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Accessible, good-looking and jargon-free, this book contains everything you need to know to sew well using your sewing machine – and nothing more. There are no scary couture-type techniques that real sewers never use, no painstaking procedures that don’t actually make your sewing easier, or help it look better, and no complicated methods of doing anything. Instead you will find easy-to-understand, practical and decorative techniques that make sewing simple, even if you have never used a machine before. There are lots of clever tips plus shortcuts that can make things faster and easier to do, with clear advice on when you can use these speedy methods and when it really is better to do something the traditional way. Everything is illustrated with clear step-by-step photography and finished samples, with variation samples where appropriate. As well as techniques, there are some easy projects you can make on your sewing machine and although they are simple, they don’t skimp on style. About the author Kate Haxell learned sewing from her grandmother at a young age, creating eccentric outfits for her compliant dolls. After obtaining her art degree, she went to work for Country Living, then moved into book publishing and editing. Kate’s previous books include Decorative Knitting, The Seed Bead Book and First Knits. She lives in London.
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92 of 92 people found the following review helpful
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As a bloke with no sewing skills I found this book really good value. Not only does it tell and show you what things like seams and hems look like, but also how to set your 'generic' machine to sew them. It's a bit like a Haynes Manual - shows you before and after and also 'wrong' and 'right' sides. I have used it to alter trouser leg lengths and to make from a pattern, a dressing gown.
If you need one book either for yourself or as a present for someone buying or owning a sewing machine, this is it. Fancy techniques are no good unless the fundamentals are understood - the book excells at this. It is also very readable.
Recommended.
Ian, Hampshire
If you need one book either for yourself or as a present for someone buying or owning a sewing machine, this is it. Fancy techniques are no good unless the fundamentals are understood - the book excells at this. It is also very readable.
Recommended.
Ian, Hampshire
49 of 49 people found the following review helpful
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This is a great book for those new to sewing. It tells you the basics of using your sewing machine and all the sewing techniques that you may stumble across in patterns that you don't yet know how to do are explained clearly. It also tells you things such as what size needles to use on different types of fabrics and the difference between a seam and a hem. Some have marked the book down because they don't like the patterns at the back, but you don't get this book for the patterns, you get it because it will help you to become a more confident sewer, the fact that there are patterns is just an added bonus. I have gained a lot from having this book.
57 of 58 people found the following review helpful
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When I saw this book at Waterstones, I bought it straight away because the wordings of the book and pictures are so clear and very easy to understand. This book is great for beginners. Kate made sewing very easy, interesting and understanding to follow. The book shows you step by step on how to sew from the basics to the nearly "difficult", but with Kate's explaination it is easy peasy to follow. Good book and an all rounder!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great For Beginners
I've been making dog toys and beds for a while, but apart from a simple seam, I didn't have much skill with the sewing machine and loved the idea of making my own clothes. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Kim
Fantastic little book!!
I purchased this book as, although I'm not afraid of my sewing machine, I know I'm not getting the best out of it. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Clairol
Great book.
I bought my sewing machine a few years ago and only had a small pamphlet book that came with it. I bought this book to try and get to grips with my machine and to answer questions... Read more
Published 10 days ago by A.POD
Exactly what it claims to be - a beginner's guide!
I have recently been taking sewing classes, which are great because the tutor can show me how to do something. Read more
Published 22 days ago by Jellybean
Fantastic
Me & My Sewing Machine book is fantastic, written in plain english, easy to understand and has everything you need to know! Fantastic for beginners! =)
Published 1 month ago by Faye
Perfect for beginners
I ordered this book after looking at few which were aimed at beginners. It is a great read, easy to follow with simple instructions & pictures. Read more
Published 2 months ago by LahDiDah
So good I bought another copy for my sister!
Really clear and easy to use with lots of pictures to show you each step of the process. Highly recommended.
Published 3 months ago by missdee
Great choice for my 11 year old daughter
My 11 year old daughter has been wanting to haul the sewing machine out of the garage and "have a go" for ages! Read more
Published 4 months ago by sjs111
What a great idea! It's the perfect reference book.
I love this book SO much. I hadn't sewn anything for ten years, but felt like trying it out again and bought a few books off of amazon. Read more
Published 5 months ago by S. Richter
Excellent for beginners
This book explains sewing techniques really clearly and allows you to achieve much better results. Highly recommended, very good buy.
Published 6 months ago by AnnaE
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