Sewing For Dummies
4th Edition
Published on 7. November 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
432 pages
978-1-394-27955-5 (ISBN)
Description
Learn the basic skills and techniques you need for successful hand and machine sewing
Over the past ten years, interest in sewing has grown. If want to learn how to sew or to improve your skills, Sewing For Dummies 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.
Learn hand and machine sewing skills, starting with the basics and working your way up
Choose the right sewing machine for your needs and follow step-by-step tutorials to master its use
Makes repairs and alterations to keep your wardrobe current
Learn about online sewing resources and get ideas for finding fabric and patterns
This 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.
Over the past ten years, interest in sewing has grown. If want to learn how to sew or to improve your skills, Sewing For Dummies 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.
Learn hand and machine sewing skills, starting with the basics and working your way up
Choose the right sewing machine for your needs and follow step-by-step tutorials to master its use
Makes repairs and alterations to keep your wardrobe current
Learn about online sewing resources and get ideas for finding fabric and patterns
This 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.
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Edition
4th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
Width: 184 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
594 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-394-27955-5 (9781394279555)
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Jan Saunders Maresh
Sewing For Dummies
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08/2010
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Jan Saunders Maresh is a nationally recognized sewing authority, educator, and journalist. She has worked as the Education Director for the White Sewing Machine Company and the Director of Consumer Education for JoAnn Fabrics and Crafts. She's the best-selling author of 19 books covering the many aspects of sewing and instruction.
Content
Foreword xiii
Introduction 1
About This Book 1
Foolish Assumptions 3
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 4
Where to Go from Here 4
Part 1: Ready set sew! 5
Chapter 1: The World of Sewing from 30,000 Feet 7
Chapter 2: Tooling Around: Assembling Your Sewing Kit 19
Chapter 3: Fabrics, Findings, and Interfacings ... Oh My! 43
Chapter 4: Pondering Patterns in the 21st Century 61
Part 2: Going to Sewing School: Getting the Hang of the Basic Skills 87
Chapter 5: Taking the First Steps of Your Sewing Adventure 89
Chapter 6: Securing Sensational Seams 117
Chapter 7: Hemming Almost Anything by Hand and Machine 147
Chapter 8: Playing Around: Sewing for Kids, Pets, and the Kid in You 163
Part 3: Strutting the Runway: Fashion Sewing 101 191
Chapter 9: Shaping Your Silhouette 193
Chapter 10: Zip It Button It Close It 213
Chapter 11: What is Up Your Sleeves? 235
Chapter 12: Pockets: More Than Just a Place to Put Your Hands 255
Part 4: Casa Couture: Sewing for Your Home 269
Chapter 13: Decorating on Demand: Home Decor Sewing 271
Chapter 14: Tablescaping with Terrific Table Toppers 279
Chapter 15: Personalizing Praiseworthy Pillows 291
Chapter 16: Brightening Up Your Bedroom 311
Part 5: Makeover Magic: Mending, Alterations, and Quick Fixes for a Sustainable Wardrobe 327
Chapter 17: Fitting Finesse: Altering Clothes for All Shapes and Sizes 329
Chapter 18: Sewing SOS: "Help, I Ripped My ______" 347
Chapter 19: Sustainable Restyling: Giving Existing Garments New Life 365
Part 6: the Part of Tens 385
Chapter 20: Ten Rookie Sewing Mistakes to Avoid 387
Chapter 21: Ten Tips for Buying and Maintaining a Sewing Machine and Serger 393
Chapter 22: Ten ABCs of Sewing 401
Index 407
Introduction 1
About This Book 1
Foolish Assumptions 3
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 4
Where to Go from Here 4
Part 1: Ready set sew! 5
Chapter 1: The World of Sewing from 30,000 Feet 7
Chapter 2: Tooling Around: Assembling Your Sewing Kit 19
Chapter 3: Fabrics, Findings, and Interfacings ... Oh My! 43
Chapter 4: Pondering Patterns in the 21st Century 61
Part 2: Going to Sewing School: Getting the Hang of the Basic Skills 87
Chapter 5: Taking the First Steps of Your Sewing Adventure 89
Chapter 6: Securing Sensational Seams 117
Chapter 7: Hemming Almost Anything by Hand and Machine 147
Chapter 8: Playing Around: Sewing for Kids, Pets, and the Kid in You 163
Part 3: Strutting the Runway: Fashion Sewing 101 191
Chapter 9: Shaping Your Silhouette 193
Chapter 10: Zip It Button It Close It 213
Chapter 11: What is Up Your Sleeves? 235
Chapter 12: Pockets: More Than Just a Place to Put Your Hands 255
Part 4: Casa Couture: Sewing for Your Home 269
Chapter 13: Decorating on Demand: Home Decor Sewing 271
Chapter 14: Tablescaping with Terrific Table Toppers 279
Chapter 15: Personalizing Praiseworthy Pillows 291
Chapter 16: Brightening Up Your Bedroom 311
Part 5: Makeover Magic: Mending, Alterations, and Quick Fixes for a Sustainable Wardrobe 327
Chapter 17: Fitting Finesse: Altering Clothes for All Shapes and Sizes 329
Chapter 18: Sewing SOS: "Help, I Ripped My ______" 347
Chapter 19: Sustainable Restyling: Giving Existing Garments New Life 365
Part 6: the Part of Tens 385
Chapter 20: Ten Rookie Sewing Mistakes to Avoid 387
Chapter 21: Ten Tips for Buying and Maintaining a Sewing Machine and Serger 393
Chapter 22: Ten ABCs of Sewing 401
Index 407