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Title: How to Sew : Manual of Hand Sewing Teaching All Varieties of Hand Stitches Used in Dressmaking (Classic Reprint)
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2016
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1333850573
ISBN 13: 9781333850579
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Weight: 0.17 pounds

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Master basic sewing with clear, step‑by‑step guidance you can use today.

This practical guide covers the core skills, tools, and stitches you need to finish garments with neat, durable results. From choosing the right scissors to finishing hems and seams, you’ll learn techniques that apply to a wide range of fabrics and projects.

The book presents easy, repeatable methods and illustrated examples to help you sew with confidence. It emphasizes keeping work tidy, taking consistent stitches, and choosing appropriate finishing touches for different fabrics.

Fundamental stitches and seams, including running stitches and back stitches, with tips for even, strong results
How to baste, hem, and finish edges, plus various hem styles and their uses
Guidance on buttonholes, button attachment, and staying threads for durability
How to handle fabric, choose scissors, and manage knotting and thread control for clean work

Ideal for readers new to sewing or revisiting essential techniques, this edition helps you build reliable habits and improve precision in everyday projects.

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