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A 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.

Elementary Sewing Skills: Do it once, do it well

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A super-stylish new handbook from Merchant & Mills containing all the answers to sewing’s most frequently asked questions. Providing an... Read more

    Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
    Publication Date: 17/07/2014
    ISBN13: 9781909397415, 978-1909397415
    ISBN10: 1909397415

    Number of Pages: 160

    Non Fiction , Home & Garden

    Description

    A 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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