School Needlework: A Course of Study in Sewing Designed for Use in Schools (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Olive C. Hapgood

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331415895 ISBN 13: 9780331415896

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Learn practical sewing with a clear, student-friendly course you can use in school or at home. This non-fiction guide offers a gentle, step-by-step approach to the art of sewing, teaching essential skills and safe habits for beginner and intermediate students. It covers tools, fabric, and the everyday techniques that help you complete simple garments, project pieces, and mending tasks with confidence.

Designed as a course of study, the book presents practical directions, routine care, and ready-to-use tips that help you stay organized and accurate. From selecting materials to finishing touches, it emphasizes clean hands, good posture, and careful handling of needles, thread, and fabric. The focus is on building reliable habits and enjoyable, durable results.

• How to assemble a basic sewing kit and organize your workspace


• Fundamental stitches, threading, and needle handling for neat, even work


• Guidance on cutting, hemming, and finishing edges with care


• Practical routines for putting away supplies and reviewing your work

Ideal for readers new to sewing or studying homeeonomics, this edition supports independent practice and classroom learning alike.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331415895
• ISBN 13: 9780331415896
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 264