Download or read book Singer Complete Photo Guide to Sewing Revised Expanded Edition written by Editors of Creative Publishing and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing – Revised is the one reference every sewer needs. Its 352 pages and 1100 photographs cover every aspect of fashion and décor sewing. Sections include choosing the right tools and notions, using conventional machines and sergers, fashion sewing, tailoring, and home décor projects. Included are step-by-step instructions for basic projects like pillows, tablecloths, and window treatments. Sewers from beginners to the skilled will turn to this book again and again.
Download or read book Singer written by Creative Publishing International and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This complete sewing reference is the foundation of the Singer Sewing Library.
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Download or read book Singer The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing written by Nancy Langdon and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2017-11-21 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential one-stop sewing machine reference with hundreds of photos and diagrams, covering everything from fundamentals to advanced techniques. Discover the mysteries of your sewing machine! Learn ways to get the most out of your machine and attachments, the best tools to use, and how to sew with a variety of fabrics. Then dive into sewing techniques for beautiful garments and stunning home décor designs: Learn how to make and finish seams; lay out, cut, and mark patterns; sew bias strips; and make pillows, cushions, and piping. Get tips and techniques for serger sewing, and discover how to create serger seams and finishes. Tackle first-time sewing projects with confidence, and refresh your memory on favorite techniques. Boost your wardrobe by altering store-bought patterns for a perfect custom fit. Refresh your tabletop with gorgeous tablecloths, placemats, and napkins, and create impressive bed and bath accessories. Ready to build your sewing skills and achieve professional results? You’ll learn how to: Operate your sewing machine or serger like a pro Customize clothing with buttons, pockets, collars, and more Make buttonholes with ease Create seam finishes, make closures, and attach zippers Sew your own activewear Make slipcovers, pillowcases, and duvet covers, and more Packed with so much information, this valuable resource offers a lifetime of sewing success for all skill levels. Start your sewing journey today and see what amazing things you can create!
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting 2nd Edition written by Margaret Hubert and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2014-12 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting, 2nd Edition " comprehensive technique guide with 220 stitch patterns and 15 projects " is the one knitting reference ever yarn enthusiast should have.
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting written by Sarah Veblen and published by Creative Publishing international. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting is the ultimate reference for fitting test garments and transferring accurate adjustments to patterns. No matter what size or shape you are, wearing garments that fit perfectly makes you look and feel better. Rather than making commonly accepted changes to a commercial pattern, the method presented in this guide focuses on the way a test garment fits the body. The fabric is manipulated to improve the fit, and then those specific changes are made to the pattern. The result: patterns that fit perfectly! With The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting, you'll learn: The importance of a fitting axis and how to use it during a fitting How to recognize fitting issues, such as drag lines and folds How to manipulate fabric to solve common and unusual fitting problems How to transfer the fitting changes to your pattern easily Basic pattern-making skills to ensure accurate alterations See the fitting process from start to finish on basic garments, fitted on real people. Then follow fitting solutions on different body types. Hundreds of large color photos illustrate the techniques and concepts in simple step-by-step instructions. With these lessons, you will get the perfect fit for any body.
Download or read book First Time Sewing written by Creative Publishing international and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learning how to sew has never been simpler with this guide to basic techniques and projects for both hand and machine! Like having a personal instructor at your side, this beginner’s guide teaches you to sew stitches both by hand and with a machine. Filled with detailed descriptions of materials and tools, the easy step-by-step instructions for all the basic sewing techniques will have you creating projects like aprons, pillows, and even pants and shorts in no time. These simple projects will introduce essential sewing skills like hems, seams, balancing tension, and how to use a pattern: Rectangular table cloth Knife-edge pillows Zipper closures Baby blanket Elastic-waist skirts Elastic-waist pants T-shirts Apron with pockets Unlined jackets With First Time Sewing, you’ll soon be stitching amazing gifts and projects with confidence!
Download or read book Me and My Sewing Machine written by Kate Haxell and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2010-05-16 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This jargon-free, fully illustrated guide to using your sewing machine explains essential techniques and offers easy projects for getting started. Straightforward and accessible, Me and My Sewing Machine contains everything you need to know to get the most out of your sewing machine. There are no intimidating specialty techniques, painstaking procedures, or complicated methods. Instead you will find easy-to-understand, practical and decorative techniques that make sewing simple, even if you have never used a machine before. Author and professional crafter Kate Haxell shares clever tips and shortcuts, as well as 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 step-by-step photography and finished samples. Haxell also includes easy sewing projects that are simple without skimping on style.
Download or read book Singer Complete Photo Guide to Sewing Revised Expanded Edition written by Editors of Creative Publishing and published by Creative Publishing int'l. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing – Revised is the one reference every sewer needs. Its 352 pages and 1100 photographs cover every aspect of fashion and décor sewing. Sections include choosing the right tools and notions, using conventional machines and sergers, fashion sewing, tailoring, and home décor projects. Included are step-by-step instructions for basic projects like pillows, tablecloths, and window treatments. Sewers from beginners to the skilled will turn to this book again and again.
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Cake Decorating written by Autumn Carpenter and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2012-02 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all of the most popular cake decorating techniques, including piped frosting, fondant, and hand modeled figures. For each technique, there is an overview of the tools and materials used and complete instructions with photos. The organization provides easy access to information with step-by-step directions and 600 full-color photos for clear understanding. Easy projects allow the reader to try the techniques in each section. Galleries of decorated cakes by various artists offer the reader examples and inspiration to pursue the hobby for themselves.
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Felting written by Ruth Lane and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2012-08 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This richly illustrated how-to book is a comprehensive reference for various felting techniques, including needle felting, wet felting, and nuno felting. With these easy-to-follow, step-by-step directions and hundreds of full-color photos, you’ll be able to explore these easy projects that provide fun opportunities for you to try the techniques. Galleries of unique felted designs and creations by renowned fabric artists act as beautiful examples and inspiration to pursue the hobby yourself.
Download or read book Sew Your Own Wardrobe written by Alison Smith and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-02-09 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is your complete guide to dressmaking, from designing, creating, and customizing your clothes. Master every dressmaking technique in the book! Fully illustrated and easy to use, this 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. Fed up with fast fashion and keen to make your own clothes? This is the ultimate dressmaking guide for absolute beginners. Comprehensive, step-by-step guides and dressmaking patterns cover everything from choosing the perfect fabric for any project to trying your hand at a range of machine-sewing techniques. Inside the pages of this sewing book you’ll discover: • Step-by-step instructions and techniques, accompanied by clear, full-color photography • Thorough sections on tools and equipment, to help the reader choose the right items for each project • 13 downloadable patterns for skirts, dresses, trousers, tops, and jackets that can be used to create 31 different garments • Over 80 techniques, including how to cut out a pattern, machine stitch, and hand stitch Accompanied by close-up photographs, clear instructions, and a glossary of dressmaking terminology to demystify even the trickiest technique. This book will help you advance from a sewing learner to a seasoned stitcher in no time. Zoomed-in photographs of hand and machine tools show you the best dressmaking equipment for the job and teach you exactly how to use it. All the techniques and projects are graded by difficulty level, from the simple and straightforward to the more complex and challenging ones. Put your new-found knowledge to the test with 13 downloadable patterns that can be easily adapted to create more than 30 stylish garments. Learn how to make classic dresses, skirts, tops, trousers, and jackets, alongside creative ideas for giving your old clothes new life! The Essential Guide to Dressmaking Sew Your Own Wardrobe guides you through every hand stitch, machine stitch, and sewing technique you'll ever need. We've included the best way to stitch, alter, put in linings, seam and hem, so you can make your favorite bespoke outfits to suit your unique style.
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Art Quilting written by Susan Stein and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2012-06-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive how-to book explores all the concepts and techniques involved in creating art quilts, including composition and design; making whole-cloth, pieced, and appliquéd art quilts; fabric manipulation and surface design; quilting/stitching; embellishing; and working in a series. Readers will find easy access to information with step-by-step directions and hundreds of full-color photos for clear understanding. Easy projects provide opportunities for the reader to try the techniques, and galleries of art quilts by various fabric artists offer beautiful examples and enticing inspiration.
Download or read book Singer R Sewing Custom Curtains Shades and Top Treatments written by Susan Woodcock and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2016-09 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From planning the project to sewing and installing the finished product, this book teaches readers how to create beautiful, professional-looking window treatments for their homes.
Download or read book Pants for Real People written by Marta Alto and published by Palmer/Pletsch Publishing. This book was released on 2012-03-01 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This pattern book features step-by-step instructions on fitting and sewing pants for women of all body types using the twin techniques of tissue fitting and fabric fitting. Important sewing choices are highlighted, including choosing fabrics, selecting appropriate alteration tools, and finding styles that are most flattering. The fit-as-you-sew process of making pants is illustrated with progressive photographs and step-by-step illustrations. A variety of styles are covered, including nonroll, expandable, and contour waistbands; side seam and patched pockets; and easy hems and cuffs. This updated second edition features refinements to the fitting and sewing information and has added instructions on the fitting and sewing of jeans and no-side-seam pants.
Download or read book Sewing Specialty Fabrics written by Cy DeCosse Incorporated and published by Random House Canada. This book was released on 1986 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Choosing a fabric that is new or different makes sewing exciting. Yet, even experienced sewers may hesitate to work with a fabric that is unfamiliar, no matter how attractive it is. Sewing Specialty Fabrics is dedicated to removing that unsure feeling. This book contains up-to-date sewing methods, giving you confidence to create fashions from fabrics that you may never have used before.
Download or read book Singer New Sewing Essentials written by Editors of Creative Publishing and published by Creative Publishing int'l. This book was released on 2008-11-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The number-1 requested sewing book just got better Ideal for sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels, this book uses photos and clearly written text to demonstrate all the basic sewing techniques needed for sewing clothes and home décor items.
