The Sewing Book [Hardcover] Smith MBE Alison

This is your complete guide to sewing absolutely everything from altering clothes to home decor. Master every sewing technique in the book!Fully illustrated and easy to use this sewing book covers all the essential skills and techniques for successful hand and machine-sewing. It's a must-have for beginners and expert stitchers alike.Comprehensive step-by-step instructions cover everything from cutting out patterns to making sleeves and stitching hems. Accompanied by close-up photographs clear instructions and a glossary of sewing terminology to demystify even the trickiest technique. This book will help you advance from a sewing learner to a seasoned stitcher in no time.All the techniques and projects are graded by difficulty level from the simple and straightforward to the more complex and challenging ones. There are 10 new stylish projects to help you put into practice what you've learned. Explore in-depth descriptions on more than 100 tools 250 techniques and browse an updated visual directory of more than 50 fabrics.From basic sewing kits and cutting tools to measuring tools and marking aids this book will also help you get properly kitted out! Zoomed-in photographs of hand and machine tools show you the best equipment for the job and teaches you exactly how to use it.A Stitch in TimeThere have been over 375000 copies sold worldwide making this is the ultimate sewing book!We will guide you through every hand stitch machine stitch and sewing technique you'll ever need. We've included the best way to seam and hem and put in linings fasteners darts pleats and pockets and how to create necklines collars and sleeves so you can make your favourite bespoke outfits.Inside the pages of this sewing guide you'll find- Up-to-date techniques to help you master the art of sewing and develop your stitching skills.- How to choose and use today's sewing equipment fabrics and paper patterns.- 10 new projects for stylish homeware and clothing.- Step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions.|The only stitching reference you will ever need with step by-step photographs to show you how to sew absolutely everything.|The ultimate bible for stitchers.|This is the only sewing reference you will ever need with step-by-step photographs to show you how to sew absolutely everything!Whether you are sewing clothes making soft furnishings or doing alterations master every hand sewing and machine sewing technique with close-up photographs and clear instructions to demystify the trickiest techniques. Choose from 10 stylish projects to practise your skills. With in-depth coverage of tools techniques and fabric this is the ultimate sewing bible for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike.Fully illustrated and easy to use this sewing book covers all the essential skills and techniques for successful hand and machine-sewing. It's a must-have for beginners and expert stitchers alike.Comprehensive step-by-step instructions cover everything from cutting out patterns to making sleeves and stitching hems. Accompanied by close-up photographs clear instructions and a glossary of sewing terminology to demystify even the trickiest technique. This book will help you advance from a sewing learner to a seasoned stitcher in no time.Inside the pages of this sewing guide you'll find:- Up-to-date techniques to help you master the art of sewing and develop your stitching skills.- How to choose and use today's sewing equipment fabrics and paper patterns.- 10 new projects for stylish homeware and clothing.- Step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions.All the techniques and projects are graded by difficulty level from the simple and straightforward to the more complex and challenging ones. There are 10 new stylish projects to help you put into practice what you've learned. Explore in-depth descriptions on more than 100 tools 250 techniques and browse an updated visual directory of more than 50 fabrics. From basic sewing kits and cutting tools to measuring tools and marking aids this book will also help you get properly kitted out! Zoomed-in photographs of hand and machine tools show you the best equipment for the job and teaches you exactly how to use it.We will guide you through every hand stitch machine stitch and sewing technique you'll ever need. We've included the best way to seam and hem and put in linings fasteners darts pleats and pockets and how to create necklines collars and sleeves so you can make your favourite bespoke outfits. This is your complete guide to sewing absolutely everything from altering clothes to home decor. At DK we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there? If you like The Sewing Book why not try The Crochet Book and hone in on your creativity even more!|1: Introduction2: About this book3: TOOLS1: Sewing equipment2: Fabrics3: Patterns4: TECHNIQUES1: Stitch essentials2: Darts tucks pleats and gathers3: Facings and necklines4: Collars5: Waistlines belts and tie-backs6: Sleeves and sleeve finishes7: Pockets8: Hems and edges9: Fasteners10: Linings and interfacings11: Professional techniques12: Mending5: PROJECT PATTERNS1: Using the patterns section2: Patterns6: Glossary7: Index8: About the author and contributions