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Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
This essential handbook offers detailed, step-by-step instructions that cover the basics of sewing costumes (which often require skills not found in standard sewing guides) to help even the most novice sewists create the costumes of their dreams. A skilled crafter and avid cosplayer, Gillian Conahan walks readers through finding inspiration online and through their fandom; shares insight into translating character art into real-world garments; and...
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Always choose the right thread! This amazing reference guide features a handy thread use key (organized by thread manufacturer) that shows the most common uses for the wide variety of threads commonly used by quilters and sewists. This valuable information will help you determine which one is right for your project. Plus, get the inside scoop on thread types and fibers, thread weight, choosing the correct sewing machine needle, and how thread is...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Create your own unique clothes to fit your personality and your shape. This stylish, instructive book from The Great British Sewing Bee 's Jenniffer Taylor shows you how to make and adapt your own clothes in a simple, no-fuss way. Using Jenniffer's fun and imaginative ideas, this book will teach you how to get started transforming unloved items of clothing into new and exciting outfits; how to customize clothes with doilies, tassels, tie-dyeing and...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
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Sewing "expert Steffani Lincecum shares 30+ years of experience on how to handle a sewing machine with greater ease and confidence, and explains how to easily find and use the right presser feet and other accessories for your machine, whether you purchased it at retail or found it at a yard sale."--Page 4 of cover.
Author
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
The ultimate practical guide to sewing fabulous bags from expert Lisa Lam! · Detailed photographs illustrate every technique in this unique book, from choosing fabric to inserting fastenings · Expert tips, trade secrets, and inspirational advice for professional and beautiful results · A capsule wardrobe of eight exclusive designs features easy-to-follow instructions and full-size patterns Whether you're getting started, improving your technique,...
Author
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
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Description
Pattern Pieces: SHEET 1: Apple pincushion -- A book of needles -- Cute coasters -- Eye-see-you case (2 pieces) -- Go-this-way pin (2 pieces) -- My very own skirt -- Quiet mouse -- Sweet dreams mask -- Take-it-with-you pocket pal -- SHEET 2: Draw-it-up tote -- Get-to-work apron -- Hat attack! -- My doll's very own skirt -- So soft pillow -- Take-it-with-you pocket -- Too-hot holder -- Your little friend -- SHEET 3: Crazy Daisy pin (3 pieces) -- Hold-my-stuff...
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
20 quick & easy projects to sew from scraps or fat quarters.
Every sewer accumulates scraps that are too nice to throw away, but don't fit in with the usual patterns on hand. This collection of quick and easy projects can all be sewn from scraps or fat quarters! Fairbanks-Critchfield shares ideas for must-have accessories and children's projects for all skill levels. And the projects are great for gifts for family and friends!
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