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    Ebook884 pages2 hours

    Teach Yourself VISUALLY Sewing

    By Debbie Colgrove

    3.5/5

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    About this ebook

    If you're tired of items that just fit so-so—sew, sew! This guide will have you expressing your personal in no time. You'll learn the basics of hand sewing and sewing with a machine and get detailed information about tools and fabrics. From there, you'll progress to sewing seams, darts, facings, zippers, fasteners, and more. You'll learn to use patterns and try your hand (and your sewing machine) on warm-up projects like a tote bag or a baby receiving blanket. Then it's on to more creative designs like a stylish messenger bag and fun, flanged pillow shams. If you learn by seeing and doing and want to create chic, unique accessories and home décor, this book is a perfect fit!

    Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review

    • Each skill or technique is defined and described
    • Detailed color photos demonstrate each step
    • Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo
    • Helpful tips provide additional guidance
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWiley
    Release dateJul 5, 2011
    ISBN9781118153376
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    • 3/5
      Very beginning guide to sewing. I think the techniques discussed are clear and easy to follow, but the projects at the end uninspiring.