Dressmaking

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Projects graded by difficulty level so as you can challenge yourself; whether you are a beginner, or looking for more advanced ideas Every technique is clearly demonstrated using color photos accompanied by detailed text, and the extensive fabric guide includes not only high resolution images, but also advice on what needle and which stitch to use for each different fabric type. There are also extensive chapters with detailed information about shaping garments with darts, seams and pressing techniques, various different ways of finishing edges, plus closures such as buttons and buttonholes. Each project is designed to take no more than 3 hours to complete, with color photos to help you every step of the way. The projects start easy and become progressively more complicated — starting with a simple pillowcase and finishing with a pleated purse and a quilt.

Full to bursting with over 100 inspiring projects for all skills levels, this book will appeal to any keen sewer. Written with first time sewers in mind, Sew Me! Sewing Basics: Simple Techniques and Projects for First-Time Sewers starts at the very beginning, explaining how to choose your first sewing machine, and basic techniques and shortcuts to transform you into a sewing diva in next to no time.The rest of the book is dedicated to helping sewers learn about cutting patterns, sewing seams, binding edges, gathering fabric, installing zippers and eyelets, and other essential sewing skills. A truly fun way to learn to sew, buy this book for yourself, or better yet buy it to share with your friends and learn together. One-Yard Wonders: 101 Sewing Projects The book includes numerous attractive home decor projects for you to complete, such as baby blankets [ how to sew, size guide], elastic waist pants and skirts, and T-shirts. Fully illustrated and easy to use, this updated dressmaking book covers all the essential skills and techniques you need to make timeless wardrobe staples. It's a must-have for beginners and expert stitchers alike.

Chapter 2 covers how to use the basic feet creatively, including the zigzag and zipper foot, buttonhole and button sewing foot, blind hem, hemmer, and overcast foot. The first chapter starts with the basics such as the anatomy of a sewing machine, must have tools, optional extras, and needles and thread. The New Complete Guide to Sewing is a first class reference book for beginners, students, intermediates and even experts. Sew Me! Sewing BasicsAlso included in the guide are 16 great projects to inspire you and get you started, such as oven mitts, grocery totes, and professional pillow covers. The Sewing Bible for Clothes Alterations

This is the only sewing reference you will ever need, with step-by-step photographs to show you how to sew absolutely everything! With the help of The Sewing Bible for Clothes Alterations on how to alter clothes, you’ll learn a whole array of clever skills to alter your clothes to a professional standard, but at minimum cost.This is, however, a pretty technical and text heavy book and the sheer amount of information is sometimes overwhelming, so it is best suited to more expert sewers who understand the complex terms and techniques described. How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns is suited to all skill levels — especially beginners — although sewers already experienced with patterns may find it less useful. School of Sewing: Learn it, Teach it, Sew Together The first section includes an introduction to dressmaking and dressmaking tools, followed by an in depth look at how to use a sewing machine correctly and the different styles of stitch you will need to master, plus information on garment components and how to take body measurements. The result is an engaging, user friendly book which helps the reader learn to sew by sharing the successes and problems encountered by this group of students during their time at sewing school.

Cheery, colorful photos illustrate the various projects in the book, with 6 full scale paper patterns with simple step-by-step instructions and additional help for more difficult techniques like sewing buttonholes. Aimed at total beginners with zero experience, this booklet also features an abundance of information regarding all the equipment you need on hand in your sewing kit to be ready to sew, including different needle, scissor, and thread types. The book opens with chapters detailing the equipment you will need, how to make the right decision when choosing fabrics, and extensive information about commercial patterns, including how to understand them, how to measure correctly, and how to pin, mark, and cut out your fabric ready to sew. Each project has been contributed by an experienced sewer, and each chapter contains projects of a particular type with a wide variety of varied projects for the home, for you and your kids, and even your pets, including laptop sleeves and jewelry rolls in ‘On the Go’, a bias skirt and summer sundress in ‘From Head to Toe’, and a cozy dog bed and walking coat in ‘Your Furry Friends’. Gertie’s Ultimate Dress Book

Armed with this know how, you’ll be able to create clothes using the patterns and illustrated instructions included in the second section, such as a straight skirt, gathered skirt, shift dress and sheath dress. Sew Me! is sure to give confidence to any new sewer — young or old — but will prove particularly popular with younger sewers and teens. Singer: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing If you are an intermediate sewer looking for mix and match vintage style sewing patterns you are sure to adore Gertie’s Ultimate Dress Book. The author of School of Sewing: Learn it, Teach it, Sew Together created the book based on her experiences of teaching group lessons to friends and acquaintances, all with little to no sewing skills who wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine. Each type of alteration is explained by breaking it down into 3 stages; pinning, preparing, and sewing, with step by step instructions and detailed diagrams for each stage.