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Author : Jan Saunders Maresh
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118054229
Total Pages : 408 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sewing For Dummies written by Jan Saunders Maresh and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-21 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you love to sew—or want to learn how? Then this book will have you in stitches in no time. There’s nothing like the feeling of completing a project using beautiful fabrics and great timesaving tools and then sharing it with your family and friends. Plus, learning to sew will save you money too! Before long, you’ll be stitching your own hems, repairing split seams, sewing on buttons, and much, much more. Sewing For Dummies is a book for both absolute beginners and experienced sewers. If you’re a stone-cold beginner, you’ll find everything you need to know to sew beginning-level projects—and the book doesn’t assume that you’ve ever even picked up a needle and thread before. If you’ve had some experience with sewing, you’ll find tips and tricks that it took author Janice Saunders Maresh, a nationally known sewing and serging instructor, years to pick up! You’ll discover how to: Master hand and machine stitches Read a sewing pattern Hem a variety of fabrics Negotiate sleeves and pockets Install zippers, buttons, and other fasteners Shape garments with tucks and pleats Adjust projects for better fit and function This updated edition features a fresh 8-page color insert of all the new home decorating projects, including new patterns and instructions for a traditional living room with slipcovered couches and throws; a French country dining room with drapes and slipcovered chairs; and a bedroom with shams, duvets, dustruffles, and window treatments, as well as: a bathroom with a shower curtain and towels hip and funky tote bags the perfect little black dress Complete with lists of quick fix-it tools, sewing fundamentals, and sewing resources, Sewing For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is the fun and easy way® to get the basics and stitch up a storm in no time!

Author : Pam Allen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 9780470440148
Total Pages : 396 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Knitting For Dummies written by Pam Allen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-11-17 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you’re just picking up knitting needles for the first time or you’ve been knitting for years, Knitting For Dummies, 2nd Edition, will be your pattern for knitting success. Have you always wanted to knit, but are just not sure how or where to start? Have you been knitting for years and want to perfect your stitches? As a beginner you will learn... the tools of the trade the basics how to read a pattern the fundamentals basic stitches techniques no knitter should be without what to do when you make a common mistake tips for knitting in the round how to knit some easy projects More advanced? Try your needles at stripes, cables, twists, lace, Fair Isle, intarsia, and full garments. Knitting For Dummies, 2nd Edition, will not only enhance the skills you already have, it’ll teach you new ones, from expert knitters who will guide you every step of the way. You’ll be on your way to knitting a new wardrobe in no time!

Author : Jan Saunders Maresh
Publisher : For Dummies
ISBN 13 : 9780764551376
Total Pages : 426 pages
Book Rating : 4.7X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sewing For Dummies written by Jan Saunders Maresh and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1999-07-28 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sewing is fun, relaxing, and tremendously rewarding. It feels great when you sit down and sew something together (and are tickled with the results)! Besides the fun and satisfaction you get out of sewing, this wonderful hobby can also save you money. You can make your clothes last longer when you stitch up your own hems, repair split seams, and sew on those loose buttons. You can save even more money by making your own home décor projects, such as curtains and pillows. Sewing For Dummies is a book for both absolute beginners and experienced sewers. If you're a stone-cold beginner, you'll find explanations of all the tools and skills necessary for beginning-level projects. If you've had some experience with sewing, you'll benefit from the tips and tricks that might otherwise take years to pick up. Whether you're quilting, embroidering, mending, or constructing a project, you'll need to know some sewing basics to get you through your projects. Sewing For Dummies covers all the important sewing fundamentals such as: Mastering hand stitches and machine stitches Reading a sewing pattern Sewing sensational seams Hemming a variety of fabrics Shaping garments with darts, tucks, and pleats Installing zippers, buttons, and other fasteners Negotiating sleeves and pockets Working with home décor fabrics Adjusting projects for better fit and function Once you've explored the basic techniques, you'll be ready to start some easy sewing projects. This friendly book will guide you through the following projects, and more, with confidence: Children's costumes Tablecloth and place mats Duvet cover Fleece scarf, hat, and jacket ensemble Teddy bear Window treatments Creative pillows Fabric touches almost everything in a person's daily life. Children cuddle up with pillows and soft toys and dress up in costumes for fun. People wear clothing to be comfortable, stay warm, and to be fashionable. People also appreciate and admire handmade heirlooms. When you finish your projects, wear them with pride, play in them, admire your work, and hand them down to your loved ones.

Author : Nancy Langdon
Publisher : Creative Publishing International
ISBN 13 : 1589238974
Total Pages : 315 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Singer: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, 3rd Edition written by Nancy Langdon and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2017-11-21 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With updated photography and techniques, this is the definitive guide to all things sewing, whether you're working with garments or decor

Author : Jeff Strong
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119986516
Total Pages : 399 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Woodworking For Dummies written by Jeff Strong and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2023-02-07 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make stunning furniture, shelves, and more, with this easy guide Woodworking For Dummies gives aspiring woodworkers step-by-step instructions for creating successful woodworking projects. Set your sights on creating beautiful wooden pieces, with your own two hands. Woodworking is a fun and fascinating hobby, and you’ll love developing your skills and enjoying the satisfaction of craftsmanship. This book explains, in simple terms, the basic tools you’ll need, the different types of wood you can work with, and the process of creating plans for a successful project. Start sawing, sanding, joining, and finishing wood projects you can be proud of. One-of-a-kind, handmade woodcrafts are excellent as additions to your home and gifts for others, and you can even start a small business selling your handiwork. This For Dummies primer makes this cool activity accessible to anyone. Start a new hobby, work with your hands, and see your visions come to life Learn about classic and cutting-edge woodworking tools Differentiate between the different kinds of wood and select the right materials for your project Become a woodworker with easy-to-use photos and instructions Even if you’ve never picked up a saw before, this For Dummies guide will help you get started—and it’s a great reference and refresher for those who already know what they’re doing, too.

Author : Cinnamon Miles
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1615645632
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sewing written by Cinnamon Miles and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-10-23 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Become more than so-so at sewing! Whether you want to make a quilt, re-upholster a chair seat, or fix a hem, sewing is one of the most essential and useful skills you can master. But if you've never even turned on a sewing machine before, learning to sew can seem like a daunting task. Not anymore! Geared toward the absolute beginner, Idiot's Guides: Sewing teaches the basics of sewing in a series of lessons using full-color, step-by-step illustrated instructions that enable you to clearly see how every technique is executed, from threading a sewing machine to reading a pattern. The lessons are accompanied by practice projects, allowing you to try out their newly learned skill. As the lessons become more advanced, so do the projects, giving you instant gratification as you become more proficient. This completely illustrated guide is an essential tool for any person who wants to learn to sew. Features include: • Tailored to the beginner who has never used a sewing machine before, with clear, easy-to-understand instructions. • Comprehensive, step-by-step, color instructions teach all the basic techniques of sewing, from threading a machine to various stitches and construction. • Practice projects throughout help the reader learn and practice techniques. • Handy guides teach how to read a pattern, choose and prepare fabrics, create seams and finishes, and more.

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Publisher : Creative Publishing Int'l
ISBN 13 : 9781610595698
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Complete Photo Guide to Sewing written by and published by Creative Publishing Int'l. This book was released on 2005 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Diana Hansen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781942915010
Total Pages : 116 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sewing for Beginners written by Diana Hansen and published by . This book was released on 2015-03-27 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you ever think you could have fun reading a book about learning how to sew? Diana Hansen's Sewing for Beginners is not only a book of step-by-step explanations and pictures teaching you how to repair and care for your clothes without a sewing machine, but you'll also find it full of "mommishness," witty candor, and down-home practicality. Who says learning has to be dull?

Author : Caroline Smith
Publisher : SearchPress+ORM
ISBN 13 : 1781264759
Total Pages : 446 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sewing for the Absolute Beginner written by Caroline Smith and published by SearchPress+ORM. This book was released on 2015-12-03 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn hand and machine sewing techniques and helpful advice to help you create twenty-five fun projects in this amazing guidebook for beginners. This clear and easy-to-follow guide is the ideal tool for the complete beginner to machine sewing. It is packed with sewing expert Caroline Smith’s helpful advice and twenty-five exciting projects, ranging from pillows and curtains, to an apron, children’s playtime tepee and tote bag. It covers all the equipment, tools, terminology and techniques a beginner needs to know, guiding readers from the basic hand stitches right through to more complex techniques. This is a new edition of a best-selling and much-loved title. “This book is an absolute gem! It’s full of really helpful advice and we love the way the techniques are coupled with projects, so that you learn it and then practise it. Some of our particular favourites are the Lined linen basket, Café curtain and Dining chair cover. . . . Highly recommended!” —My Creative Notebook

Author : Jan Saunders Maresh
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470623209
Total Pages : 439 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sewing For Dummies written by Jan Saunders Maresh and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-08-31 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most complete guide to sewing basics People are always looking for ways to cut expenses and be creative and stylish at the same time. Learning to sew is a great way to arm yourself with the skills to repair and create clothing and furnishings for yourself and your family for little to no cost. But learning how to sew and how to choose the tools and supplies to begin sewing can be confusing. Now, you can turn to this hands-on, friendly guide for the most up-to-date information, the best techniques, and fun projects for learning (or brushing up on) the art of sewing. Easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step illustrations make it easier to learn Fresh new patterns, projects, stitches, and techniques for fashion and the home Budget-conscious tips for breathing new life into existing garments Complete with a section on common sewing mistakes and how to avoid them, Sewing For Dummies, 3rd edition gives you the confidence and know-how to sew like a pro.