothing for all ages, accessories, home decor items, and furnishings. Most feature embellishments and decorative effects -- simple touches that personalize a project with charm -- and use interesting textural fabrics, such as jersey knits, linen, and felt...even paper and vinyl! The authors walk readers through the sewing basics, demystify the lost art of simple pattern-making, provide visual guides to...
Author
Language
English
Description
"Sewing is an indispensable skill if you want to become more resourceful, enabling you to fix a button, mend a split seam, or even make your own clothes. This book starts with the basics, such as choosing your equipment and fabrics, before proceeding to guide you through a range of sewing projects, each of them accompanied by step-by-step illustrations and straightforward instructions. Budding stitchers will find themselves turning to these pages...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Formats
Description
This essential handbook offers detailed, step-by-step instructions that cover the basics of sewing costumes (which often require skills not found in standard sewing guides) to help even the most novice sewists create the costumes of their dreams. The book features 11 original step-by-step basic patterns--such as jumpsuits, jackets, and pants. It then suggests ideas for mixing and matching these basics to create costumes of all styles, including superheroes,...
Author
Publisher
Lucky Spool Media, LLC
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"Follow in the footsteps of our group of beginners who shared one goal- to learn to use their sewing machines. This book is an engaging, detailed lesson plan designed to guide you along that same journey, whether you are learning alone or as a group. It begins with easy-to-follow instructions for how to use a sewing machine and advice on buying fabric and tools and then progresses through 12 projects- one three-hour lesson a month, perfect for friends...
Publisher
Creative Publishing international, a member of Quayside Publishing Group
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Learning how to sew has never been simpler! Enjoy this beginner's guide that takes you by the hand like a personal instructor and teaches you how to sew using hand stiches as well as sewing machines. Filled with detailed descriptions of materials and tools, the easy step-by-step instructions for all the basic sewing techniques will have you creating projects like aprons, pillows, and even pants and shorts in no time. Five simple projects will introduce...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Jane Bull's Get Set, Sew is a beginner's guide to mastering your sewing machine with 20 easy projects. The latest in Jane Bull's successful series of craft titles, Jane Bull's Get Set, Sew is a clear, fresh, enjoyable introduction to sewing on a machine. Jane's friendly, jargon-free instructions and step-by-step photos will walk you through everything you need to know to learn how to use a sewing machine. Master sewing machine basics one at a time,...
Author
Publisher
The Guild of Master Craftsman Publications
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
A simple-to-follow project-based book that takes you through the basic techniques of using a sewing machine. It helps you learn everything you need to get started, including basic machine stitches, making seams and hems, binding edges and working with zips. Each skill is accompanied by a stylish project to make.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
Get Started : Sewing is your perfect, patient teacher. It shows you how to thread a needle, and how to hand and machine stitch, quickly building confidence and skill. Chic and simple step-by-step projects follow the techniques sections -- nothing assumed and everything's explained. Packed with advice, reminders, and help when things go wrong, this book will soon have you hooked on sewing. Start simple: created elegant lavender hearts; make useful...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Sew Happy features 25 exclusive, simple sewing projects from German fashionista Karin Ziegler to give your wardrobe a makeover, whether you want to create a new piece or customize and revitalize your favorite skirt or sweater. Visual step-by-step instructions make each project achievable, from simple hairband accessories to shirts with appliqués and pockets. Get started with the patterns included in the back of the book for the projects that require...
Author
Publisher
C & T Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
This classy and clever book has everything a beginner needs, plus it's an essential reference guide for even the most experienced sewers. Learn how to make different kinds of seams, hems, fasteners and bindings, as well as when and why to use each kind. Find your perfect signature style with fanciful finishing techniques like ruffles, pleats, ribbons and applique.
Author
Publisher
Search Press Limited
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to get the most out of your sewing machine with this comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide. There are 15 gorgeous projects to make including cushions, shoulder bags, soft toys and quilts. Full-size, fold-out patterns accompany the designs and 50 illustrated step-by-step lessons will guide you through all you need to get started. This book is a fantastic resource for those new to machine sewing and a great source of inspiration and ideas...