My First Sewing Book
My First Sewing Book

Author: Susan Akass

Publisher: CICO Books

Published: 2011-08-11

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9781907563713

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Here are 35 brilliant projects that will help you learn how to sew. If you’ve never used a needle and thread before, don’t worry—start with the ‘Sewing Techniques’ section, which simply explains how to do every stitch. Then pick something to make from one of the four chapters. In the ‘Toys’ chapter, you’ll find juggling animals, sock monsters and rag dolls, while in ‘Fashion Fun’, there are gorgeous bags, hair accessories and more. Next, discover some brilliant ‘Decorations’—from hanging felt stars to pretty lavender bags. Finally, ‘Great Gifts’ is packed with ideas, such as the finger puppet cards, felt egg cosies or the sausage dog draft excluder. All the instructions and cute step-by-step artworks are easy to follow; plus, each project has a grade so that you can start with easy sewing and move onto using more advanced stitches as you get better at it.

My First Sewing Book
My First Sewing Book

Author: CICO Books

Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small

Published: 2014-02-21

Total Pages: 367

ISBN-13: 1782490183

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Here are 35 brilliant projects that will help you learn how to sew. If you've never used a needle and thread before, don't worry - start with the Sewing Techniques section, which simply explains how to do every stitch. Then pick something to make from one of the four chapters. In the Toys chapter, you'll find juggling animals, sock monsters and rag dolls, while in Fashion Fun, there are gorgeous bags, hair accessories and more. Next, discover some brilliant Decorations - from hanging felt stars to pretty lavender bags. Finally, Great Gifts is packed with ideas, such as the finger puppet cards, felt egg cosies or the sausage dog draft excluder. All the instructions and cute step-by-step artworks are easy to follow; plus, each project has a grade so that you can start with easy sewing and move onto using more advanced stitches as you get better at it.

My First Sewing Machine Book
My First Sewing Machine Book

Author: Emma Hardy

Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small

Published: 2014-02-13

Total Pages: 430

ISBN-13: 1800650620

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With 35 projects that you'll love to make and a helpful techniques section, this book will teach you all about sewing machines. Start out with Clothes and Accessories, where you can make a felt collar and cosy scarf, as well as a pretty skirt.

My First Book of Sewing
My First Book of Sewing

Author: Catherine Guidicelli

Publisher: Courier Dover Publications

Published: 2018-10-17

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 048682909X

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Step-by-step instructions, accompanied by diagrams, explain the basics of both hand and machine sewing. Twenty-two appealing projects include appliques, pennants, cushion covers, tote bags, and other simple designs.

The Shirtmaking Workbook
The Shirtmaking Workbook

Author: David Page Coffin

Publisher: Creative Publishing International

Published: 2015-06

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 1589238265

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A unique and comprehensive guide to creating beautiful shirts, coats and dresses.

The Everything Sewing Book
The Everything Sewing Book

Author: Sandra Detrixhe

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2004-06-04

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 1440522952

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Despite the availability of retail fashion, more and more people are turning away from the assembly line toward one-of-a-kind clothing, decorations, and accessories. The Everything Sewing Book provides readers with easy instructions for creating beautiful garments, gifts, and decorations for the home. From selecting the right needle and thread to choosing fabrics, reading patterns, and working with a machine, this uncomplicated book introduces readers to the basics of sewing as they complete increasingly challenging projects that will be cherished for years to come. Also included are tips and tricks for making alterations and repairs and dressing up old clothes with embroidery and accents. Projects include: Curtains and tablecloths Colorful appliqued tote bags Pillows and wall hangings Dresses and skirts Shirts and vests Supplemented with foolproof illustrations, The Everything Sewing Book is the perfect gift for anyone interested in learning this rewarding craft.

Fit for Real People
Fit for Real People

Author: Marta Alto

Publisher: Palmer/Pletsch Publishing

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780935278439

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Provides step-by-step instructions for fitting women's patterns for all shapes and sizes, and presents techniques for sewing and creating personalized designs.

Cool Crafts with Cloth
Cool Crafts with Cloth

Author: Jane Yates

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2017-07-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1499482876

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What happens to cloth once a big project, such as making blankets or curtains for the home, is done? This book offers several possibilities for readers who love to craft! Clear instructions guide readers step-by-step through each project, showing how to complete it as well as where readers can add some personality to their cloth craft. An overall theme of recycling, reducing, and reusing waste offers readers practical ways to help the environment but still have fun and be creative.

Not Your Gran's Sewing Book
Not Your Gran's Sewing Book

Author: Allie Luecke

Publisher: Page Street Publishing

Published: 2024-08-20

Total Pages: 393

ISBN-13:

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Make Badass Clothes That Actually Fit It’s finally here: The holy grail for creating clothes that celebrate your body and let all your curves and swerves sing! In this guide to easy alterations, flip-thrift guru Allie Luecke shares all the top tips to have your clothes fitting like a glove. Perfect for beginners, Allie’s book has got you covered with easy-to-follow guides and fantastic projects including: · Starting Strong: Learn how to hem and dart everything you own · Take It All In: Turn oversized into just-the-right size · Let It All Out: Seam rip the shit out of too-tight clothes · Mind the Button Gap: Close the gaps on a button down shirt (buh-bye, peeking bra!) · Zipper-ty Doo Dah: Add zippers to form-fitting pieces (or any piece, really) Whether you’re tailoring the fit of a waistband or adding a pocket, Allie’s clear tutorials guide you through the process with ease, and her signature voice and sense of humor will have you smiling while you sew. So don’t give up on those unworn pieces haunting you from the closet; join Allie and let your clothes adorn your body the way they were destined to!