Award-winning Mystery Author In New Orleans's French Quarter sits Carmela Bertrand's little scrapbooking shop, Memory Mine. When one of the city's elite dies during Mardi Gras, Carmela's estranged husband is the number one suspect. Carmela doesn't think that Shamus is cu
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9781587245909
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Paperback
Quilting Your Memories
By Bonsib, Sandy
Rescue your photos from those tired, sterile photo-album pages--feature them in a precious heirloom, a whimsical storybook scene, or an extraordinary work of art instead! Learn to transfer photographs, children's drawings, and more onto fabric. Then gather inspiration from more th
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9781564772510
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Book
Quilting
By Stanley, Isabel
This beautiful book includes over 140 quilting patchwork and applique projects divided into four popular themes. Each section offers inspirational designs for quilts and throws, bedlinen and tablelinen and clothing as well as accessories for every room in the house.
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9781844772568
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Paperback
Quilting for People Who Still Don't Have Time to Quilt
By Michell, Marti
Since Marti Michell's first booklet in the Quilting For People Who Don't Have Time To Quilt series was published in 1988, hundreds of thousands of people have learned to make quilts using her fast and easy techniques. Now in an expanded and enlarged version, this edition will open the door to the world of quilting for new quilters. Marti's old friends will recognize many of the quilts that have been published in her books and magazine articles, but more than half are brand new! They all are presented in a clear and exciting way. The graphics are updated; this pictures are larger; the techniques are expanded; but Marti's friendly writing style remains the same. You will feel as if she's giving you private classes.
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9780881958638
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Paperback
Quiltmaking by Hand
By Beyer, Jinny
Celebrating today's surge of interest in hand crafts, this book introduces new quilters to a simple yet versatile set of techniques that allows them to create sensational quilts entirely by hand. A world-class designer and extraordinarily skilled quilter, Jinny Beyer demonstrates everything from threading a needle to piecing perfect points. Beginning with the basic running stitch, quilters quickly move on to joining two, then four patches, making stars and compasses, setting in pieces, and stitching curves. With each new skill, quilters are invited to begin the next section of a quilt designed especially for beginners - encouraging a "sew-as-you-learn" approach with each of the 10 quilting projects. The quilting stitch is simply and clearly explained, and detailed photographs illustrate how neat, even lines of stitching are achieved.
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9780972121828
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Paperback
Creating Your Perfect Quilting Space
By Hallock, Lois L
Explains how to transform a cluttered, makeshift space into a functional, beautiful, and well-organized home quilting studio, in a guide that offers dozens of helpful ideas and tips, an innovative selection of practical storage solutions, and before-and-after photographs of real-l
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9781564775696
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Paperback
Scrapbook Workshop
By Flaum, May
A must-have for continuous scrapbooking inspiration! May Flaum has brought all your favorite and up-and-coming scrapbook bloggers together in Scrapbook Workshop. Whether or not you follow blogs, this collection will serve as an idea book filled with projects and techniques you'll use again and again. If you're new to scrapbooking, this book will share not only ideas but also introduce you to people to watch and follow for continued inspiration. And for those experienced or blog-savvy scrapbookers, you will find fresh ideas from favorite bloggers, as well as new outlets to check out and people to watch. Scrapbook Workshop offers: 30 Fabulous Techniques: While free layout inspiration is readily available online, this book focuses on techniques.
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9781599632780
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Paperback
The Knitting Encyclopedia
By Montgomerie, Claire
A comprehensive guide to knitting covering all the techniques needed to learn to knit and beyondThe Knitting Encyclopedia is a wonderful reference guide for knitters of all levels. Whether youre just learning to cast on, or designing your first sweater, here is your guide through all the skills you need to get started mastering this amazing craft- Materials and equipment-- from types of needles to stitch holders--both basic and advanced equipment is covered in full detail- The basics-- casting on, knit and purl stitches, and casting off- Intermediate techniques-- how to read patterns and make patterned stitches using knit and purl combinations- Advanced and complex techniques like how to adapt patterns to make them your own- A comprehensive stitch directory, grouped into sections on lightweight stitches, heavyweight stitches, colorwork, lace, aran, and edgings- The pattern section provides 30 stunning projects to make, with detailed instructions to progress through all the skills needed to become an accomplished knitter.
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9780312640163
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Hardcover
Simple Knitting
By Knight, Erika
Simple Knitting is a unique workshop-based, how-to-knit book that will teach you the key techniques while creating an enviable collection of knitted items. Each of the 20 projects in the book teaches a new skill, as well as building upon and consolidating those knitting techniques already learned through preceding projects. With a series of workshop-style masterclasses Erika Knight explains all the essential information--from achieving a perfect tension and substituting yarns or stitch textures, to more advanced cables and shaping--alongside broader design principles, such as building a color palette.Providing a unique opportunity to learn the design secrets of one of the world's most highly-respected knitwear designers, Erika shares her special tricks of the trade within this book.
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9780312668334
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Paperback
The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet
By Hubert, Margaret
This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet. This book provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, filet, intermeshing, broomstick lace, bruges lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Also provides instructions and patterns for 50 projects for garments, accessories, and dcor items.
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9781589234727
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Paperback
Complete Guide to Embroidery Stitches
By Campbell, Jennifer
It is oh-so-easy and oh-so-convenient to count on Reader's Digest crafts. To count the ways: one, clear and consistent directions that anyone can translate into a professionally finished crafts item; two, color photographs that do all the work sans words, if necessary; three, sidebars filled with information that is impossible to ignore; and four, plenty of beginning background--tools, equipment, fabrics, techniques--that will allow anyone to jump in and succeed. Such are the benefits of the Complete Guide to Embroidery Stitches, more than 260 of them, each featuring procedures in words, illustrations, photographs, and a helpful hint or two. Along with the 21 different categories come robust instructions for finishing, storing, displaying, and cleaning embroidery.
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9780762106585
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Hardcover
Death by Cashmere
By Goldenbaum, Sally
Readers can't help but get entangled in this USA Today bestselling series.Now in trade paperback-the new mystery series that spins a yarn about knitters and murder in a seaside village.Not long after Isabel "Izzy" Chambers opens up a knittin
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9780451225535
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Paperback
Knit One, Kill Two
By Sefton, Maggie
FIRST IN THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING KNITTING MYSTERY SERIES!Despite the fact that her aunt was an expert knitter, Kelly Flynn never picked up a pair of knitting needles she liked - until she strolled into House of Lambspun. Now, Kelly is about to learn how to knit one, purl two, and untangle the mystery behind her aunt's murder... Kelly would be the first to admit her life in Washington, D.C., is a little on the dull side. But coming back to Colorado for her beloved aunt's funeral wasn't the kind of excitement she was seeking. The police are convinced that her Aunt Helen's death was the result of a burglary gone bad, but for the accountant in Kelly, things just aren't adding up. After all, why would her sensible, sixty-eight-year-old aunt borrow $20,000 just days before her death? With the help of the knitting regulars at House of Lambspun, Kelly's about to get a few lessons in cranking out a sumptuously colored scarf - and in luring a killer out of hiding...
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9780425203590
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Mass Market Paperback
Crewel World
By Ferris, Monica
When Betsy's sister is murdered in her own needlecraft store, Betsy takes over the shop and the investigation.But to find the murderer, she'll have to put together a list of motives and suspects to figure out this killer's pattern of crime...Includes a beautiful embroidery pattern!
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9780425167809
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Mass Market Paperback
The Quick and the Thread
By Lee, Amanda
First in a new mystery series that will have readers stitching-and itching for more When Marcy Singer opens an embroidery specialty shop in quaint Tallulah Falls, Oregon, she throws a soiree and a Stitch-In. Soon, Marcy's sign- up sheet for embroidery classes fills up and everyone in town seems willing to raise a glass-or a needle-to support the newly-opened Seven Year Stitch. Then Marcy finds the shop's previous tenant dead in the store-room, a message scratched with a tapestry needle on the wall beside him. Now Marcy's shop has become a crime scene, and she's the prime suspect. She'll have to find the killer before someone puts a final stitch in her.
After moving with her husband, Matt, to the small college town of Waterford, Pennsylvania, Sarah McClure struggles to find a fulfilling job. In the meantime, she agrees to help seventy-five-year-old Sylvia Compson prepare her family estate, Elm Creek Manor, for sale. As part of her compensation, Sarah is taught how to quilt by this cantankerous elderly woman, who is a master of the craft.During their lessons, Mrs. Compson reveals how her family was torn apart by tragedy, jealousy, and betrayal, and her stories force Sarah to face uncomfortable truths about her own alienation from her widowed mother. As their friendship deepens, Mrs. Compson confides in Sarah the truth about why she wants to sell Elm Creek Manor. In turn, Sarah seeks a way to bring life and joy back to the estate so Mrs.
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684849720
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Paperback
Sewing Basics
By Moyes, Pat
Sewing Basics is extremely helpful for someone just learning how to sew or someone getting back into sewing. It guides beginners through the entire sewing process, from preparing the fabric to mastering challenging techniques.Details such as deciphering the back of a pattern en
Publisher: n/a
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9781561582662
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Paperback
The Sewing Book
By Smith, Alison
This is the only sewing book you'll ever need. Every tool and every technique you require for making your own home furnishings or clothing is closely and sharply photographed, carefully annotated, and clearly explained. The Tools section begins with the basic toolkit, opening up into everything you could possibly need - every type of cutting tool and machine foot is shown. This section also includes information on patterns - how to measure, how to use, and how to adjust them. Gallery spreads appear throughout the substantial Techniques section and showcase darts, zips, pleats etc, as well as showing key stitches. Plus, you can bring your acquired and refined skills to fruition as you make some of the 25 home decor and clothing projects at the back of the book.
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9780756642808
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Book
Sewing Edges and Corners
By Lee, Linda
This handy reference offers more than 40 major corner and edge techniques for garments and home decorating projects. The easy, step-by-step instructions are appropriate for all experience levels and cover everything from tablecloths and napkins to pillows, shams, vest, and ties.
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9781561584185
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Print book
Simplicity's simply the best sewing book
By Vaughan, Martha
Whether you are new to sewing, an expert or just getting back to it this book guiodes you through the latest in sewing at home. Answers everything you could want to ask.
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9780060550493
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Print book
New Complete Guide to Sewing
By Digest, Editors Of Reader's
This volume provides the guidance you need to sew successfully, whatever your level of skill. Comprehensive step-by-step instructions cover everything from cutting out patterns to making sleeves and fitting zips, and are accompanied by thousands of colourful illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. This encyclopaedia of sewing includes detailed directions, practical advice, time-saving tips, essential techniques, and hundreds of creative touches to bring out the best in your needlework. There are 20 projects to help you put into practice what you have learned, with ideas for creating clothes and home accessories in classic styles, which can be easily adapted to changing trends.
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9780762104208
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Hardcover
The Essentials of Sewing
By Thompson, Sue
From the Potter Needlework Library. Marries needlecraft fundamentals with a truly sophisticated sense of style. This book illustrates basic techniques with beautiful, innovative projects designed by the most creative artisans working today, so crafters can experience the thrill of
Keepsake Crimes
By Childs, Laura
Award-winning Mystery Author In New Orleans's French Quarter sits Carmela Bertrand's little scrapbooking shop, Memory Mine. When one of the city's elite dies during Mardi Gras, Carmela's estranged husband is the number one suspect. Carmela doesn't think that Shamus is cu
Quilting Your Memories
By Bonsib, Sandy
Rescue your photos from those tired, sterile photo-album pages--feature them in a precious heirloom, a whimsical storybook scene, or an extraordinary work of art instead! Learn to transfer photographs, children's drawings, and more onto fabric. Then gather inspiration from more th
Quilting
By Stanley, Isabel
This beautiful book includes over 140 quilting patchwork and applique projects divided into four popular themes. Each section offers inspirational designs for quilts and throws, bedlinen and tablelinen and clothing as well as accessories for every room in the house.
Quilting for People Who Still Don't Have Time to Quilt
By Michell, Marti
Since Marti Michell's first booklet in the Quilting For People Who Don't Have Time To Quilt series was published in 1988, hundreds of thousands of people have learned to make quilts using her fast and easy techniques. Now in an expanded and enlarged version, this edition will open the door to the world of quilting for new quilters. Marti's old friends will recognize many of the quilts that have been published in her books and magazine articles, but more than half are brand new! They all are presented in a clear and exciting way. The graphics are updated; this pictures are larger; the techniques are expanded; but Marti's friendly writing style remains the same. You will feel as if she's giving you private classes.
Quiltmaking by Hand
By Beyer, Jinny
Celebrating today's surge of interest in hand crafts, this book introduces new quilters to a simple yet versatile set of techniques that allows them to create sensational quilts entirely by hand. A world-class designer and extraordinarily skilled quilter, Jinny Beyer demonstrates everything from threading a needle to piecing perfect points. Beginning with the basic running stitch, quilters quickly move on to joining two, then four patches, making stars and compasses, setting in pieces, and stitching curves. With each new skill, quilters are invited to begin the next section of a quilt designed especially for beginners - encouraging a "sew-as-you-learn" approach with each of the 10 quilting projects. The quilting stitch is simply and clearly explained, and detailed photographs illustrate how neat, even lines of stitching are achieved.
Creating Your Perfect Quilting Space
By Hallock, Lois L
Explains how to transform a cluttered, makeshift space into a functional, beautiful, and well-organized home quilting studio, in a guide that offers dozens of helpful ideas and tips, an innovative selection of practical storage solutions, and before-and-after photographs of real-l
Scrapbook Workshop
By Flaum, May
A must-have for continuous scrapbooking inspiration! May Flaum has brought all your favorite and up-and-coming scrapbook bloggers together in Scrapbook Workshop. Whether or not you follow blogs, this collection will serve as an idea book filled with projects and techniques you'll use again and again. If you're new to scrapbooking, this book will share not only ideas but also introduce you to people to watch and follow for continued inspiration. And for those experienced or blog-savvy scrapbookers, you will find fresh ideas from favorite bloggers, as well as new outlets to check out and people to watch. Scrapbook Workshop offers: 30 Fabulous Techniques: While free layout inspiration is readily available online, this book focuses on techniques.
The Knitting Encyclopedia
By Montgomerie, Claire
A comprehensive guide to knitting covering all the techniques needed to learn to knit and beyondThe Knitting Encyclopedia is a wonderful reference guide for knitters of all levels. Whether youre just learning to cast on, or designing your first sweater, here is your guide through all the skills you need to get started mastering this amazing craft- Materials and equipment-- from types of needles to stitch holders--both basic and advanced equipment is covered in full detail- The basics-- casting on, knit and purl stitches, and casting off- Intermediate techniques-- how to read patterns and make patterned stitches using knit and purl combinations- Advanced and complex techniques like how to adapt patterns to make them your own- A comprehensive stitch directory, grouped into sections on lightweight stitches, heavyweight stitches, colorwork, lace, aran, and edgings- The pattern section provides 30 stunning projects to make, with detailed instructions to progress through all the skills needed to become an accomplished knitter.
Simple Knitting
By Knight, Erika
Simple Knitting is a unique workshop-based, how-to-knit book that will teach you the key techniques while creating an enviable collection of knitted items. Each of the 20 projects in the book teaches a new skill, as well as building upon and consolidating those knitting techniques already learned through preceding projects. With a series of workshop-style masterclasses Erika Knight explains all the essential information--from achieving a perfect tension and substituting yarns or stitch textures, to more advanced cables and shaping--alongside broader design principles, such as building a color palette.Providing a unique opportunity to learn the design secrets of one of the world's most highly-respected knitwear designers, Erika shares her special tricks of the trade within this book.
The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet
By Hubert, Margaret
This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet. This book provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, filet, intermeshing, broomstick lace, bruges lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Also provides instructions and patterns for 50 projects for garments, accessories, and dcor items.
Complete Guide to Embroidery Stitches
By Campbell, Jennifer
It is oh-so-easy and oh-so-convenient to count on Reader's Digest crafts. To count the ways: one, clear and consistent directions that anyone can translate into a professionally finished crafts item; two, color photographs that do all the work sans words, if necessary; three, sidebars filled with information that is impossible to ignore; and four, plenty of beginning background--tools, equipment, fabrics, techniques--that will allow anyone to jump in and succeed. Such are the benefits of the Complete Guide to Embroidery Stitches, more than 260 of them, each featuring procedures in words, illustrations, photographs, and a helpful hint or two. Along with the 21 different categories come robust instructions for finishing, storing, displaying, and cleaning embroidery.
Death by Cashmere
By Goldenbaum, Sally
Readers can't help but get entangled in this USA Today bestselling series.Now in trade paperback-the new mystery series that spins a yarn about knitters and murder in a seaside village.Not long after Isabel "Izzy" Chambers opens up a knittin
Knit One, Kill Two
By Sefton, Maggie
FIRST IN THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING KNITTING MYSTERY SERIES!Despite the fact that her aunt was an expert knitter, Kelly Flynn never picked up a pair of knitting needles she liked - until she strolled into House of Lambspun. Now, Kelly is about to learn how to knit one, purl two, and untangle the mystery behind her aunt's murder... Kelly would be the first to admit her life in Washington, D.C., is a little on the dull side. But coming back to Colorado for her beloved aunt's funeral wasn't the kind of excitement she was seeking. The police are convinced that her Aunt Helen's death was the result of a burglary gone bad, but for the accountant in Kelly, things just aren't adding up. After all, why would her sensible, sixty-eight-year-old aunt borrow $20,000 just days before her death? With the help of the knitting regulars at House of Lambspun, Kelly's about to get a few lessons in cranking out a sumptuously colored scarf - and in luring a killer out of hiding...
Crewel World
By Ferris, Monica
When Betsy's sister is murdered in her own needlecraft store, Betsy takes over the shop and the investigation.But to find the murderer, she'll have to put together a list of motives and suspects to figure out this killer's pattern of crime...Includes a beautiful embroidery pattern!
The Quick and the Thread
By Lee, Amanda
First in a new mystery series that will have readers stitching-and itching for more When Marcy Singer opens an embroidery specialty shop in quaint Tallulah Falls, Oregon, she throws a soiree and a Stitch-In. Soon, Marcy's sign- up sheet for embroidery classes fills up and everyone in town seems willing to raise a glass-or a needle-to support the newly-opened Seven Year Stitch. Then Marcy finds the shop's previous tenant dead in the store-room, a message scratched with a tapestry needle on the wall beside him. Now Marcy's shop has become a crime scene, and she's the prime suspect. She'll have to find the killer before someone puts a final stitch in her.
The Lovers Knot
By Odonohue, Clare
Book #1 of the Someday Quilts Mystery series. In the tradition of Jennifer Chiaverini and Emilie Richards, a debut quilting mystery. Nell Fitzgerald is thrilled when she receives a gorgeous handmade quilt in a lovers knot pattern from her grandmother Eleanor as an engagement gift. Her joy is short-lived, however, when her fiancé announces hes calling off the wedding. Heartbroken, 25-year-old Nell flees New York City for her grandmothers home in quaint Archers Rest. In this small town Eleanors life revolves around her quilt shop, Someday Quilts, and the members of the shops quilting circle.. When the body of a local handyman known for his flirting is found in the quilt shop, murdered with a pair of quilting scissors, Nell finds herself drawn into the case, and drawn to the handsome police chief. As a pattern of clues begins to emerge, one of the prime suspects is Nells ex-fiancé, whose arrival in Archers Rest seems suspicious. The ladies of the quilting circle continue to piece together their quilts as Nell unravels the mystery. For quilters and mystery lovers alike, The Lovers Knot is a delightful and promising debut.
The Quilter's Apprentice
By Chiaverini, Jennifer
After moving with her husband, Matt, to the small college town of Waterford, Pennsylvania, Sarah McClure struggles to find a fulfilling job. In the meantime, she agrees to help seventy-five-year-old Sylvia Compson prepare her family estate, Elm Creek Manor, for sale. As part of her compensation, Sarah is taught how to quilt by this cantankerous elderly woman, who is a master of the craft.During their lessons, Mrs. Compson reveals how her family was torn apart by tragedy, jealousy, and betrayal, and her stories force Sarah to face uncomfortable truths about her own alienation from her widowed mother. As their friendship deepens, Mrs. Compson confides in Sarah the truth about why she wants to sell Elm Creek Manor. In turn, Sarah seeks a way to bring life and joy back to the estate so Mrs.
Sewing Basics
By Moyes, Pat
Sewing Basics is extremely helpful for someone just learning how to sew or someone getting back into sewing. It guides beginners through the entire sewing process, from preparing the fabric to mastering challenging techniques.Details such as deciphering the back of a pattern en
The Sewing Book
By Smith, Alison
This is the only sewing book you'll ever need. Every tool and every technique you require for making your own home furnishings or clothing is closely and sharply photographed, carefully annotated, and clearly explained. The Tools section begins with the basic toolkit, opening up into everything you could possibly need - every type of cutting tool and machine foot is shown. This section also includes information on patterns - how to measure, how to use, and how to adjust them. Gallery spreads appear throughout the substantial Techniques section and showcase darts, zips, pleats etc, as well as showing key stitches. Plus, you can bring your acquired and refined skills to fruition as you make some of the 25 home decor and clothing projects at the back of the book.
Sewing Edges and Corners
By Lee, Linda
This handy reference offers more than 40 major corner and edge techniques for garments and home decorating projects. The easy, step-by-step instructions are appropriate for all experience levels and cover everything from tablecloths and napkins to pillows, shams, vest, and ties.
Simplicity's simply the best sewing book
By Vaughan, Martha
Whether you are new to sewing, an expert or just getting back to it this book guiodes you through the latest in sewing at home. Answers everything you could want to ask.
New Complete Guide to Sewing
By Digest, Editors Of Reader's
This volume provides the guidance you need to sew successfully, whatever your level of skill. Comprehensive step-by-step instructions cover everything from cutting out patterns to making sleeves and fitting zips, and are accompanied by thousands of colourful illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. This encyclopaedia of sewing includes detailed directions, practical advice, time-saving tips, essential techniques, and hundreds of creative touches to bring out the best in your needlework. There are 20 projects to help you put into practice what you have learned, with ideas for creating clothes and home accessories in classic styles, which can be easily adapted to changing trends.
The Essentials of Sewing
By Thompson, Sue
From the Potter Needlework Library. Marries needlecraft fundamentals with a truly sophisticated sense of style. This book illustrates basic techniques with beautiful, innovative projects designed by the most creative artisans working today, so crafters can experience the thrill of