The Everything Sewing Book : From Threading the Needle to Basting the Hem, All You Need to Alter and Create Beautiful Clothes, Gifts, and Decorations.
Title:
The Everything Sewing Book : From Threading the Needle to Basting the Hem, All You Need to Alter and Create Beautiful Clothes, Gifts, and Decorations.
Author:
Detrixhe, Sandra.
ISBN:
9781440522963
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (322 pages)
Series:
Everything®
Contents:
Cover -- Copyright -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Top Ten Reasons to Learn to Sew -- Introduction -- Chapter 1: Sewing Machines -- Chapter 2: Sewing Tools and Notions -- Chapter 3: Fabric Facts -- Chapter 4: Basic Mending and Altering -- Chapter 5: Making Curtains -- Chapter 6: Tablecloths -- Chapter 7: Pillow Possibilities -- Chapter 8: More Stuffed Fun -- Chapter 9: Three-Piece Crib Set -- Chapter 10: Appliquéd Tote Bag -- Chapter 11: Fun-to-Make Gifts -- Chapter 12: Lined Baskets and Pincushions -- Chapter 13: Hanging Caddies -- Chapter 14: "Welcome Spring" Wall Hanging -- Chapter 15: Making a Simple Dress from a Pattern -- Chapter 16: Infant's Gown -- Chapter 17: Making a Vest -- Chapter 18: Making a Skirt from a Pattern -- Chapter 19: Little Girl's Jumper -- Chapter 20: Tailored Shirt from a Pattern -- Chapter 21: Advanced Mending and Altering -- Appendix A: Glossary -- Appendix B: Resources -- Index.
Abstract:
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 you 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 you to the basics of sewing as you 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. Supplemented with foolproof illustrations, The Everything Sewing Book is the perfect gift for anyone interested in learning this rewarding craft.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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