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‘…comprehensive and well put together…’ (The Essential Guide to Sewing, 2009).
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The most complete guide to sewing basics
People are always looking for ways to cut expenses and be creative and stylish at the same time. Learning to sew is a great way to arm yourself with the skills to repair and create clothing and furnishings for yourself and your family for little to no cost. But learning how to sew and how to choose the tools and supplies to begin sewing can be confusing.
Now, you can turn to this hands–on, friendly guide for the most up–to–date information, the best techniques, and fun projects for learning (or brushing up on) the art of sewing.
- Easy–to–follow instructions and step–by–step illustrations make it easier to learn
- Fresh new patterns, projects, stitches, and techniques for fashion and the home
- Budget–conscious tips for breathing new life into existing garments
Complete with a section on common sewing mistakes and how to avoid them, Sewing For Dummies, 3rd edition gives you the confidence and know–how to sew like a pro.
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50 of 50 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book has to be the best sewing book I've found, I was after a something that would help me through some of my more challenging projects. This book has everything you need whether you're new to sewing or experienced, from all the basics, to more advance in tailoring, soft furnishings etc.
Straight forward explanations and clear diagram's make this this book easy to follow.
In my opinion, a copy should be in every sewers kit !
Straight forward explanations and clear diagram's make this this book easy to follow.
In my opinion, a copy should be in every sewers kit !
42 of 42 people found the following review helpful
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I cannot praise this book highly enough. If you are a complete novice, then this is the book for you. It takes you through all the basics, it even tells you how to thread a needle correctly. There is also humour in this book which I like, eg, "If you hear the word grain and think of oatmeal, you're not quite ready to lay out your pattern" I must also mention the reviewer "sarah" who did not like the greeting card made using buttons amongst other things. This was taken completely out of context, the reason for the card was to ease the beginner into using the sewing machine, and to get some practice sewing on buttons using the machines zigzag, also, cutting out half of the tissue paper Christmas tree shape, just as you would do with a pattern. It is much better to make a mistake on a card, rather than on some expensive fabric. One reviewer recommended buying "The complete book of sewing (needlecraft) by Alison Smith" Well, I did buy that particular book at the same time, and I have to say that for A COMPLETE BEGINNER I prefer this book. I am sure that when I progress, I will be very pleased with "The complete book of sewing" but for this rookie, "Sewing For Dummies" is perfect.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is great for beginner sewers and also for those with more experience that need a little help with certain techniques. Detailed and simple instructions given for all the techniques listed in the book. Covers a massive range of topics and has projects to be completed along the way. The only reason I am giving this book 4 stars is that I found the projects to be a little out-dated and more focused with home decor as opposed to clothing... but this is just personal preference really. Overall a great book, very handy to have.
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Sewing For Dummies
Very good book. As I have been looking for sewing classes in the Edinburgh area and was unable to find anything this book has been a god send. Read more
Published 2 months ago by socks
Good information but dull
Got this book because I really needed to claw back the ability to do the basic task of repairing/modifying grandchildrens school clothes etc. Read more
Published 4 months ago by E. M. M. Cartwright
Sewing help.
Very good. I now need the time to read it all through. I am in my 60s and have never done much sewing. Nice to have for quick reference.
Published 7 months ago by P. Anderson
No longer a dummy!
I'm useless with a sewing machine, even got banned from using them at school because I was so clumsy and kept breaking the things! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Kate
A must have book
A great book which covers everything you could wish to know. Really good to read through but even better to dip in and out of when tips and tricks are needed to complete a sewing... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Gem
An excellent gap filler for returners.
Most of us remember doing some sewing with mum or at school, and then wish we knew how to do all the other bits that we either forgot, or someone else did for us. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Kristin
kindle version
Has anyone got the kindle version of this? I have no room for more books, so I have a kindle. But I'd really like this, do the diagrams/pictures work in the e-version?
Published 15 months ago by Loulou
Does what it says on the tin!
As a complete beginner, I found this book fantastic! It gives all the basic essentials to get you sewing and breaks it in to simple steps to start making a variety of projects. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Amy Lou
easy sewing
found this book very jnformative it helped me a lot when working with different materials any problems encounted were quickly solved in the book.
Published 17 months ago by steve m.
Sewing for Dummies
It means what it says on the cover...but I aint no dummy. It breaks everything down for you and its so easy to understand. I love it.
Published 20 months ago by Twishika
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