My First Book of Sewing

My First Book of Sewing
Author: Catherine Guidicelli
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2018-10-17
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 048682909X

Step-by-step instructions, accompanied by diagrams, explain the basics of both hand and machine sewing. Twenty-two appealing projects include appliques, pennants, cushion covers, tote bags, and other simple designs.

My First Book

My First Book
Author: Various
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2021-01-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

My First Book by Various: This anthology collects a wide range of stories and essays written by young authors, showcasing the talent and diversity of the next generation of writers. With its engaging storytelling and unique perspectives, "My First Book" is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of literature and writing. Key Aspects of the Book "My First Book": Diversity: The book features a wide range of authors from different backgrounds, showcasing the rich and varied perspectives of the next generation of writers. New Voices: The book provides a platform for young writers to showcase their talent and creativity, introducing readers to a whole new generation of literary voices. Inspiration: The book serves as an inspiration for aspiring writers, highlighting the importance of hard work, dedication, and creativity in the pursuit of literary excellence. Various refers to the many young authors whose stories and essays are included in this anthology. The book is a celebration of the diversity and creativity of the next generation of writers, and serves as a reminder of the important role that literature plays in our lives.

My First Sewing Book

My First Sewing Book
Author: CICO Books
Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small
Total Pages: 367
Release: 2014-02-21
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1782490183

Here are 35 brilliant projects that will help you learn how to sew. If you've never used a needle and thread before, don't worry - start with the Sewing Techniques section, which simply explains how to do every stitch. Then pick something to make from one of the four chapters. In the Toys chapter, you'll find juggling animals, sock monsters and rag dolls, while in Fashion Fun, there are gorgeous bags, hair accessories and more. Next, discover some brilliant Decorations - from hanging felt stars to pretty lavender bags. Finally, Great Gifts is packed with ideas, such as the finger puppet cards, felt egg cosies or the sausage dog draft excluder. All the instructions and cute step-by-step artworks are easy to follow; plus, each project has a grade so that you can start with easy sewing and move onto using more advanced stitches as you get better at it.

The Shirtmaking Workbook

The Shirtmaking Workbook
Author: David Coffin
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2015-03-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 162788274X

So you've made a basic shirt or two and you are looking for more options and directions... Well, you are in luck! David Page Coffin, author of Shirtmaking, a complete guide to the dress shirt, is back to help you with an amazing collection of custom detail patterns and ideas for men's and women's sport, knit, dress, and even simple coat and jacket shirt styles! Inside you'll find helpful guides to drafting or draping a custom pattern, copying or converting a favorite pattern or garment into a more basic pattern ready for customizing to your heart's content, mastering four different placket types so you can use these classic structures in ways you never imagined, understanding and reinventing most any sort of shirt and coat collar type in common use, along with how to construct them all, whether you want a couture creation or a workshop coverall. You'll get an introduction to digital pattern-making and alteration, a close-up and thorough look inside a closetful of classic shirt-type garments, explore a host of pocket and cuff options and have access to dozens of full-size detail and even full garment patterns for printing and customizing. And, of course, you'll learn how to finally turn those collar points all the way out like you've always wanted. The Shirtmaking Workbook includes extensive lists and links to further reading, supplies, and references to help make your custom shirtmaking easier and more masterful. With this unique and comprehensive workbook by your side, you'll never wonder how to make THAT shirt again.

More Sewing to Sell

More Sewing to Sell
Author: Virginia Lindsay
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2018-12-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 161745477X

The author of Sewing to Sell shares secrets from industry experts on growing your craft business—with 16 new projects you can make and sell! Making the leap from sewing enthusiast to entrepreneur is a major accomplishment—but many new professionals find themselves facing all new challenges and questions. In More Sewing to Sell, Virginia Lindsay helps readers take their handmade business to a truly professional level with practical advice from industry experts. This hands-on guide to the sewing business includes sixteen new sewing patterns—all copyright- and royalty-free—ready to customize for craft fairs or online shops, with suggested price points included. With More Sewing to Sell, you’ll make the most of your business’s fabric, time, and resources!

Debbie Shore's Sewing Room Secrets—Quilting

Debbie Shore's Sewing Room Secrets—Quilting
Author: Debbie Shore
Publisher: SearchPress+ORM
Total Pages: 387
Release: 2020-06-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1781269432

Essential tips and ten quilting projects to build your skills and confidence—from the beloved sewing teacher and British television personality. This book is packed with hints and tips for successful quilting and will walk you through every aspect of your sewing journey. It begins with a section on Sewing Room Essentials: a peek in Debbie’s sewing room, a guide to all the tools and materials you might need, a labelled diagram of a sewing machine, and in-depth sections covering various types of wadding/batting and interfacing, fabrics, and threads. The book contains a comprehensive trouble-shooting section to reassure and guide beginner sewists when they encounter problems, along with a glossary to demystify any unfamiliar terms. The second section, Sewing Room Techniques, covers all the skills you need to know, such as pressing, chain piecing, English paper piecing, different quilting styles, and binding, and explains them step by step. The book features ten projects that build up in difficulty, incorporating the techniques you learn as you go. Start simple with a place mat and then build up your skills as you create an English paper-pieced tote, a baby quilt, and a clutch bag. This is the ideal book for the beginner sewist looking for in-depth and helpful guidance, or for the more experienced sewist looking to brush up on their skills—from the woman named “Sewing Designer of the Year” in the Immediate Media British Craft Awards.

Sew Magical for Kids

Sew Magical for Kids
Author: Laura Lee Burch
Publisher: Leisure Arts
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2010
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1574863290

Capture your child's imagination by sewing these fun toys, dolls, costumes, and accessories--

Sew Home in the Kitchen

Sew Home in the Kitchen
Author: Abigail A. Bennett
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 107
Release: 2020-12-25
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 161745964X

Quick & easy kitchen sewing projects with insulated fleece Learn how to sew cozy home decor with Insul-Fleece, the magic fabric layer that reflects heat or cold. You’ll be inspired by 18 pretty and practical projects for everyday life, from placemats to potholders, a bowl cozy, insulated shopping bag, lunch sack, and even a bleacher cushion to take to the game. With projects suitable for beginners, Sew Home in the Kitchen is your complete guide to sewing with insulated fleece. Accessorize the kitchen or dining room with your favorite fabrics, or serve up a special housewarming gift. The possibilities are endless! Beginner-friendly sewing! Stitch 18 projects from kitchen decor to gifts and more Back fabrics in Insul-Fleece to keep the cold out and the heat in (or vice versa) Create potholders and trivets, drink sleeves, and a variety of insulated bags

Knits for Real People

Knits for Real People
Author: Susan Neall
Publisher: Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2015-06-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1618470442

Unsure how to sew the new knits so they'll look great and fit better than ready-to-wear? Knits for Real People helps readers sort out the differences in fabric types and explains the fitting and sewing techniques for each. Photographs of knit fashions from McCall's, Vogue, and Butterick pattern companies provide inspiration throughout the book and illustrate the many types of knits. The many techniques explained include: layout, cutting, and marking; seaming techniques using sewing machines and sergers, including the use of the differential feed feature; creative embellishments, including piping, flounces, "peepers," and decorative serging; neckline and edge finishes, including bands, collars, and bindings; sleeves, hems and closures; and fitting techniques for tops, pants, and activewear. Knit fabrics are very popular in fabric stores and this book helps people take advantage by teaching how to fit patterns for this versatile material.