Sewing Books

Book SynopsisA complete quilting course for beginners, in 12 easy stages A Beginner's Guide to Quilting is the perfect introduction to this popular craft. Beginning with the 'Getting Started' section, quilting teacher Michael Caputo will show the tools and equipment, and demonstrate the sewing skills you will need, plus the basics of constructing your quilt. Section two is a series of 12 workshops, each introducing you to new skills, with a project at the end which enables you to practise what you have just learned. You'll learn about joining pre-cut squares, sashing, piecing and paper piecing, using templates, and the different types of appliqué. All through the workshops there are helpful hints on choosing colours and patterns, and there are illustrations of variations on the basic blocks to show how those choices will affect the end result. With step-by-step text and clear illustrations, you'll soon be making a table runner and cushion covers, before moving on to wall hangings, a cot quilt and a throw. The final project is a full-size bed quilt with elaborate stitching to really show off all your new skills.

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Book SynopsisA complete sewing kit for creating plushies inspired by everydayobjects. No sewing experience necessary!

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Book Synopsis Minimise waste and maximise creativity with 14 stylish freehand dressmaking projects from Chinelo Bally. Making your own clothes is a sustainable, ethical and fun craft that is brought alive by bestselling author and designer Chinelo Bally. Using the freehand cutting method for which she has become so well known, Chinelo shows how to upcycle and make stunning new items from old garments as well as making clothes using interesting new fabrics, without the need for sewing patterns. The book features eleven projects for stylish women’s clothes and three projects for children’s clothes. Learn to turn a man’s shirt into a fashionable dress and old pair of jeans into a sassy tutu skirt. Other projects include a one-shoulder jumpsuit and Chinelo’s signature collared top. Throughout the book, Chinelo encourages the reader to make clothes to suit their own style and achieve results that are beautifully distinctive – and a far cry from throwaway fast-fashion. Projects include: • Women’s Clothes: 2nd Date Night Dress, Angled-overlay Pencil Skirt, Asymmetric Peplum Top, One-shoulder Jumpsuit, Shirt to Button-back Dress, Jeans to Sassy Tutu Skirt, Pencil Dress Refit, Signature Collared Top, Versatile Maxi Dress, Showstopping Maxi and Strapless Wrap Dress. • Children’s Clothes: Child’s Peekaboo-back Dress, Shirt to Child’s Dress, Jeans to Child’s Dress Packed with tips, techniques and inspiration, Sew Chinelo reveals the secrets to producing sustainable and wearable clothes with style, feminine glamour and a professional finish that fit perfectly every time.Trade Review‘We particularly love the skirt on the front cover, but this is just one of many stylish garments in the book’ -- The Pattern Pages‘Packed with tips, techniques and inspiration throughout, Sew Chinelo is a must-have for eco-conscious fashionistas’ -- Craft Focus

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Book SynopsisCreate unique patchwork gifts! This book incorporates a range of patchwork and sewing techniques such as traditional piecing, English paper piecing, foundation paper piecing and appliqué. You can create baby quilts, pincushions, place mats, pouches, quilted trivets and more. Each project comes with step-by-step instructions and is suitable for the beginner as well as the more experienced crafter.

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Book SynopsisEvery vintage-obsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. The follow-up to the popular Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing and Gertie Sews Vintage Casual, Gertie’s Ultimate Dress Book is packed with all the information and patterns you could ever need to create a wardrobe filled with stunning vintage frocks. The book begins with all the essential techniques for dressmaking and includes instructions and patterns for 23 dresses for a variety of occasions. Elements of each pattern can be mixed and matched, allowing readers to customise the bodice, skirt, sleeves, pockets and details of each dress for a truly unique creation.

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Book SynopsisFeel the benefits of sewing by hand for your wellbeing and for the planet with these mindful and sustainable makes. Hand sewing is a great way to practise mindfulness through craft. Laura Strutt has designed these 35 projects specially to develop your hand-sewing skills, but also to help you slow down, enjoy the moment, and appreciate the rewards of your work. Using a number of different techniques including visible mending, sashiko, embroidery, thread doodling, boro and abstract embroidery, Laura shows you how to incorporate these methods into making something useful, creative and sustainable. For the home, you can make a boro bowl from scraps of fabric, or adorn a simple cushion cover with an embroidered mandala. From your wardrobe, revive a beanie hat by adding some floral embroidery to the rim, or use sashiko stitching on fabric-covered buttons for a new look. Decorate your home with a floating embroidery design in a hoop, or a simple banner using colourful couching stitches over twisted rope. Think of the planet as you upcycle a blouse with detail stitching and new sleeve trim, or make elbow patches to cover the holes in your favourite sweater. Whichever project you choose, take time to enjoy the process and simply sew.

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Book SynopsisA crochet border is the perfect finishing touch on the edges of any fiber project, but creating one often means shaping the edging around an unforgiving 90-degree angle. It’s no easy task, but Edie Eckman guides you through it with style and poise. This collection includes 150 vibrant crochet frames to suit every fiber need, with color photographs by John Polak that showcase the beautiful details of each technique. Now painless, marvelous crochet borders are just around the corner!

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Book SynopsisA super-stylish new handbook from Merchant & Mills containing all the answers to sewing’s most frequently asked questions. Providing an overview on the art of sewing, this handy volume is packed with information on the tools and materials you will need, seasoned with homegrown tips on essential good practice. Topics given the full Merchant & Mills treatment range from the planning stages through to putting the finishing touches to your project. Measuring and marking, form (including darts and gathering), seams, ease, hems, interfacing and closures such as buttons and zips are all covered. There is expert advice on using and understanding patterns, performing basic alterations, and of course plenty of tips on making the most of any dressmaker's best friend – the iron. Successful sewing is very achievable: just make sure that you have this book to hand at all times, and bear in mind the Merchant & Mills motto: do it once, do it well.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing an on-trend avocado, woodland toadstool, cool cacti and not-so-scary spider, these furry and felted projects are suitable for beginners and require very few tools - an ideal combination for some enjoyable and relaxing crafting time! Each project is made using a fun selection of readily available and affordable ultra-cosy fabrics. A detailed tools and materials section, plus techniques and templates, will cover all the basics you will need to complete these cuddly designs. AUTHOR: Emma Herian has been creative ever since she leanred to knit on two pencils at school. Having studied ceramics and plastics at Brighton University, UK, she went on to work for a furniture design company in London. Emma's needle felting work evolved when she was asked to teach the craft at a workshop. Learning about the craft itself first took her love of making in a whole new direction. Emma has written features for Making magazine, and her work was featured on Channel 4's Kirstie's Handmade Christmas.

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Book SynopsisSew more, waste less. It’s never been more important to be mindful of what we consume. This book will help you to make 25 small but meaningful life swaps to help reduce waste and live more sustainably. Replace disposable face wipes with skin-friendly, washable pads; make beeswax fabric wraps so that you never have to buy single-use plastic food wrap again; make a sturdy shopping tote to replace plastic bags; trade in gift wrap and tape for stylish fabric wraps and gift bags. Packed with all the easy-to-follow instructions and friendly sewing tips you expect from Debbie Shore, this book also contains hints and tips for face scrubs, bath salts and more to use with your new projects, or to make a perfect eco-friendly gift. Vegan alternatives are suggested where possible.Trade ReviewGreat ideas and useful hints. This is my first Debbie Shore book, I wasn’t sure what to expect but I love the Christmas stocking bags and repair kit. Great for beginners and many of the patterns would be easy to alter the size and would be suitable to up-cycle fabric you already have. -- Rebecca Orrin * Customer Review *As always, Debbie writes and presents her projects in an easy-to-use format with clear instructions. The book doesn't overwhelm you with lots of jargon and difficult techniques, making it accessible to all levels and abilities, but at the same time it gives you the opportunity to develop your skills by adapting the projects to suit you. There are two things I particularly love about this book. The first are the recipes for the wax coating and face scrub because they are simple and I can't wait to make them. The second thing is Debbie's use of natural eco-friendly fabrics. I would never have thought of using cork for lining, and now can't wait to try it. -- Shani Dukes * Customer Review *Eco-friendly products can carry quite a price tag, but with encouraging words and easy-to-follow instructions, Shore's collection of simple sewing and crafting projects can inspire readers to create their own and reduce, reuse, and recycle, all at the same time. Items here can be used for food (wax wraps, lunch bags, grocery totes), personal care (makeup remover pads, reusable wipes and a way to carry them, face coverings), and other household purposes (gift wrappings, cleaning wipes). Many projects are suitable for absolute beginners, but some, like structured bags with bias trim, are better to build up to. Throughout, Shore emphasises using organic, repurposed, and eco-friendly supplies, and reminds readers that using what they have is just fine, and better than buying new. Only one project requires a printed pattern, and the shape for this is included in the book for easy tracing onto paper. An approachable guide. -- Heather Booth * Booklist *The book contains tips for beginners, information on fabrics, tools, useful stitches and key techniques. There are lots of photos and clearly written instructions for the projects making it ideal for beginners. The tips for natural face scrub, bath salts, stain remover and kitchen spray are a nice addition. Unlike a lot of project books where I only find one or two projects of interest I can see myself working my way through all the projects in this one. I especially like the stocking gift bags which can be resized. A couple of the projects can also be adapted for alternative use, the repair kit case would be ideal for storing small sewing projects and the cutlery wrap could be adapted for pens/brushes etc. An excellent addition to my collection of sewing books. -- Ann Hewison * Customer Review *I have a few Debbie Shore books, all of which I love and this latest addition did not disappoint. The book is suitable for beginners to competent sewers alike and contains lots of hints and tips. Each project (there are 25 in all) has detailed instructions supported by step-by step-pictures. I've already made a set of make up remover wipes and some bowl covers. This book is a great addition to any crafters book collection and I cant wait to make more of the projects. -- Sazzie Jessop * Customer Review *It's never been more important to be mindful of what we consume. Debbie Shore's latest release Sew Eco-Friendly will help you make small meaningful swaps to help reduce waste and live more sustainably with 25 step-by-step projects - you'll be able to replace plastic bags with a sturdy shopping tote bag, trade in gift wrap for stylish fabric wraps and much more. * Crafts Beautiful *I have a couple of Debbie’s books already (purses and bag making books). One of the projects was a really lovely double compartment bag (it's called a wipe bag but you could use it for anything – so it is really nice to have a nice bag project in there, that you could use it as a clutch bag or purse). There is a great variety of projects which is what I liked about the book. There was tips to decorate the shopping bag and I was impressed with her method to dye the fabric. I was pleased to see one of the projects is beeswax wraps, which you can make easily. They are a great replacement for cling film/ tin foil in some cases. There are some fantastic projects such as the food coverings. My mum has now borrowed my copy as she was so impressed. -- Deanna Shellard * Customer Review *Lots of projects, some easy enough for the complete novice, with plenty of tips. Good explanation of 'how to', easy to follow and lots of pictures for the visual learner. Plenty of upcycling/recycling and reusable completed projects. Problem is which project to start first! Definitely recommend for someone who is/would like to become eco friendly. -- Dianne Renneberg * Amazon *Another excellent book from Debbie Shore. Simple instructions and great photos for reference. I think everyone may be getting a foldaway washable bag in the stocking this year. -- Bernadette McGowan * Customer Review *This book covers 25 projects for eco friendly minded people who enjoy sewing small craft projects. Instructions are clear and concise and contains step-by-step pictures. Projects include bags, bowl covers, face masks drawstring bags and fabric gift wrap ideas plus more. Debbie Shore is well known for her sewing books and this takes a step towards more thoughtful sewing projects. -- Ros Woo * Customer Review *Table of ContentsIntroduction 6 10 tips for the complete beginner 7 Materials & tools 8 Useful stitches 12 Key techniques 13 Make up remover pads 18 Wax sandwich wrap 20 Wax snack pouch 22 Bath sponges 24 Hemp tote bag 26 Baby wipe bag 30 Bottle bag 38 Stocking gift bags 40 Grocery bag 44 Plant pot covers 48 Fabric gift wrap 50 Gift cube 54 Gift bags 58 Repair kit 62 Bowl covers 68 Apron 70 Wipes: baby wipes, tumble drier sheets and kitchen wipes 74 Foldaway bag 76 Cork lunchbag 80 Cutlery roll 84 Face coverings: simple mask, shaped mask, carry pouch 88 Template 95 Index 96

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Book SynopsisJoyful Mending shows you how to repair and improve old items of clothing by turning tears and flaws into beautiful features.Simply by applying a few easy sewing, darning, felting, or crocheting techniques, as well as some sashiko and other favorite embroidery stitches, you can repair your favorite pieces in a transformative way.Along with her own philosophy of mindfullness and Wabi-Sabi mending, author Noriko Misumi teaches you how to: Repair any kind of fabric that is torn, ripped or stained—whether knitted or woven Work with damaged flat or curved surfaces to make them aesthetically pleasing again Create repairs that blend in, as well as bold or whimsical visible repairs Darn your handmade or expensive gloves, sweaters and socks to make them look great again The joy to be found in working with your hands and the personal artistry you discover within yourself lie at the heart of this book. While nothing lasts forever, there's pleasure, as well as purpose, in appreciating age and imperfection. Joyful Mending allows you to surround yourself with the things that truly give you joy, whether they were given to you by a loved one, picked up in your travels or simply have a special place in your heart.Trade Review"…a resource as practical as it is whimsical… Misumi visually guides readers through visible and invisible mending techniques that bring new life to well-loved materials…Anyone wishing to preserve and repair their favorite clothes will find plenty of ideas and useful techniques here"-- Library Journal "Starred Review""…It's perfect for those of us seeking practical and creative ways to reduce our environmental footprint…If you have an interest in this sort of thing, get a copy of the book to see the numerous examples of clothing restoration. It is inspiring. Your repairs can be as subtle or creative as you like, and it's so satisfying to keep that beloved jean jacket going."-- Empress of Dirt blog"…Filled with practical mending techniques, both visible and invisible, Noriko approaches every mending project as an opportunity for creative expression…this book has the classic minimalist 'zakka' aesthetic that we've all come to love about Japanese craft books. Overall, Joyful Mending is a lovely read. It's full of practical instructions and lots of creative ideas to approach your next mending project with a touch of whimsy." -- My Poppet Makes blog

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Book SynopsisAdd sass to your quilt labels and gift tags! Featuring 100+ snarky designs you can stitch, colour, or paint, these customizable iron-ons give your handmade treasure the label it deserves.

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Book SynopsisStart sewing in no time with basics broken down to the simplest form! Professor Pincushion's Beginner Guide to Sewing assumes the reader has no sewing experience and has five projects to get you started.

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Book SynopsisEveryone can make softies with this simple three-step method. Sew any of seven animals, including a bear, elephant, or mouse! Customize with accessories to bring out their unique personalities.

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Book SynopsisThe complete guide to pattern fitting and sewing your own knit clothes. Learn how to alter knit sewing patterns to achieve a perfect fit on everything from tight-fitting tops to casual knit pants. Fit for Knits also teaches you the best sewing techniques for stretchy garments, including garment industry secrets that will take your sewing skills to the next level. Every step-by-step tutorial is explained in an easy-to-understand, visual format. Fitting and sewing knit clothes doesn't have to be hard; with the techniques in this book, you'll be able to create beautiful garments you'll love to wear.Table of ContentsPattern fitting for knit tops, pants and skirts Alter knit patterns to suit different needs. How to pick the right knit fabric Cutting and preparing knits for sewing Troubleshoot and fix common issues Best stitches for sewing knits Hemming Sewing neckbands Sewing darts on knits Sewing waistbands Sewing pockets Sewing pants, tops and skirts

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Book SynopsisDenim Upcycled contains 25 creative projects using old pairs of jeans to create fabulous, customised clothes & homewares. Jeans are such a wardrobe staple that most people end up with at least one or two pairs of that don’t fit any more, have worn out in places or have gone out of style. But instead of consigning them to landfill, why not repurpose them? Denim is a durable and versatile fabric that’s perfect for upcycling into stylish, sustainable and useful items for you, your family and friends, and your home. With clear instructions and handy tips throughout, projects are suitable for all levels. Projects include: Flower Brooch, Decorative Cuff, Phone Case, Coin Pouch, Zippy Pouch, Water Bottle Carrier, Tote Bag, Messenger Bag, Storage Baskets, Drawstring Bag, Notebook Cover, Luggage Tags, Shorts, Skirt, Pendant Bottle, Gift Bag, Love Cushion, Home Cushion, Plant Pot, Hanging Hearts, Tooth Fairy Pillow, Pencil Case, Tablet Storage Pouch, Wall Hanging Organizer, Three-in-a-Row Game. 25 quick and easy projects for useful items from upcycled jeans Projects for bags, tags, covers, baskets, cuffs and clothes Suitable for those with little or no sewing experience as well as more experienced crafters Will appeal to those wanting to counteract throwaway culture, buy less and reuse more Table of ContentsIntroduction A Brief Background to the Iconic Blue Jeans The Deconstruction Phase Other Materials Measurements and Templates Equipment Stitching Denim Hand Sewing and Embroidery Stitches Turning Through and Finishing PROJECTS Flower Brooch Decorative Cuff Phone Case Coin Pouch Zippy Pouch Water Bottle Carrier Tote Bag Messenger Bag Storage Baskets Drawstring Bag Notebook Cover Luggage Tags Shorts Skirt Pendant Bottle Gift Bag Love Cushion Home Cushion Plant Pot Hanging Hearts Tooth Fairy Pillow Pencil Case Tablet Storage Pouch Wall Hanging Organizer Three-in-a-Row Game Templates Resources Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisForget fast fashion and cheap trends - Serena Baker is here to help you craft the sustainable wardrobe of your dreams!In 2021, Serena Baker became the youngest ever - and first Scottish - winner of The Great British Sewing Bee. She thrilled the judges with her incredible attention to detail and wowed viewers with her distinctive 'refashioning projects', putting sustainability at the heart of her creations. Whether you're brand new to sewing or already know the ropes but fancy trying something a little different, Serena will take you on a journey to reinvent your wardrobe.In Serena Sews, you'll learn how to:- master must-have skills - from zip insertion to pressing perfection - to boost your sewing confidence and give your garments a professional finish- work with basic pattern blocks to adapt and rework as you build your repertoire- 'refashion' existing items like an oversized shirt into a summer dress, or an old pair of jeans into a cute crop top- save money and work sustainably by choosing pre-loved garments and fabrics for your projectsSerena Sews breathes fresh life into the craft of sewing to make one-off, versatile, long-lasting items to cherish. The magic of this approach makes Serena Sews a book to come back to again and again. It's brimming full of sewing happiness - for you, your friends and family, and the planet.Trade Review‘Really, really talented sewers . . . have fairy dust they throw over the garment and it doesnt look like it has been touched by a human hand.’ -- Esme Young

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the wonderful world of Maddie! Inspired by the Half Yard™ Sewing Club's favourite heirloom rag doll, join a brand-new Maddie on her adventures throughout the seasons. Beginning with advice on all the fabrics and tools your need, along with handy techniques, learn how to make your 66cm (26in) tall Maddie doll and her fun wardrobe. Choose from dresses, tops, jeans, shoes and more; the instructions for each are explained clearly with step-by-step photos and tips. And who can forget Maddie's cuddly (and mischievous) dog, Mo... learn how to make him too! Every item in Maddie's wardrobe, and Maddie herself, has a pattern printed at full-size on template sheets stored in an envelope at the back of the book. Each garment's template has multiple variations – from adding collars to turning trousers into shorts – so you can tailor the garments to your own Maddie! Make a Maddie for your family, so that you – or your giftee – can love her for years to come.Trade ReviewWhat a beautiful book, I have made Maddie doll and am really looking forward to sewing more of her lovely clothes. Easy to follow instructions and I'm thrilled with the results. -- Jacqui Hawker * Customer Review *Another fabulous book from Debbie Shore, full of patterns, hints and tips on how to make the adorable Maddie and her dog. Lovely that the full size pattern pieces for the doll and clothes are included in the back of the book. Instructions are clear and well illustrated so can’t wait to get started. -- Lynda Packer * Customer Review *Inspired by the Half Yard Sewing Club's heirloom rag doll, designer Debbie Shore's striking book centres around the marvellous Maddie. Standing at 66cm tall, this chic dolly comes with a variety of seasonal wardrobe options, including dresses, tops, jeans and shoes. There's even handy step-by-step photos and helpful tips and tricks for your convenience. Plus, don't forget to make her cuddly dog Mo! Why not make a sweet Maddie doll for your friends or family. * Sew Magazine, March 2023 *Make a 66cm (26 in) tall Maddie doll, her fun wardrobe and dog Mo. There are clear instructions, step-by-step photos, handy techniques and tips. All items have full-size patterns on template sheets and there are multiple pattern variations, so you can tailor the garments to suit. * Machine Knitting Monthly, April 2023 *Table of ContentsIntroduction Getting started - Fabrics - Tools for sewing small - Techniques - Top tips for sewing small - How to use the patterns Making Maddie Maddie’s wardrobe - Pyjamas - Pleated Tunic & Dress - Apron - Summer Dress - Frilly Blouse - Plain T-shirt - Trousers - Regular Shorts - Turned-up Shorts - Knickers - Shoes - Hooded Jacket - Romper - Reversible Hat - Dressing Gown - Party Dress - Messenger Bag Mo the dog - Making Mo the Dog - Mo’s Leash & Bandanna Acknowledgements & Index

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Book SynopsisLearn the art of smocking from award-winning cosplayer Maggie Hofmann! With 20 American and English smocking techniques, you can add 3D textures, historical accents, and special effects to your costumes.

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Book SynopsisSewing is fun – learn how to do it yourself with this step-by-step guide. Pick up this book and you’ll soon be a sewing whiz, using a wide variety of hand stitches and learning how to sew on a zip, attach buttons, embroider, and appliqué. In Jewellery and Accessories, you can make adorable watermelon slice brooches or a fun raccoon scarf, while Toys and Dolls features a fake fur teddy bear that would make a great gift – he’s so sweet, though, that you might want to keep him for yourself! Next is Stationery and Storage, which makes being organised fun – you’ll be the star of your class with the monster pencil case and the customised tote bag to carry your books in. Finally, in Gift Ideas, you can learn some beautiful embroidery stitches with the monogrammed pillowcase, or surprise a friend for their birthday with some personalised bunting. All of the projects have simple step-by-step artworks to guide you, plus a clearly marked skill level so that you can start with the easier projects and move on to more challenging crafts as you become a more confident stitcher.

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Book SynopsisA collection of Half Yard™ sewing projects for springtime style, designed by the award-winning and best-selling author Debbie Shore. Debbie has chosen her favourite spring designs from her much-loved Half Yard™ series, including five brand-new projects for you to sink your needles into. Whether you're spring cleaning and tidying, working in the garden or entertaining, this book contains everything you need to do it in style! Choose from useful bags, boxes and storage solutions to give your inside space a new lease of life; create gorgeous bags for days out and table decorations for days in entertaining; and finally, make your outside space just as inviting as inside, with a peg bag for your laundry and a gardener's kneeling pad for all those spring jobs in the garden. Each item requires no more than half a yard of outer fabric, plus all the necessary hardware, trimmings and lining. As always, every project features Debbie's friendly, easy-to-follow instructions and a beautiful photograph of the finished make. Trade ReviewOnce again Debbie has brought out an amazing book to add to her brilliant Half Yard collection. There are 40 springtime sewing projects to get cracking on. Some are taken from her previous Half Yard books plus an extra five projects to get your sewing machine on full power. This new book is packed full of ideas for every type of sewing fanatic, from small projects to more challenging ones but nothing too difficult to make. Debbie has a excellent way of explaining step-by-step instructions for even the newest convert to easily follow. I am looking forward to making the new additions from this book. -- Jane Thickett * Half Yard Sewing Club Member *I thought I had every single one of Debbie's books but I then came across this one while I was browsing sewing books. I am so glad that I found it as there are so many good and practical projects to make. I also found that this particular book seems to be a lot bigger than some of the other ones in this collection, which is unbelievably good value for money. -- Sarah-Anne Hook * Amazon Customer Review *This new book, just by its cover, implies that the inspiration inside is 'fresh' and is inviting you to make something new and different from what you normally would. In the opening pages Debbie has given tips for complete beginners plus more pages of advice regarding every project in this book. The book is split into four sections so there is something for everyone from bag making to a garment protector to gardeners kneeling pad to name a few. I'm more of a visual learner and am thrilled that not only are the instructions written very clearly but there are photographs to go with every stage of your make. Before you know it you will have made a list of what you would like to make to gift to friends and family as well as for yourself. Happy sewing, I know I will be. -- Penelope Mason * Half Yard Sewing Club Member *Debbie has chosen her favourite spring designs from her Half Yard series, including five new projects. Each item needs only half a yard of outer fabric plus hardware, trimmings and lining. Every project has friendly, easy-to-follow instructions and lovely photos. * Machine Knitting Monthly *Table of ContentsIntroduction 15 Tips for the Complete Beginner Sewing Kit Before You Start Projects Spring Days Out Templates & Index 

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Book SynopsisThat Handmade Touch showcases Svetlana Sotak's talent for creating everyday essentials with signature style through the use of thoughtful fabrics, clean patchwork, and precise construction techniques. Sotak believes in the spirit of generous living and sharing her love of sewing through her popular online tutorials and Craftsy class. Now, in her first book, she teaches you how to create your own cohesive, sophisticated projects, to make for yourself or to gift to someone special. Struggling to select just the right fabrics for your sewing projects? Sotak has you covered by including a detailed discussion of colour, texture, and fabric weight for each project as well as exploring what types of fabrics to use in each project element, including working with small touches of leather. Beautiful projects range from small to large and feature quilt-as-you-go, basic piecing, and expert bag-making instructions to achieve a polished professional finish to every project. Accessories projects include clutches, pouches, and bags; home decor projects include a quilt, baskets, and cushions. With Svetlana Sotak's guidance, you can create delightful sewing projects that will rival what you can find at any upscale boutique. Uncover your own signature style with That Handmade Touch.Trade ReviewLooking to hone your sewing skills? Take notes from Svetlana Sotak whose talent for creating everyday essentials comes from her thoughtful use of fabrics, clean patchwork, and precise construction techniques. Now, in her first book, she passes on her expertise in projects ranging from quilts, baskets, accessories, and home decor. See the full list of Martha Stewart's craft book recommendations here. -- Martha Stewart * 9 Crafty Books We're Reading in 2019 *New from online sensation Svetlana Sotak, That Handmade Touch showcases the author's talent for creating everyday essential using thoughtful fabrics, clean patchwork and precise construction. The book features more than 20 sewing projects including a quilt, baskets and cushions. There's also useful advice on colour, texture and fabric weight for each design. The retail prices is £23.99. * Craft Focus *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the best-selling The Overlocker Technique Manual now comes The Coverstitch Technique Manual. 'Julia is an excellent teacher and totally demystifies the world of the coverstitch machine. She gently takes you step by step through the functionalities of the machine and then gives you some easy projects to put into practice what you have learnt. I would highly recommend this book to anybody who owns or is thinking of buying a coverstitch machine.' Josie Hawes - founder of Fabric Godmother Aimed at sewers of all abilities, this is the perfect guide to help you get the most out of your coverstitch machine. Use it for hemming and finishing garment openings, especially when working with stretch fabrics. Create seams, stitch corners, finish necklines and other raw edges, and make decorative stitches. Jam-packed with useful information, Julia shows you how to set up your machine, how to adjust the settings and how to finish and secure ends. Comprehensive step-by-step instructions and photographs demonstrate the essential stitches and sewing techniques. From stabilizing fabrics to finishing cuffs and necklines, this book covers it all! Put these skills into practice to create a simple summer dress, gift bag, table runner, bikini, washbag and more. The coverstitch machine is so versatile! The troubleshooting section equips you with strategies and hints for fixing mistakes. There is also a buyer’s guide to different coverstitch machines, to help you select the right machine for you.Trade ReviewThis is the perfect guide, for sewers of all abilities, to get the most out of a machine. Create seams, stitch corners, finish, necklines and other raw edges and make decorative stitches. Look out for Julia's equally useful Overlocker Technique Manual. -- Machine Knitting Monthly * Machine Knitting Monthly *This takes you through understanding what the machine does, and the difference between this and overlockers, through equipment and threading, to techniques and projects. Instructions are accompanied by clear pictures. It helped me see where all sorts of projects could be enhanced by using the machine and there are lots of things to practice to help you gain confidence. One to refer to over and over. -- Heather Haigh * Amazon *I wish this book had been around when I first got my coverstitch machine, it would have been such a help. Well presented book with clear photos and easy-to-follow instructions covering setting up your machine and maintaining it, explaining all the techniques you can achieve with a coverstitch using a host of stitches and fabrics and some great projects to try out the skills you learn. Many people think a coverstitch machine is 'just for hemming' this book shows you how much more you can get from your machine. I've had my machine a few year but found it very informative and I will keep this book next to my machine for future reference. -- Bernadette McGowan * Amazon *I'm new to sewing with a coverstitch machine and found this so useful. The projects look great and the techniques and pictures make it easy to understand. All that's needed now is time to practice! -- Cheryl Dawe * Amazon *Search Press really know what they're doing with their manuals - always well laid out, beautifully photographed and full of useful hints, tips and information. This book is no exception to this rule and guides you through every aspect of using a coverstitch machine. From how to thread it, clean it and maintain it all the way through to a selection of projects this is an extremely comprehensive manual. Whether you are a novice or experienced machinist there will be something here for you, I'm sure I'll be referring to it again and again. -- Angela L Paul * Amazon *Table of ContentsIntroduction 6 Coverstitch machine basics 8 Stitches 54 Techniques 66 Projects 142 Quick and easy gift bag 144, The Brighton skirt 146, Buenavista beach wrap 150, Santorini summer dress 154, The Hove skirt 160, Weekend in Whitby washbag 166, The Cambridge table runner 170, Belle Mare bikini 174 Useful information 180 Buyer’s guide 180, Troubleshooting 182, Guide to fabrics and machine settings 186, Maintenance 188 Glossary 190 Index 192

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Book SynopsisThis is the first UK edition of the cult darning book by Hikaru Noguchi who has become a guru of visible darning in Japan. With 12 different darning techniques and 63 inspirational examples, this detailed step by step guide makes the methods easy to follow.The stylish photography shows off the artistic and minimalist style of the designer's work.

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Book SynopsisAdd warmth and texture to your home with wool appliqué. Sewing in the popular folk-art style, you’ll stitch fifteen projects, including thirteen heirloom-worthy table mats and two versions of an Advent calendar, on a cotton or wool base. Learn how reverse appliqué brings depth and colour to your handwork without the bulk of additional layers. This guide offers advice on choosing and using wool (even scraps!), plus valuable techniques and tips for wool hand stitchers.

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Book SynopsisCreate adorable animal applique with this sweet and whimsical hand-quilting patchwork pattern book. From favorite critters like perky penguins, smiling lions and gangly giraffes to unexpected friends like jellyfish, vultures and a unicorn, this book includes an animal for each letter of the alphabet. In Charming Quilted Animals, world-renowned quilt artist Yoko Saito shows you how to:Make over 40 different animal appliquesCreate 26 animal patchesfrom A-ZIncorporate the animals in 25 unique projectsImplement essential quilting techniquesMake fun items like a tapestry incorporating all the animals, a clasp purse, pin cushion, accessory tray, pencil case and tote bag for the kids in your lifeor the kid in you! This charming collection of designs is accessible to quilters of all skill levels. A generous how-to section with photographic illustrations takes you through the basics of hand quilting, while instructions and diagrams for each project show you how to assemble your pieces fro

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Book SynopsisSewing Techniques for Theatre: An Essential Guide for Beginners distills the intimidating art of sewing down into simple, quick, and effective lessons to prepare readers for an entry-level position in a costume shop. The lessons follow an hour-by-hour structure, offering detailed instructions to creating 11 sewing samples, a scrub shirt, and a tote bag. Embedded in the projects' directions are lecture materials on safety, irons, fabric, and patterns. With a wealth of hands-on exercises, review questions, photographs, and step-by-step instructions for compiling a portfolio, this guide teaches aspiring costume technicians about the culture and machinery of the costume shop, and equips them with the necessary skills to begin their career as members of a costume shop team.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction 1. Introduction to the Costume Shop, Shop Safety, Fabric, Introduction to the Overlock Sewing Machine, Introduction to the Portfolio 2. Overlock Machine, Sewing Notions, Irons, Right and Wrong Side of Fabric, Hemming Stitches 3. Introduction to Sewing Machines, Maching Stitching Projects, Curved Seams, Dart 4. Introducing the Scrub Shirt, Constructing the Shirt, Finishing the Neck Edge, Pinning and Attaching the Sleeves, Hemming the Sleeves 5. Tote Bag, Portfolio Master Supply List Chapter Review Answers Index

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewEasy to follow. Nice graphics, visual imagery and layout of pages. Another excellent offering from Basics Fashion Design range - Complimentary to fashion design use. * Jayne Littlehales, Staffordshire College, UK *Table of ContentsChapter one: Planning Planning the project Essential equipment Lockstitch Machine accessories/ lockstitch needle Sewing threads Activity 1: Basic seams Troubleshooting Interview 1: Mada Van Gaans Chapter two: Preparation Design interpretation Crucial measurements Shaping Fabric types and selection Pressing and steaming Sample folio Activity 2: Needle control Activity 3: Curved seams Troubleshooting Interview 2: Ada Zanditon Chapter three: Closures Zips Buttons and buttonholes Hooks and eyes and press studs Sample portfolio – recording/reviewing the process Activity 4: Inserting a zip into a seam Troubleshooting Interview 3: Jonathan Jepson Chapter four: Professional finishing Behind the scenes Interview 3: Yvonne Lin Interview 4: Emma Hardstaff Interview 5: Funmilayo Deri Interview 6: Louise Bennetts Case study 1: Elie Saab Chapter five: Toile/muslin/prototype development Fit model/mannequin/form Form and silhouette Garment balance Making alterations Deconstruction and reconstruction Developing your own portfolio Texture Darts Sleeves Collars and cuffs Pockets Case study 2: Victoria Whittaker Interview 7: Léa Peckre Chapter six: Innovation within industry Introduction to technology Technology vs. traditional methodsFuture textiles Conclusion; Glossary of sewing terms; Online resources; Bibliography; Index;Acknowledgements and picture credits

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Book SynopsisChristmas at Cowslip is a compilation of the best festive sewing projects from Jo Colwill's two books Cushions and Quilts and Patchwork Quilts and Gifts. This collection of festive projects is the perfect resource for all your seasonal sewing.

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Book SynopsisA Guide to Fashion Sewing, 7th Edition, provides a comprehensive fashion sewing resource for beginning and advanced sewers alike. Readers will learn how to assemble and construct designs of various styles using proven industry methods for more than 100 sewing applications. Chapters cover everything from sewing equipment, measurements, and fabric selection to actual garment assembly. Filled with easy to follow, step-by-step instructions and large, clear illustrations, this book is an indispensable resource for constructing quality garments. Accompanying video demonstrations help readers learn at their own pace for basic sewing skills and techniques such a seams, darts, bias binding, zipper, and garment assembly.New to this Edition:- Discusses sustainable fabrics- Addresses the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic as it pertains to the fashion industry- Includes troubleshooting tip box which covers common pitfalls and how best to work around themSTUDIO FeatuTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements 1. The Sewing Machine and Sewing Equipment 2. Identifying Fashion Fabrics Equipment 3. Body Types and Size Charts 4. Planning a Design and Selecting Fabric 5. Method to This Madness 6. Stitches 7. Seams 8. Darts 9. Pleats and Tucks 10. Bias and Bias Treatments 11. Sewing with Knits 12. Zippers 13. Pockets 14. Sleeves 15. Collars 16. Necklines 17. Facings 18. Linings 19. Tailoring 20. Waistlines 21. Hems 22. Closures Glossary of Sewing Terms Appendix A: Project Checklists Appendix B: Pattern Blocks Appendix C: Yardage Conversion Table Appendix D: Fabric Resources Index Video Contents: Lesson One: The Sewing Machine and Sewing Equipment Lesson Two: Seams Lesson Three: Darts Lesson Four: Bias and Bias Treatment Lesson Five: Zippers Lesson Six: Planning a Design and Selecting Fabric Lesson Seven: Garment Sewing Process

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Book SynopsisBeautifully styled and exquisitely detailed, this compendium of techniques will give you all the skills you need to make individual furnishings for your own home. Each technique is explained with clear step-by-step instructions and photographs, then applied to a range of pretty contemporary projects.Working through these will help you to learn and practise sewing skills, which you can then use to make all sorts of other projects, specially designed to suit your own windows, chairs, tables and beds. The early techniques are aimed at complete beginners and teach simple skills, such as pinning, cutting and making seams. Later techniques introduce slightly more complex skills, including hems, curved seams, casings, borders, linings and decorative touches such as edging, frills, ruching and tassels.This book provides everything the home sewer needs to make beautiful, stylish and individual projects to enhance every room of the house.

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