Sewing For Beginners

Sewing For Beginners
Author: Giulia Ludemberg
Publisher: Sannainvest Limited
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2020-11-16
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781914146121

Discover How To Master The Art Of Sewing And Unlock Your Inner Artist With Amazing Projects - That You Can Do TODAY! Learning how to sew might seem complicated. If you're a complete beginner, it can definitely be intimidating to start, getting all the essential skills down pat, and producing some really nice projects. However - with the proper guidance, even a beginner like you can produce EYE-POPPING sewing projects that will impress your family and friends! In this complete beginner's book to sewing, you will find tons of easy, step-by-step sewing projects that you can easily create for yourself. Everything is explained in-depth, with clear illustrations and pictures to help you get the most out of your tools and achieve the very best result in as little time as possible! Here's what you're going to find inside: Proven ways to help you master essential sewing skills from cutting patterns and sewing seams to gathering fabric and installing zippers Foolproof tips and tricks to choose the right equipment, select the perfect fabric and use the right sewing techniques for your specific project needs Step-by-step instructions with illustrations for making awesome sewing projects from light dresses to curtains and more Common sewing mistakes made by both beginners and experts and how to avoid them And much, much more exclusive and updated content you cannot find anywhere else! Improve your DIY skills, make your own clothes and furnishings for your home with the outstanding projects contained in this book! This book is great for: Beginners who want to get started with sewing but have no idea where to begin Intermediate and expert seamstresses looking for inspiration for new projects Gifting any DIY lover and craft enthusiast who loves to craft and sew

A Quilting Life

A Quilting Life
Author: Sherri McConnell
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2013-02-12
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607056607

“With its diverse selection of fabrics and designs, A Quilting Life is a fine pick for any quilter looking to produce family-oriented keepsake results.” —The Needlecraft Shelf Bring the handmade tradition home with these charming quilts and home accessories. Inspired by a grandmother who loved to sew for her family, quilter and blogger Sherri McConnell gives traditional patterns like hexagons, stars, snowballs, and Dresden Plates a new look featuring fabrics by some of today’s most popular designers. Nineteen cozy projects include pillows, tote bags, table runners, and larger quilts—quick and easy designs that make great gifts. “Sherri’s book is a treasure! It’s full of fun and straight-forward patterns for quilts, table toppers, pillows, bags and more—all the goodies to make a cozy home.” —Thimbleanna “Would you like the opportunity to make tomorrow’s heirlooms in today’s vast selection of prints? . . . If so, this could be the reference book that will get you started. There are 19 projects, mainly focusing on handmade household items but including some larger quilts too.” —Fabrications Quilting for You “Beautiful inspiration if you are a seasoned quilter, but also a great resource with clear and in some cases, simple patterns for newbies as well.” —Diary of a Quilter “Color photos of finished needlework projects accompany step-by-step diagrams and assembly patterns, while at-a-glance sidebars covering materials and cutting allow needleworkers to gauge the complexity of each project.” —The Needlecraft Shelf

Love at First Stitch

Love at First Stitch
Author: Tilly Walnes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2014
Genre: Dressmaking
ISBN: 9781849493659

Love at First Stitch gives you all the know-how you need to start making the dresses of your dreams. Written for novice stitchers, Tilly Walnes demystifies dressmaking for the generations that have never been taught to sew. This book presents the core sewing basics in an informal style, with Tilly's friendly and encouraging voice cheering the reader on throughout.

Merchant & Mills Sewing Book

Merchant & Mills Sewing Book
Author: Carolyn Denham
Publisher: Collins & Brown
Total Pages: 411
Release: 2014-05-07
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1910231010

Keep it simple and do it well. The Merchant & Mills Sewing Book contains fifteen step-by-step projects aimed at guiding you gently but firmly through the basics of sewing. Each project you make from this book will be stylish, but above all, useful. Part I of the book presents a fundamental overview on the art of sewing, the tools and materials you will need and homegrown tips on essential good practice. In Part II, seasoned dressmaker Carolyn Denham leads you step by step through fifteen achievable projects, each building on the skills gained as you progress through the book. First, equip your sewing room with practical items you never knew you needed, such as a Tailor’s Ham, Sleeve Roll and an Ironing Board Cover (essential items for good pressing practice), a Hussif (the ever ready portable sewing kit) and a Maker’s Apron (utilitarian chic for good workers). Then go on to use your new sewing skills to make cushions, throws and bags before progressing on to garments with the Tailored Shawl and Fisherman’s Top, using the paper patterns provided in the back of the book. Make them all and you will be a very capable dressmaker with a raft of functional, beautiful, handmade goods.

Easy Sewing for Adults

Easy Sewing for Adults
Author: Leila Albala
Publisher: Chambly, Québec : ALPEL Pub.
Total Pages: 122
Release: 1988
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780969193258

"For women (sizes small, medium, large, x-large) and for men (size medium). 78 patterns"--Cover.

The Zenki Way

The Zenki Way
Author: Trixi Symonds
Publisher:
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2021-03-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9780764361494

Softies--simple cloth characters to sew with basic tools--are popular worldwide for good reason: easy, fun designs give the successful results that inspire a new generation of kids to sew. This guide to the zenki way, from the founder of Sew a Softie, helps parents, teachers, community organizations, and kids make a good thing even better! Using the zenki method, everyone can create huggable softies--and more importantly, design their own. The zenki secret? Two squares of felt, only four straight lines to sew, and a key design feature: wide seam allowances, allowing arms, legs, wings, hair, and more to be cut from the border (no inserting or pinning). Try it with these 14 different zenki characters to make, brimming with quirky personality and ready for your own touch. Each project builds designing know-how and has clear photo-by-photo instructions. Learn the zenki way to become an unstoppable softie designer, and a lifelong sewing lover.

Quick & Easy Sewing Projects

Quick & Easy Sewing Projects
Author: Cy DeCosse Incorporated
Publisher: Random House Canada
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1993
Genre: Architecture
ISBN:

Includes how-to information.

The Complete Book of Sewing

The Complete Book of Sewing
Author: Chris Jeffreys
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Dressmaking
ISBN: 9780789496584

Packed with computer-aided designs, information on new types of fabrics, and specially commissioned photos, this comprehensive guide maintains its original appeal, while enticing a whole new generation of readers.

Abby’S Magic Mirror

Abby’S Magic Mirror
Author: Doris Asche
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 133
Release: 2011-01-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1450277233

After her mother buys her a very special mirror at a garage sale, Abby Benton is anxious to hang it in her room. She loves to dream about whom it used to belong to and what kind of life they lived. Then one day, something very strange happens: Abby begins to see into the past! Abby watches as the lives of the Allen family unfold in a small, suburban house during the 1940s. The family fixes up the modest home, and the two girls, six-year-old Nancy and four-year-old Darla, make friends in the neighborhood. When World War II begins, Abby sees the family put up blackout curtains, listen to air-raid sirens, and plant victory gardens. As the years pass, Abby continues to watch the Allen family grow and change, learning exciting and interesting details of life during the 1940s and 1950s. From the introduction of television to seeing the girls go on double-dates at the drive-in movie theater, Abbys interest in history increases. Abby asks her grandmother questions about her childhood during the same time period, and develops a deeper relationship with the past. Abbys Magic Mirror offers an intriguing, detailed glimpse into days gone by. Come gaze into the mirror with Abby and discover what life was like!

Quick and Easy Sewing with Your Serger

Quick and Easy Sewing with Your Serger
Author: Becky Hanson
Publisher: Creative Publishing Int'l
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2008
Genre: Machine sewing
ISBN: 9781616733537

An easy, get-started guide to working with your serger-to get quick, professional-looking results with all types of fabrics, Easy SINGER Style Quick and Easy Sewing with Your Serger teaches readers all about the serger and presents 15 projects.