Fine Machine Sewing

Fine Machine Sewing
Author: Carol Ahles
Publisher: Taunton
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781561585861

Carol Ahles shows how to master methods of creating finishes that normally are only attainable by hand sewing.

Heirloom Sewing for Today

Heirloom Sewing for Today
Author: Sandy Hunter
Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1997
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

Heirlooms for the home, to wear, or as gifts; use fine laces and fabrics, new or from vintage clothing shops.

Couture

Couture
Author: Roberta C. Carr
Publisher: Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1993
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780935278286

Couture is an attitude--a non-complex way of thinking about sewing. It's about concepts--how to approach a technique, or a way of accomplishing a particular look. In this book, Carr expresses her philosophy--that there is no one way to do anything in couture sewing--and discusses alternative techniques. Illustrations and photos throughout.

How to Machine Sew

How to Machine Sew
Author: Susie Johns
Publisher: GMC PUBLICATIONS LTD
Total Pages: 108
Release: 2016-01-06
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1784940933

This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of using a sewing machine. You'll 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. Each project is explained with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little machine sewing experience you have to start with, you'll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found practical skills.

Singer Sewing Book

Singer Sewing Book
Author: Jessie Hutton
Publisher:
Total Pages: 544
Release: 1972
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780307098702

Complete Book of Sewing Techniques

Complete Book of Sewing Techniques
Author: Wendy Gardiner
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 439
Release: 2022-10-24
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1637411030

“Organizes the basics of sewing techniques into a photo-heavy encyclopedia for beginner sewers and experts alike.” —Publishers Weekly For Great-Great Grandma, sewing clothes for the family was a necessity. Today, it’s a creative and rewarding personal choice. Now learning how to sew has never been simpler, with step-by-step photographs and friendly advice from internationally accredited sewing expert Wendy Gardiner, and her clear directions ensure that even beginners will get great results. With the techniques you learn in Complete Book of Sewing Techniques, you’ll soon be stitching amazing clothes with skill and confidence. This beautifully illustrated, comprehensive guide to all aspects of sewing from dressmaking to soft furnishings: Covers sewing techniques from hand stitching and hemming to making collars and sleeves, attaching liners, adding darts for shaping, and inserting zips and buttonholes Includes comprehensive information on fabrics, threads, needles and other equipment Features step-by-step photographs and color illustrations

A Beginner's Guide to Making Skirts

A Beginner's Guide to Making Skirts
Author: Wendy Ward
Publisher: CICO Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-10-25
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781782493709

All the techniques, clear step-by-step artworks, and patterns you need to make 24 wonderful skirts All the techniques, clear step-by-step artworks, and patterns you need to make 24 wonderful skirts INCLUDES THREE FULL SIZE PATTERN SHEETS FOR US DRESS SIZES 4 TO 22 Follow Wendy Ward’s tutorials to make a wide range of stylish skirts. From 8 basic shapes—circle, A-line, stretch pencil, wrap, bubble, tailored pencil, front-opening, and culottes—you will learn the skills to make variations that have pockets, color blocking, gathers, ruching, darts, and much more. All the basic techniques you will need are also explained, so you’ll feel confident with essentials like inserting zippers, attaching waistbands, gathering, pleats, making buttonholes, and adding linings. There are also handy hints and tips on how to take measurements and on choosing the right fabric. Skirts are the perfect first garment for beginner dressmakers, and there are some really simple designs here—the jersey pencil skirt is just two pieces of fabric with an elasticated waistband! So arm yourself with this book, some fabric, and Wendy’s sewing wisdom, and you’ll be on your way to updating your wardrobe with unique skirts that are a perfect fit.

The Sewing Machine

The Sewing Machine
Author: Natalie Fergie
Publisher: Unbound Publishing
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2017-04-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1911586246

Over 100,000 copies sold 'A tapestry of strong characters and accomplished writing' Herald Scotland It is 1911, and Jean is about to join the mass strike at the Singer factory. For her, nothing will be the same again. Decades later, in Edinburgh, Connie sews coded moments of her life into a notebook, as her mother did before her. More than a hundred years after his grandmother’s sewing machine was made, Fred discovers a treasure trove of documents. His family history is laid out before him in a patchwork of unfamiliar handwriting and colourful seams. He starts to unpick the secrets of four generations, one stitch at a time.

Fine Machine Sewing

Fine Machine Sewing
Author: Carol Ahles
Publisher: Taunton
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2001
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781561584871

A guide to using a sewing machine to create different kinds of details and embellishments.

Super Stitches Sewing

Super Stitches Sewing
Author: Nicole Vasbinder
Publisher: Potter Craft
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2014-03-18
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0770434797

The Perfect Stitch for Every Project Does your sewing machine come with lots of fancy stitches that you've never thought to try? This essential guide to machine and hand stitches will teach you how to use any and every stitch for professional-looking seams, hems, gathers, darts, and more. Unlock your full sewing potential with 57 machine stitches, 18 hand stitches, and tips to choose the correct needles, threads, and sewing machine accessories, complete with detailed step-by-step tutorials and illustrations. This comprehensive stitch dictionary is a must-have companion for any sewer, whether you just bought your first sewing machine or you’re a seasoned expert looking to polish your skills. If your passion is dressmaking, tailoring, or simply mending your own clothes, Super Stitches Sewing gives you all of the information you need to make every project a success.