Power Sewing Toolbox 2 (Tips & Techniques Not Found In Patterns)

Power Sewing Toolbox Volume 2 is a continuation of the sewing tips and techniques found in Volume 1. These books can be read in any order because each one will help you continue improving and mastering the craft of garment sewing. When Sandra Betzina decided to put her collection of tips together, she wanted the book to make sense to all levels of sewers and to be very easy to refer to. You can open this book to a tip and have it lay flat for easy reference. The books are written in a very straightforward and clear way with detailed photos and step-by-step instructions. There is a DVD included to better demonstrate the more in-depth techniques. Sewing Tips Chapters Include: Fabric Tips, Pre-shrinking Tips, Cutting Tips, Interfacing Tips, Zipper Tips, Collar Tips, Sleever Tips, Tips on Techniques, Hem Tips, Pressing Tips, Travel Tips, Wardrobe Tips and Care Tips Sewing Technique Chapters Include Stretch Tuile Mastery, Living Knit Pants, V-Neckline Finishing Strip, Lining The Sleeve, Sleeve Plackets Made Simple, Lining Without a Pattern, Miter Magic, World’s Easiest Welt Pockets and Fringe Secrets About Sandra Betzina Sandra Betzina, the “power” behind Power Sewing, is the author of ten books. She has produced a skill series of Power Sewing DVDs and also designs a full line of patterns for Vogue under the tab of Today’s Fit. Sandra hosted her own show, Sew Perfect, on HGTV for six years and now has a Web-TV show called Power Sewing, co-hosted with Ron Collins. Sandra is also a popular speaker and hosts several week-long Sewing Retreats San Francisco each year. About Power Sewing Power Sewing is sewing education at it's finest – original techniques developed by Sandra Betzina over her career. Power Sewing tips and techniques combine ready-to-wear and couture. The instructions are for experienced sewers who are looking to take their sewing to the next level with fine finishing, couture fit and unique details.