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  • Hardcover: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Reader's Digest (25 Jul 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0762104201
  • ISBN-13: 978-0762104208
  • Product Dimensions: 29.7 x 23.9 x 3.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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This volume provides the guidance you need to sew successfully, whatever your level of skill. Comprehensive step-by-step instructions cover everything from cutting out patterns to making sleeves and fitting zips, and are accompanied by thousands of colourful illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. This encyclopaedia of sewing includes detailed directions, practical advice, time-saving tips, essential techniques, and hundreds of creative touches to bring out the best in your needlework. There are 20 projects to help you put into practice what you have learned, with ideas for creating clothes and home accessories in classic styles, which can be easily adapted to changing trends.
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117 of 117 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Now this is good!, 12 April 2005
By C. C. Chivers "ccchivers" (UK) - See all my reviews
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I have bought a couple of other sewing books on Amazon, but neither compare to this one. The so-called Encyclopedia of sewing is barely a third the size of this book. This particular book is comprehensive, detailed and exactly what one expects and needs in order to be successful at a project. There are 20 projects each centred on a particular theme as is each chapter e.g. hems, buttons, collars or quilting and include items for men, women, children and the house. This is a REAL Encycolopedia. Get this book first and others to supplement.
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60 of 60 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent reference book, 18 May 2007
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Contrary to what other reviewers have said, I wouldn't recommend this book for total beginners - it assumes that you already know the basics of setting up and using a sewing machine, cutting out a pattern, pinning things together, etc. These things may sound obvious, but they certainly weren't to me at first! If you really are starting from scratch and would like a book that'll hold your hand with that sort of thing, this isn't the one for you yet. However, if you're already OK with the absolute basics (or aren't afraid to ask the internet!) and are looking to make the move from practising with cushion covers to making clothes, then this book is a must-have.

Although I can't imagine ever sitting down and reading the whole thing, I've found it absolutely invaluable for looking up particular techniques or bits of jargon when I'm dealing with less-than-clear patterns. The instructions and diagrams are clear and useful, and I particularly appreciate the alternative techniques that it suggests for certain fiddly or complicated bits. And it's not just good for sewing techniques - the book is full of other useful stuff, including a guide to different fabrics and what they are used for and a fantastic section on altering patterns to fit your shape.

All in all, this book thoroughly deserves five stars. Admittedly, the sewing patterns that it comes with aren't much cop and you'll probably never need to use some sections, but the quality of the instructions and the thoroughness of the descriptive sections can't be beat. It's a great investment, and you'll be referring to this book for years to come.
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97 of 98 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is brill!!!!!, 12 Nov 2005
Well I can't fault this book, it covers everything!! If you are a complete beginner it's great,if you have experience but want to know how to do something more complex it's brilliant. It covers everything, sewing by hand, with machine, patterns and their markings (what they mean etc), fastenings (all types), how to alter clothes, make curtains etc has little projects you can do as you make your way through the book. Is a great reference. Has brilliant pictures and is easy to understand. It's definately great value for money and it's hardback so will stand up to years of wear and tear - this book will be well used!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars sewing
this book is excellent, i wouldnt be without it as i am brand new to making clothes and following patterns i wouldnt have been able to read the patterns never mind trying to make... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Sewing/Craft person's bible
A real "MUST" for all who enjoy Needlecraft.Newcomers and Professionals alike.All procedures are explained in depth and in layman's terms both with text and... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars New Complete Guide to Sewing
The book was a Christmas present so not read by the me. HOwever, it did seem to be very comprehensive and was a great success as a present.
Published 4 months ago by L. Richardson

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Published 5 months ago by K. Reffell

2.0 out of 5 stars Very old fashioned styles of clothes and not enough home accessories
I was looking for a good all round sewing reference book with ideas of things to make for the home. This book has only a handful of home accessories - none of which i would want... Read more
Published 15 months ago by P. Mowatt

3.0 out of 5 stars Only if you need outdated outerwear
I would not recommend this book to anyone who wanted to sew modern up to date clothing. It seems to think that nobody wears underwear so simply excludes it entirely. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Sister Susie

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential if you sew!
I bought this as a reference after starting to sew again after a 15 year break. I can't rate this highly enough, it has everything beginners and more advanced dressmakers need,... Read more
Published on 15 Jan 2007 by Rosie's overworked maid

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT
This complete guide is a must for any new or old sewer.
My wife was so pleased to get rid of her old book she has had for 18 years which was second hand to start off... Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2006 by Mr. Mark P. Ackland

4.0 out of 5 stars Good started book
Overall this is a good book for beginners (like me) and professionals alike. It comes in so useful and covers everything from pattern drawing and alteration to sewing on buttons... Read more
Published on 23 Sep 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST BOOK FOR ALL LEVELS OF SEWING EXPERIENCE
I FOUND THIS BOOK MOST HELPFUL, IT HELPED ME OUT WHEN I WAS MOST STUCK. THE PICTURES AND DIAGRAMS ARE ALSO MOST HELPFUL. Read more
Published on 15 Sep 2003 by Dawn Sheppard

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