Bend-the-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew - Softcover

Karol, Amy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0307347214 ISBN 13: 9780307347213

Publisher: Potter Craft, 2007

Synopsis

Author Amy Karol, whose Angry Chicken is one of the best-loved craft blogs on the Web, brings stitchers everywhere a down-to-earth introduction to sewing, including thirty projects so adorable and cool they’ll inspire anyone to pick up a needle and thread.

Written with Amy’s characteristic warmth and flair, you’ll find information on basic equipment and supplies, advice on choosing and using fabrics, and a fantastic section on techniques. In addition, Amy walks readers through easy, inspiring patterns designed for the fashion-savvy crafter. Playful, modern projects, which include pillows, aprons, and purses, help novices master sewing skills while providing immediate sewing gratification—and confidence. Best of all, Amy explains what’s easy, what’s hard, and when not to sweat the small stuff.

With its best-friend tone, solid reference section, and supercute projects, this is the introduction to sewing that you won’t want to be without.

About this title

About the Author:

Amy Karol is a trained interior designer, artist, seamstress, and self-professed fabric junkie. Find her popular craft blog, Angry Chicken, on her website at www.amykarol.com.

About this edition

• Publisher: Potter Craft
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0307347214
• ISBN 13: 9780307347213
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144