Complete Book of Sewing Techniques: More Than 30 Essential Sewing Techniques for You to Master

“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

“If you have any interest in sewing and don’t know where to start, this book should be your first purchase.” —Mad Book Love “Wendy includes useful information of fabrics, threads, needles and other equipment. Her clear directions and the helpful pictures will help you in your sewing adventure!” —Tea Rose Home “The Complete Book of Sewing Techniques has a place on every seamstress’ handy instructional bookshelf.” —Midwest Book Review

© 2024 Landauer (Ebook): 9781637411032

Release date

Ebook: 4 October 2024