Singer Upholstery Basics Plus

Singer Upholstery Basics Plus
Author: Steve Cone
Publisher: Quarry Books
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2007-09-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781589233294

The most comprehensive, user-friendly upholstery book on the market just got better! Over its lifetime, SINGER Upholstery Basics has sold nearly 150,000 copies. Now, with five new projects and an entirely fresh presentation, SINGER Upholstery Basics Plus is truly the best book for beginners and seasoned upholstery buffs alike. All the basic upholstery techniques are taught. Projects include all styles of chairs or couches, stools, different styles of ottomans, a bench, and a headboard. Some projects are built-from-scratch items that require only simple carpentry skills for building the frames. Others show the complete process of stripping, repairing, and reupholstering old furniture pieces to like-new condition. Large color photos of the step-by-step instructions set this book apart from all the others. 300+ photos show the techniques in great detail, plus 5 new projects Projects are practical and most representative of the types of furniture pieces usually reupholstered or constructed from scratch Hidden wire-o binding keeps the book open flat while you work

Upholstery

Upholstery
Author: David James
Publisher: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Limited
Total Pages: 175
Release: 2004
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781861082763

Offers a guide to beginners that are inspired to renovate, restore or update a piece of upholstery, and provides refurbishing techniques and projects from start to finish.

Singer: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, 3rd Edition

Singer: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, 3rd Edition
Author: Nancy Langdon
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 1589238974

With updated photography and techniques, this is the definitive guide to all things sewing, whether you're working with garments or decor

Singer Upholstery Basics Plus

Singer Upholstery Basics Plus
Author: Steve Cone
Publisher: Quarry Books
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2007-09-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781589233294

The most comprehensive, user-friendly upholstery book on the market just got better! Over its lifetime, SINGER Upholstery Basics has sold nearly 150,000 copies. Now, with five new projects and an entirely fresh presentation, SINGER Upholstery Basics Plus is truly the best book for beginners and seasoned upholstery buffs alike. All the basic upholstery techniques are taught. Projects include all styles of chairs or couches, stools, different styles of ottomans, a bench, and a headboard. Some projects are built-from-scratch items that require only simple carpentry skills for building the frames. Others show the complete process of stripping, repairing, and reupholstering old furniture pieces to like-new condition. Large color photos of the step-by-step instructions set this book apart from all the others. 300+ photos show the techniques in great detail, plus 5 new projects Projects are practical and most representative of the types of furniture pieces usually reupholstered or constructed from scratch Hidden wire-o binding keeps the book open flat while you work

Quilting on the Go

Quilting on the Go
Author: Jessica Alexandrakis
Publisher: Potter Craft
Total Pages: 542
Release: 2013-06-11
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0770434134

Break Free from Your Sewing Machine Imagine being able to quilt on vacation, at the beach, or virtually anywhere else you find yourself. Jessica Alexandrakis has traveled the world with her on-to-go sewing kit and small stash of fabric, creating strikingly modern patchwork along the way. Now she shares everything she's learned about this addictive, beginner-friendly technique. • Sewing kit essentials that you can slip in your bag so you'll always be ready to stitch • Color theory and stash organization tips for dramatic effects or scrap-happy results • Creative patterns to combine hexagons, half-hexagons, diamonds, stars, squares, and triangles • 10 step-by-step projects, including the hand-pieced Laptop Bag, Tanuki Stripe Throw, Falling Stars Baby Quilt, and Jessica's signature Travel Quilt • 10 customizable quilt patterns with 40 vibrant color palette suggestions Whether your style is classic or modern, Jessica offers a range of stunning projects, from small home accessories to full-size quilts, for all skill levels. So leave the sewing machine at home. Take your quilt to go.

Sewing Bits and Pieces

Sewing Bits and Pieces
Author: Sandi Henderson
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Total Pages: 584
Release: 2010-03-30
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0470638710

35 projects to turn your favorite fabric scraps into well-loved treasures Sewing with scraps is an economical way to make the most of your designer fabrics-as well as a fun way to use up a stash of your favorite leftovers for smaller projects. Michael Miller fabric designer Sandi Henderson holds to the adage "waste not, want not" to deliver a collection of innovative sewing projects that lets you make the most of bits and pieces of your beloved fabrics. From a market skirt to a butterfly pin, from an embellished table cloth to hip hair accessories, Sewing Bits and Pieces gives you 35 sewing projects to make unique pieces that are perfect for gift-giving (or keeping for yourself)! Features gorgeous full-color photography throughout Detailed instructions walk you through each project Sandi's popular Portabello Pixie blog is read by thousands every day Packed with tons of fun, innovative projects, Sewing Bits and Pieces will have you creating sewing masterpieces in no time. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

The Upholstery Bible

The Upholstery Bible
Author: Cherry Dobson
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 563
Release: 2020-10-30
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1446381307

A complete course in upholstering furniture, including tooling up, selecting stuffings and outer textiles, techniques, and cutting plans. The Upholstery Bible is a one-stop resource for furniture upholstering, regardless of your abilities, with easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions explaining all the essential upholstery techniques, from covering buttons to stripping and upholstering entire chairs. Build your skills at your own pace, with advice on the basics such as choosing materials and tools for the job and estimating yardage, as well as more complex upholstering techniques. The Upholstery Bible features invaluable advice on what to look for when buying second hand furniture, teaching you what’s fixable and what’s not as well as how to avoid costly mistakes by choosing the right stitches, and techniques and textiles for the job. “Dobson breaks up the technical stuff with a more inspiring approach . . . If you’re starting out, I’d say this would be a brilliant resource to have . . . offers plenty of answers to the most common gotchas.” —Vintique Upholstery

The Complete Serger Handbook

The Complete Serger Handbook
Author: Chris James
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 168
Release: 1998
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780806998077

How and when to use a serger stitch for finishing edges, making garments or decorative work. There are instructions on how to make buttonholes, do quilting, lacemaking and applique.

Singer(R) Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades, and Top Treatments

Singer(R) Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades, and Top Treatments
Author: Susan Woodcock
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
Total Pages: 235
Release: 2016-09
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1589239318

From planning the project to sewing and installing the finished product, this book teaches readers how to create beautiful, professional-looking window treatments for their homes.