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Author
Publisher
C & T Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
2010
Physical Desc
128 p. : coll. ill. ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
This classy and clever book has everything a beginner needs, plus it's an essential reference guide for even the most experienced sewers. Learn how to make different kinds of seams, hems, fasteners and bindings, as well as when and why to use each kind. Find your perfect signature style with fanciful finishing techniques like ruffles, pleats, ribbons and appliqué.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
2017
Physical Desc
143 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm + 2 stitching cards
Language
English
Description
As makers, we tend to learn different stitches over time without thinking much about how they relate to one another. But when Natalie Chanin and her Alabama Chanin and The School of Making teams began to look at needlework closely, they realized all stitches are based on geometric grid systems-and by using grids as guides, they could make learning stitches, even seemingly elaborate ones, as easy as child's play.
In The Geometry of Hand-Sewing Chanin...
Author
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Pub. Date
c2012
Physical Desc
186 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents a guide to working with recycled materials such as linen, burlap and wool. Shows 28 projects with deconstruction techniques, sewing tips and information about their environmental impact. Projects include totes, lunch sack, scarf, onion sack, skirt, bin and many more.
Author
Publisher
Wiley Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
176 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm. + 10 patterns (38 x 46 cm., folded to 19 x 16 cm.)
Language
English
Description
Admired fabric designer Anna Maria Horner draws on her passion for art, sewing, and textiles to inspire one-of-a-kind projects
Anna Maria Horner's signature style combines the techniques of a seasoned sewer with the vision of an artist. In Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing, she walks you through the fundamentals, offering practical advice on everything from fabric selection to color choices to choosing and buying a sewing machine. Simple...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Formats
Description
This essential handbook offers detailed, step-by-step instructions that cover the basics of sewing costumes (which often require skills not found in standard sewing guides) to help even the most novice sewists create the costumes of their dreams. A skilled crafter and avid cosplayer, Gillian Conahan walks readers through finding inspiration online and through their fandom; shares insight into translating character art into real-world garments; and...
Author
Publisher
C & T Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
111 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm + 1 folded pattern sheet.
Language
English
Description
"This book features 15 projects for a wide variety of sewing organizers. The patterns are designed to work together, so small projects fit into larger ones. Make for yourself or as gifts. Detailed concepts will include information on installing zippers, alternative fastenings, sewing with vinyl, making three-dimensional shapes, and the different types of interfacings that can be used and how these can transform your projects."--
Author
Publisher
Creative Publishing international
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
144 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"This book teaches everything you need to know about sewing knit fabrics - from choosing patterns to laying out designs, to sewing and adding embellishments and closures"--
Author
Publisher
Wiley Pub., Inc
Pub. Date
c2011
Physical Desc
vii, 136 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm. + 8 folded pattern sheets.
Language
English
Description
"24 sewing projects to dress newborn to 7-year-old boys in style. ... You'll get instruction and guidance on numerous techniques to add longevity to each pattern--not just for the boy who grows too quickly, but also for his little brother or cousin to wear and cherish later"--P. [4] of cover.
Author
Publisher
C&T Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
192 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
From best-selling author Judith Baker Montano Globally recognized needlework expert Judith Baker Montano shares 180 stitches and 70 combinations in this must-have stitch guide featuring the best from Elegant Stitches and Floral Stitches. With even more traditional embroidery stitches, silk ribbon stitches, and crazy quilting combinations, this beautiful handbook has an updated section of free-form inspiration for improvisational work. With full-color...
Author
Publisher
Book presentations
Pub. Date
[1943]
Physical Desc
vi, [4], [13]-319 p. illus. (part col.) diagrs. 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
This useful book provides a complete guide to sewing. With forty-five chapters including 'The A B C's of Stitches - Basic Instructions in Sewing', 'Embroidery and Applique', 'How to Make Coats and Jackets' and 'How to Make Curtains', this book will prove itself invaluable in any home.
Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing Co., Inc
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
310 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm + 1 CD-ROM (color ; 4 3/4 in.)
Language
English
Description
The skill level is basic, and there's a complete sewing primer included, with recommendations for basic tools, step-by-step instruction, a guide to fabrics, and a sizing reference chart. Includes 36 downloadable patterns on CD.
Author
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc
Pub. Date
c2012
Physical Desc
178 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm. + patterns (5 folded sheets)
Language
English
Description
A book with clear instructions and full-color photos merges sewing and quilting techiniques into 20 chic proejcts so that even beginners can accomplish them.
Author
Publisher
Landauer Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
120 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"Anyone can learn how to create these thoughtful projects with a purpose, which can be easily made and then gifted or donated to those who need them most! Sewing Face Masks, Scrub Caps, Arm Slings, and More features 14 easy and intentional sewing projects that range in difficulty and are thoughtful, practical, and important. From face masks and scrub caps to a wheelchair caddy, arm sling, fidget blanket, adult bib, lap quilt, tab blankie, and so much...
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Griffin
Pub. Date
[2014]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
168 pages : colored illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Get your game on with fifty fun fleecy projects
Fleece is a super fabric-available in a ton of colors, prints, and types. There's blizzard fleece, micro fleece, and the newer cuddler fleece-there are SEW many types to choose from. With so much product to choose from in the fabric stores, particularly team-licensed prints for favorite professional sports teams and many university and high school teams, the time is right for a guidebook that addresses...
Author
Publisher
Stashbooks, an imprint of C & T Publishing
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
175 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Whether you're moving into a new home, launching a home makeover, or just sprucing up a room, this book, At Home With Modern June, by Kelly McCants, provides plenty of ideas on how to infuse individuality into every room in the house. The 27 budget-friendly projects have a retro style and use materials such as oilcloth, laminated cotton, and chalk cloth in addition to quilter's cotton. Easy-to-follow instructions and helpful photographs guide you...
Author
Publisher
C&T Publishing
Pub. Date
2013.
Physical Desc
128 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm. + 2 folded sheets of patterns.
Language
English
Description
Offers instructions on sewing an A-line skirt, shares alternative projects made from the same pattern, and discusses the equipment needed to create them.
Author
Publisher
C & T Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
127 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
Sew seventeen projects, from bags and accessories to home decor. Learn how easy it is to work with cork fabric from the designer behind Sallie Tomato, Jessica Kapitanski. --Publisher
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