A Beginner's Guide to Machine Sewing: 50 Lessons and 15 Projects to Get You Started - Softcover

Collinet, Clementine

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844489965 ISBN 13: 9781844489961

Publisher: Search Press, 2014

Synopsis

Learn how to get the most out of your sewing machine with this comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide. There are 15 gorgeous projects to make including cushions, shoulder bags, soft toys and quilts. Full-size, fold-out patterns accompany the designs and 50 illustrated step-by-step lessons will guide you through all you need to get started. This book is a fantastic resource for those new to machine sewing and a great source of inspiration and ideas for more experienced sewers.

About this title

About the Author

Clémentine Collinet has been a professional childrens illustrator producing pictures, games and books for toddlers for over 15 years. About 10 years ago she discovered the wonderful world of fabrics and began designing and making soft toys, mobiles and other toys for children. Clémentine is inspired by fabrics and enjoys creating personalised gifts and designs for others.

Review

September 2014 This handy guide contains 50 lessons and 15 simple projects to get you started on your sewing journey. Ideal for beginners this book guides you through the preparation needed with details about using a sewing machine, the equipment you will need and a glossary of commonly used sewing terms. It has full sized, fold-out patterns and basic step-by-step instructions to guide you through each project. The lessons lead up to projects using the techniques you have just learnt and they increase gradually in complexity. The projects range from simple cushions and bags to more sophisticated clothes, toys and quilts and being able to make projects as you work through the lessons will really boost your confidence as well as making the learning process much more fun! * SEWING WORLD * May 14 Getting the best from your sewing machine is made easy with this book. There are 15 projects and full-size, fold-out patterns too. The lessons are illustrated and step-by-step so this is fool-proof for beginners. The projects are simple, practical and useful. Learn all about your sewing machine and sew simple items. * Karen Platt Yarnsandfabrics.co.uk/crafts * September/ October 2014 Aimed at the beginner, this is the perfect introduction to the world of sewing. After chapters on basic equipment, there are fifty lessons covering all the skills necessary to proceed on to making the exciting projects that follow. Full size pull-out patterns are included, with full step by step instructions, ensuring satisfying results for all. This is the perfect book for the novice sewer wishing to expand their knowledge, especially useful with the current trend of home sewing. Excellent value for money. * East Kent Embroiderer's Guild *

Edition details

• Publisher: Search Press
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1844489965
• ISBN 13: 9781844489961
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 160