{"product_id":"sewing-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394279555","title":"Sewing For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394279555","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eSewing For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eJan Saunders Maresh (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394279555, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 7 November 2024\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e432 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.1 x 18.5 x 2.8 cm, 0.59 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn the basic skills and techniques you need for successful hand and machine sewing\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the past ten years, interest in sewing has grown. If want to learn how to sew or to improve your skills, \u003ci\u003eSewing For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the book you need to get started. This complete guide to sewing basics teaches you basic hand stitches and sewing machine operation, with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step illustrations. You'll work your way forward to develop the skills to create or repair clothing and furnishings that fit your personal style, your measurements, and your aesthetic. Find great patterns in stores and online, give thrift store finds new life, and learn about cool new fabrics and sewing trends. You'll also get an overview of common sewing mistakes and how to avoid them, so you can take up this relaxing, creative hobby with confidence. A full-color insert brings the text to life. Enjoy the feeling of accomplishment you'll get when you use your new skills to create wonderful handmade pieces. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn hand and machine sewing skills, starting with the basics and working your way up\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose the right sewing machine for your needs and follow step-by-step tutorials to master its use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMakes repairs and alterations to keep your wardrobe current\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn about online sewing resources and get ideas for finding fabric and patterns\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis Dummies guide will help anyone who wants to learn basic sewing skills or brush up on what they already know. Sew a button back on your jacket, make pillowcases from an old dress, alter that great vintage dress to fit like a glove, and complete any other sewing projects you can dream up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eForeword xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond the Book 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Ready set sew! 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: The World of Sewing from 30,000 Feet 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Tooling Around: Assembling Your Sewing Kit 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Fabrics, Findings, and Interfacings … Oh My! 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Pondering Patterns in the 21st Century 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Going to Sewing School: Getting the Hang of the Basic Skills 87\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Taking the First Steps of Your Sewing Adventure 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Securing Sensational Seams 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Hemming Almost Anything by Hand and Machine 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Playing Around: Sewing for Kids, Pets, and the Kid in You 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Strutting the Runway: Fashion Sewing 101 191\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Shaping Your Silhouette 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Zip It Button It Close It 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: What is Up Your Sleeves? 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Pockets: More Than Just a Place to Put Your Hands 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Casa Couture: Sewing for Your Home 269\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Decorating on Demand: Home Décor Sewing 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Tablescaping with Terrific Table Toppers 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Personalizing Praiseworthy Pillows 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Brightening Up Your Bedroom 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Makeover Magic: Mending, Alterations, and Quick Fixes for a Sustainable Wardrobe 327\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Fitting Finesse: Altering Clothes for All Shapes and Sizes 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Sewing SOS: “Help, I Ripped My ______” 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Sustainable Restyling: Giving Existing Garments New Life 365\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: the Part of Tens 385\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Rookie Sewing Mistakes to Avoid 387\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Tips for Buying and Maintaining a Sewing Machine and Serger 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Ten ABCs of Sewing 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 407\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Hobbies, quizzes \u0026amp; games [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Hobbies, quizzes \u0026amp; games\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Hobbies,%20quizzes%20\u0026amp;%20games%20%5BWD%5D%22\"\u003eWD\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52453367349528,"sku":"9781394279555","price":14.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394279555.jpg?v=1785283358","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/sewing-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394279555","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}