Sew Many Dresses, Sew Little Time
Sew Many Dresses, Sew Little Time

Author: Tanya Whelan

Publisher: Potter Craft

Published: 2015-06-16

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 0770434940

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With her "choose-your-own-adventure" approach to sewing, Tanya Whelan offers an invaluable collection of patterns that empowers sewers to become designers. The trick is a set of patterns for 6 skirts and 8 bodices that line up perfectly at the waist, plus an additional 4 sleeve styles and 4 necklines. Tanya gives readers clear instructions and easy-to-follow step-by-step diagrams that allow them to use the enclosed pattern pieces to create up to 219 fitted dresses, including simple strapless designs, sheaths, and halter gowns. The book covers basic dress construction and altering techniques for women of all shapes and sizes.

Sew Many Bags, Sew Little Time
Sew Many Bags, Sew Little Time

Author: Sally Southern

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2008-04-04

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 0715335375

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Sew yourself a sassy collection of bags and accessories to carry you from day to night, and work to play Sew stylish . . . Create fashion with function; pretty shoppers, smart satchels, cute cosmetics purses and more, plus must-have coordinating accessories Sew special . . . Felt, denim, cotton, and even waterproof; fabrics new and old are mixed and embellished for one-of-a-kind creations Sew simple . . . No-fuss sewing techniques, from easy appliquT to simple seams, ensure the bags are quick and easy, leaving you with more time to enjoy them.

Sewing in No Time
Sewing in No Time

Author: Emma Hardy

Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small

Published: 2014-02-21

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 1908862513

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Store-bought soft furnishings can be expensive and the choice is often limited but with so many gorgeous designer fabrics on sale, there's never been a better time to make your own. Sewing in No Time sets out 50 simple step-by-step projects using nothing more than the most basic of sewing skills. Cosy and colourful scatter cushions, stylish curtains and blinds, elegant table linen, handy storage bags and baskets, a comfy cushion for a garden bench and even a funky play tent for the kids to run riot in: these are just a few of the ideas that Emma Hardy has designed using readily available fabrics and trims. Illustrated throughout using specially commissioned photographs and easy-to-follow step-by-step diagrams, Sewing in No Time is the perfect book for people who are big on ideas but short of time. Whether your home is a traditional country cottage or a modern warehouse-style apartment, you're sure to find plenty of ideas to inspire you.Emma Hardy is a stylist and designer who has worked on various lifestyle and interiors magazines, including Country Homes & Interiors and Marie Claire.

Crafty Little Things to Sew
Crafty Little Things to Sew

Author: Caroline Fairbanks-Critchfield

Publisher: Union Square & Company

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781454710455

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20 quick & easy projects to sew from scraps or fat quarters.

Oliver + S Little Things to Sew
Oliver + S Little Things to Sew

Author: Liesl and Company, Inc.

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Published: 2011-03-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781584799108

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"In Oliver + S Little Things to Sew, you'll find whimsical yet practical accessories for children, such as a hat, scarf, vest, tutu, art smock, backpack, messenger bag, and quilt- all designed with the same style and attention to detail for which Oliver + S's individual patterns are renowned..." From jacket flap.

Sew Organized for the Busy Girl
Sew Organized for the Busy Girl

Author: Heidi Staples

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2015-03-01

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 1607059800

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The fabric designer and author of Patchwork USA offers tips and fun sewing projects for busy crafters in this illustrated guide. It can be hard to find the time for a creative project when life gets hectic, but it doesn’t have to be impossible. Sew Organized for the Busy Girl is full of practical tips to help you fit sewing into your busy lifestyle—and put hours back on the clock! A creative mom of three, Heidi Staples will help you organize your sewing space and works-in-progress so they are ready to roll at a moment's notice. With her easy-to-implement advice, you can revive your creative life and make the most of your time. Heidi also shares 23 fun sewing projects, ranging from handcrafted quilts to home decor, children's gifts, and attractive storage cases. With an arsenal of time-savers, you'll finally finish those projects while enjoying a little "you" time at the sewing machine.

Sew Illustrated
Sew Illustrated

Author: Minki Kim

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2016-08-01

Total Pages: 123

ISBN-13: 1617451797

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Stitch it pretty! 16 projects for your family, friends, and home Fill your home with small works of art that embody the simple life. Start with 16 useful handmade gifts in the popular Zakka design style, then add adorable motifs pulled from everyday life. 35 charming designs are printed on iron-on transfer paper–have fun sketching them with bits of fabric and free-motion stitching. Customize a variety of bags, a fabric basket, a makeup roll, coasters, and more. You can even use images pulled from a photograph, a rubber stamp, or a child’s drawing! - 16 charming projects for your home using free-motion quilting and raw-edge appliqué - Choose from 35 adorable sketches, printed on iron-on transfer paper, for handmade gifts you’ll love to sew and share - Branch out and try sewing your own doodles (or your kid’s!), a stamped image, or a traced photo

Project Teen
Project Teen

Author: Melissa Mortenson

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 1607058855

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Please the pickiest tech-savvy teens and tweens with these 21 trendy projects you can sew. Most of us would agree that sewing something that teens will like is, without a doubt, a challenge. In Project Teen, Melissa Mortenson, sewist and mother of three teenagers, shares not only her 21 teen-approved designs, but also invaluable tips and tricks for sewing for this unique (a.k.a. picky) age group. Whether you make a stylish tech cover, a cushy study pillow, or a personalized quilt, your teen will love these handmade gifts as much as you love them. • 21 projects, specifically for teens and tweens (ages 11+), including quilts, T-shirts, tech covers, totes, accessories, and so much more • Lots of inspiring ideas and designs for the perfect gifts • Get the 411 on what’s cool when it comes to fabric and style—so that your teen is sure to love what you make! Praise for Project Teen “Mortenson has a good eye for what teenagers actually need and want. . . . Something here will appeal to that trickiest of demographics, making the book a worthwhile buy.” —Publishers Weekly “Project Teen is a fresh, mod, fun way to sew for the tweens/teens in our life - kids, grands, nieces & nephews. The projects meet the ever changing needs of kids, from travel blankets and tablet covers to simple bags to store everything in.” —Generation Q Magazine

Sew Classic Clothes for Girls
Sew Classic Clothes for Girls

Author: Lindsay Wilkes

Publisher: KP Craft

Published: 2013-10-31

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781440235184

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Special clothes for special girls! Delight in the details of these 20+ girlish garment patterns from Lindsay Wilkes, creator of The Cottage Mama patterns and blog. Featuring a classic, vintage-inspired aesthetic, you'll love stitching up an entire girl's wardrobe that's more than just dresses. Mix and match pieces to discover new looks, make complete outfits, and create a year's worth of customized, personal garments for your own little gal. Inside you'll find: Step-by-step instructions to make more than 20 garments and accessories. Materials requirements, cutting instructions, and patterns for sizes 12 months to 10 years. Patterns for coats, dresses, knickers, frocks, tops, and more. A "Getting Started" section to help you choose and pair fabrics, select tools, and brush up on garment-sewing techniques. A CD containing print-at-home patterns and cutting layout diagrams. System requirements for CD: Adobe Acrobat Reader to view PDF documents CD-ROM drive Free hard-disk space to save files