Download or read book Vogue Sewing Quick Reference written by Sixth & Spring Books and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "From its inception to its substantial revision in 2006, Vogue Sewing has been a consistent bestseller and sewer's favorite, covering everything you need to know to create fashionable, professional-quality clothing?from fabric to selection, and constructions basics to advanced pattern alterations and couture techniques. Vogue Sewing Quick Reference distills the essential elements of Vogue Sewing into a concise, easy-to-reference manual that will be indispensable to sewers of all skill levels"--Publisher website (September 2007)
Download or read book The Vogue Butterick Step by step Guide to Sewing Techniques written by Butterick Company and published by Touchstone. This book was released on 1989 with total page 415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sourcebook for the home sewer contains more than 500 fundamental techniques for altering or repairing garments, using patterns, and creating your own designs
Download or read book Sew Any Fabric written by Claire Shaeffer and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003-11-10 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fabric Basics at Your Fingertips Have you ever wished you could call an expert and ask for a five-minute explanation on the particulars of a fabric you are sewing? Claire Shaeffer provides this key information for 88 of today's most popular fabrics. In this handy, easy-to-follow reference, she guides you through all the basics while providing hints, tips, and suggestions base don her 20-plus years as a college instructor, pattern designers, and author. In each concise chapter, Claire shares fabric facts, design ideas, workroom secrets, and her sewing checklist, as well as her sewability classification to advice you on the difficulty of sewing each fabric. Color photographs offer further ideas. The succeeding sections offer sewing techniques and advice on needles, threads, stabilizers, and interfacings. Claire's unique fabric/fiber dictionary cross-reference over 600 additional fabrics. An invaluable reference for any one who sews, Sew Any Fabric provides practical, clear information for novices and inspiration for more experienced sewers who are looking for new ideas and techniques.
Download or read book The New Vogue Sewing Book written by and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Threads Sewing Guide written by Editors of Threads and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents an introduction to basic sewing techniques, covering such topics as fabric, patterns, seams, cutting, hems, and surface embellishment.
Download or read book More Fabric Savvy written by Sandra Betzina and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of the best-selling fabric guide includes all-new updated information on the selection of the best fabrics for a variety of projects and how to make the most of them, including new tips and more than three hundred color photographs.
Download or read book Gertie s New Book for Better Sewing written by Gretchen Hirsch and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 2012-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sheets of patterns are in an envelope inside the front cover, each sheet is doubled sided.
Download or read book Sewing for Your Girls written by Yoshiko Tsukiori and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2015-03-17 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sew cute and original clothes for your little angel with this easy-to-follow DIY sewing book. Yoshiko Tsukiori's Japanese sewing books provide elegant casual designs for women and children and have made her one of the most popular names in the Japanese sew–it–yourself craze. In Sewing for Your Girls, Tsukiori has done it again, creating eight adorable and endlessly versatile new patterns for clothes that will delight every mother's budget—and suit every little girl's personal style and body type. Tsukiori provides easy–to–follow instructions (in English) and shares the basic techniques for creating all the classic elements of little girls' clothes. Today's emerging legions of DIY mothers will discover how to make: A round collared shirt or tunic A classic smocked sundress Overalls with plenty of pocket room Draw-string pants that fit beautifully A shawl-collared dress or top A gathered neckline shirt, tunic, or dress A pretty dress with shoulder ruffles A raglan top or dress Add ruffles or bows, add tiers or pockets, add sleeves or go sleeveless—each of these garments can be embellished in endless variations to create literally hundreds of different styles. Tsukiori also guides readers on how to select carefree, pretty, and inexpensive fabrics that girls will love to wear every day! Imagination and creativity are the keys to dressing girls stylishly on a budget, and Sewing for Your Girls makes it easy to mix and match the basic components so that each piece is as unique as it is beautiful.
Download or read book Vogue Knitting Quick Reference written by Trisha Malcolm and published by Sixth & Spring Books. This book was released on 2002-12-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You're an avid knitter who wouldn't dream of leaving home without needles and wool. Shouldn't you have a knitting reference you can take along, too? Here it is; the knitter's indispensable companion, an exciting spiral-bound encyclopedia that's compact enough to fit into a purse or knitting bag. Inspired by 'Vogue Knitting - The Ultimate Knitting Book', it answers all your questions but doesn't weigh you down; from supplies, basic how-tos, and explanations of knitting instructions to complicated stitch techniques, color blocking and finishing, it's filled with information on every conceivable aspect of the craft. Easy to follow instructions, diagrams, and illustrations pack every page, along with guidance on mending those mistakes, using a variety of different needles, dealing with color, and assembling the pieces. There's even advice on designing and embellishing your garment. It's an essential addition to any knitter's travel bag.
Download or read book Reader s Digest Complete Guide to Sewing written by Reader's Digest and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-08-02 with total page 1192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable volume for beginning and advanced sewers alike that guides readers through necessary equipment, techniques, fabrics and more. First published in 1978, Reader’s Digest’s popular Complete Guide to Sewing has become the standard stich-and-seam reference book for both beginner and seasoned sewers. Now, Reader’s Digest has refreshed this tried-and-true volume for the modern era, adapting it to current trends while preserving the comprehensive, practical and inspiring content within. Reader’s Digest Complete Guide to Sewing gives sewers of every experience and comfort level everything they need to know to create the wardrobe of their dreams and beautify their homes with original decorative accents. Clear, simple instructions written by experts in the field tell you what to do and how to do it. Plus, thousands of illustrations and diagrams throughout the book’s 384 pages illustrate each stage of the process. Key elements of the book include: A detailed list of the basic equipment you’ll need before getting started sewing. Tips for choosing the right fabric for your project. A step-by-step photo guide that shows you how to take measurements. Instructions in a variety of essential hand-stitching techniques. 20 timeless projects— more than half of them new to this edition—to practice your skills including shirts, dresses, bags, and more. Plus, the book has received endorsements from a variety of trusted sources: “…and I always recommend the Reader’s Digest Guide to Sewing. It’s very comprehensive and very user-friendly.” —Tim Gunn “…abundant and precise line art, enticing photographs, simple-to-follow instructions and valuable information on tools, supplies, materials and techniques.” —The New York Times “A woman who takes sewing seriously, or who wants to learn to sew, won’t want to be without this book.” —Portland Oregon Journal “Here is everything you always wanted to know about sewing—a veritable encyclopedia of stitching facts.” —The Austin American Statesman
Download or read book Reader s Digest Complete Guide to Sewing written by Reader's Digest Association and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 501 Enchanting Embroidery Designs written by Boutique-Sha, and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2016-02-09 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: """If you have never embroidered before, no worries, for there are detailed instructions of what you need + all the techniques and stitches you need to know for the patterns in the book."" --Japanese Sewing Books blog This fun embroidery book contains hundreds of creative needlework designs you can use to personalize all sorts of things! From a little hand-sewn gift, to monogrammed linens and cushions, to a well-worn and well-loved pair of jeans. 501 Enchanting Embroidery Designs offers simple hand embroidered motifs that highlight life's small pleasures: Motifs from the kitchen or garden (teacups, fruits and cozy reminders of home) Sweet feminine embellishments for your household zakka projects (flowers, pets, fashion elements) Designs for your child's clothing, drawn in a kid-friendly style Traditional designs such as monogrammed initials and elegant borders These freestyle designs are doable even for embroidery beginners and will always add that special touch--from an apron for your best friend to the neckline of your favorite top. No matter what you choose to leave your mark on, you are sure to find inspirational designs perfect for any occasion. "
Download or read book The Quilter s Quick Reference Guide written by Candace Eisner Strick and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quilters with questions, look no further -- this handy resource is jam-packed with all the things you need to know! From basic techniques to clever shortcuts and cheat sheets, you'll discover how to make your quilting faster, easier, and more fun every step of the way. Book jacket.
Download or read book The Vogue Butterick Step by step Guide to Sewing Techniques written by Butterick Company and published by Sixth & Spring Books. This book was released on 1998 with total page 415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sewing reference for both beginners and experts explains more than five hundred fundamental sewing techniques, which are presented alphabetically and fully illustrated
Download or read book Couture Sewing Techniques written by Claire B. Shaeffer and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fashion historian Shaeffer opened the door to the exclusive realm of haute couture in her authoritative guide to the techniques that define couture sewing. And now, "Couture Sewing Techniques," has been revised and updated throughout. Full color.
Download or read book Vogue Knitting Quick Knits written by Trisha Malcolm and published by Sixth & Spring Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with more than 50 projects by today's leading knitwear designers, this collection showcases beautiful knitwear for the contemporary knitter. By incorporating minimum shaping, simple stitches and decorative embellishments, each design is as stylish as it is quick to knit. There s something for every occasion and season, with easy-to-follow instructions.
Download or read book The Dressmaker s Handbook of Couture Sewing Techniques written by Lynda Maynard and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2010-12-21 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with professional techniques and tips, The Dressmaker's Handbook of Couture Sewing Techniques takes the mystery out of the sewing and finishing techniques that many dressmakers assume are either extremely difficult or are only for professional fashion designers. Fashion designer and expert sewist Lynda Maynard tackles each professional technique with clear instructions in simple step-by-step stages. Once these skills are understood, sewists will embrace their dressmaking projects with more confidence and the ability to create chic, refined looks. The Dressmaker's Handbook of Couture Sewing Techniques unlocks the door to stunning results with better shaping, simpler construction methods, and professional finishing touches. Lynda also explains several seemingly difficult "secrets," from making bindings and finishing for hems, armholes, and necklines to underpinnings and structuring techniques. Plus, she teaches how to master finishing touches from textured stitches to couching and applique. A complete guide to the fabrics suited to each technique and inspirational fashion photography are also included.
