Sew Step by Step: More than 200 Essential Techniques for Beginners

Smith MBE, Alison

ISBN 10: 140536212X / ISBN 13: 9781405362122

Published by DK, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Sew Step by Step: More than 200 Essential Techniques for Beginners
• Publisher: DK
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 140536212X
• ISBN 13: 9781405362122
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 940 grams

About this title

Synopsis

This title offers essential techniques for making your own clothes and soft furnishings. Need to learn how to shorten a hemline? Keen to make some cushion covers or a simple tunic dress? "Sewing Step-by-Step" will come to your rescue. All the essential basic techniques and tools are clearly explained so you can start sewing with confidence. With all the information and guidance you need to get going, this book is sure to whet your creative appetite and leave you equipped and inspired to make beautiful, personal pieces. Packed with easy-to-follow techniques, from sewing on a button to personalising a garment, "Sewing Step-by-Step" brings these traditional, practical, and artistic crafts right up to date with advice on contemporary styles and new materials. This is the most compact, concise, yet comprehensive introduction to sewing techniques and tools for the beginner and beyond.

About the Author

Alison set up her own shop, Fabulous Fabric, and sewing school, the Alison Victoria School of Sewing, near her home in Leicestershire. Her school is the largest independent sewing school in England and offers courses and workshops on all aspects of sewing. Alison is a regular contributor to Sewing World magazine, and has appeared on the ITV television series Ladette to Lady teaching dressmaking skills.