Book Review Sew Me Sewing Basics

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Sew Me! Sewing Basics is geared towards would-be sewers of all ages, who may never have touched a sewing machine or even threaded a needle before. Its the perfect book for anyone who wants to get started in the craft, or just needs a quick refresher course in sewing. Choly Knights friendly and easy-to-follow directions will get readers sewing with confidence, making repairs and creating new garments from scratch. She starts at the very beginning, showing how to choose a sewing machine and introducing the most basic techniques and short cuts. From cutting patterns and sewing seams, to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing readers to learn as they sew. 36 simple and straightforward projects are provided for sewing fun accessories from plushies, pincushions and placemats to hand towels and hats.

Publisher: Design Originals (7 Feb 2014)

ISBN-10: 1574214233

ISBN-13: 978-1574214239

About the Author

Choly Knight has her finger on the pulse of what today's crafters really want. A power-seller on Etsy.com, she is the author of three additional sewing books from Fox Chapel Publishing. Choly has been crafting for as long as she can remember, and has drawn, painted, sculpted and taped everything in sight. She took up sewing at age 12 and knitting at 21. After going to college to study English and Studio Art, she now enjoys trying to find numerous different ways to combine all of her passions of writing, fine art, and craft art.

                                                                                                                                                   

Contents

Introduction

Getting Started

Attitudes Behind a Sewing Machine

Buying a Sewing Machine

Fabrics

A Bit on Colour and Design Theory

Sewing Tools

Your Sewing Space

Preventing Injuries

Get to Know Your Machine

Prepping your Sewing Machine

Your Machine Stitches

How to Follow the Projects

Chapter One

Simple First Time Techniques

Your First Seam

Your First Project: Pillow Sham

Dealing with Mistakes

Hand Sewing

Bellflower Pincushion

Appliqué

Sweetly Scented Sachet

Sewing Curves

Marvelous Mr & Mrs Cat

Chapter Two

Developing Fabric Skills

Interfacing

Chic Placemats

Gathering Fabric

Fabric Flower

Binding

eat Bound Napkins

Chapter Three

Adding Notions and Closures

Hook and Loop Tape

Belt Loop MP3 Player Holder

Installing Snaps

In a Snap Wallet

Buttons and Buttonholes

Handy Hand Towels

Zippers

Quick Zip Pouch

Grommets and Eyelets

Convenient Coin Pouch

Chapter Four

Easy Wearable Accessories

Taking Body Measurements

Radical Wrist Cuff

Elastic

Snuggly Ruffled Scarf

Sewing Knit Fabrics

Kitty Hat

Index

                                                                                                                                             

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Disclosure: The lovely people at GMC Group sent me this book to review. I am not being paid for writing this review. All my reviews are honest and on things that I genuinely love and would recommend to my readers.

Book Review Sew Me Sewing Home Decor

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Sew Me! Sewing Home Décor is geared towards would-be sewers of all ages, who may never have touched a sewing machine or even threaded a needle before. Its the perfect book for anyone who wants to create handmade home decor to match a personal taste or lifestyle. Decorating a living space has never been easier, with simple and straightforward projects designed to help readers learn as they sew. Choly Knights friendly advice, clear directions, and easy-to-use patterns take the guesswork out of sewing. Aspiring sewers will gain confidence as they learn to make beautiful accoutrements like duvet covers, storage cubes, modern quilts and window treatments, starting with very easy projects and moving on to more challenging designs.

Publisher: Design Originals (7 Feb 2014)

ISBN-10: 1574215043

ISBN-13: 978-1574215045

About the Author

Choly Knight has her finger on the pulse of what today's crafters really want. A power-seller on Etsy.com, she is the author of three additional sewing books from Fox Chapel Publishing. Choly has been crafting for as long as she can remember, and has drawn, painted, sculpted and taped everything in sight. She took up sewing at age 12 and knitting at 21. After going to college to study English and Studio Art, she now enjoys trying to find numerous different ways to combine all of her passions of writing, fine art, and craft art.

                                                                                                                                           

Contents

Introduction

Getting Started

Sew Me Home Decor Projects

Creative Coasters

Homey Hanging Organiser

Reversible Duvet Covet

Cute Cube Storage Boxes

Ruffled Pillow Cover

Modernist Quilt

Curtains for Windows or Shower

Index

                                                                                                                                                

Sew Me Sewing Home Decor is available from Amazon

Disclosure: The lovely people at GMC Group sent me this book to review. I am not being paid for writing this review. All my reviews are honest and on things that I genuinely love and would recommend to my readers.

Book Review Sewing Pretty Little Things

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Sewing Pretty Little Things shows how to use small pieces of fabric to make big impressions. This book is packed with creative ideas for using fabric scraps and remnants in classic, beautiful designs. The authors show how to give new purpose to a special piece of fabric, by transforming it into an attractive coin purse, an elegant wallet, or a handy clutch. With original projects like journal covers, travel slippers, key fobs, cosmetic cases and even backpacks, readers are sure to find a use for all kinds of fabrics and patterns. Stunning colour photographs illustrate the potential of the craft. Step-by-step instructions make each project easy to create with whatever material is at hand.

Publisher: Design Originals (7 Feb 2014)

ISBN-10: 1574216112

ISBN-13: 978-1574216110

About the Author

Cherie Lee has a long history of sewing and designing stunning handmade items in her native Taiwan. In 2006, Cherie established her own handmade brand, Love · Catmint and began attending many creative design events and festivals, which she continues to participate in as both guest and presenter today. In 2008, Cherie began to focus her handmade projects on cozy accessories inspired by soft fabrics. Since starting her sewing journey, Cherie has been featured in the news and in several magazines, and has published two sewing books on indoor shoes. In 2012, she established Catmint Studio, where she spends her days working on her next batch of impressive projects. Through her brand Love · Catmint, Cherie shares the comfort and happiness of soft handmade goods with her customers, friends and family. Visit www.lovecatmint.com.

                                                                                                                                           

About the Author
Publishers Note
Editors Note
Introduction
Gallery of Projects
Instructions

Bags
Working Girls Shoulder Bag
Evening Bag
Drawstring Bucket Purse
Weekend Bag
Casual Day Trip Bag
Lunch Bag
Everything Bag
Travel Purse
Vintage Gold Clasped Purse
Backpack

Clutches and Accessories
Compartment Clutch
Chic Coin Purse
Travel Notebook
Gold Clasped Make up Bag
Handy Wristlet

Essential Techniques
Index
                                                                                                                                                

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Book Review The Wedding Dress

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Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. You've planned every detail down to the nth degree, but you still cant find The One. No, not your husband-to-be. The dress! The one item of clothing you'll cherish more than any other in your lifetime. So why spend months trawling boutiques, getting flustered by unhelpful sales assistants, when you could design your very own perfect, made-to-measure dress? Professional dressmaker Becky Drinan will guide you through the entire process. You will be given advice on dresses to suit every body shape. You will also be given all the information you need on equipment, fabrics, sewing techniques and how to work from and alter patterns. Finally, youll discover three gorgeous gowns, a lace boler and a selection of veils to make, with accompanying pull-out pattern sheets enclosed in a pocket at the back of the book. You can either follow the step-by-step instructions to the letter in order to create the exact dress (or dresses, why not have more than one on the day?), or you can make changes to the bodice, skirt or sleeves using the techniques explained to make it individual to you. Whichever you choose, with this book youll be in control and soon the proud owner of your very own dream wedding dress.

Publisher: GMC (7 Feb 2014)

ISBN-10: 1861089104

ISBN-13: 978-1861089106

About the Author

Becky Drinan graduated from Wimbledon School of Art having studied Costume Interpretation and has since produced fine costumes for both film and theatre. Now, from her studio in a quite village in Sussex, Becky designs and hand crafts beautiful bespoke gowns and wedding dresses.

                                                                                                                                                    

Contents

Introduction

How to Use this Book

Chapter One

Getting Inspired

Choosing a Dress Style

Good Foundations

Sketching a Design

Choosing Fabric

Embellishment and Jewellery

Chapter Two

Getting Started

Equipment and Materials

Getting Measured Up

How to Use the Patterns

Making a Toile

Preparing your Dress Fabric

Seam Basics

Seam Finishes

Hems

Hand Sewing

Darts

Boning

Fastenings

Corsages

Net Underskirts

Chapter Three

The Bridal Wear

Amelie

Celeste

Florence

Antique Lace Bolero

Choosing and Making a Veil

Glossary

Suppliers

Acknowledgement

Index

                                                                                                                                                     

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isclosure: The lovely people at GMC Group sent me this book to review. I am not being paid for writing this review. All my reviews are honest and on things that I genuinely love and would recommend to my readers.

Book Review Nicky Epstein's Signature Scarves

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Nicky Epstein's Signature Scarves delivers what fans of knitting, and of Nicky, crave: her hallmark embellished style, her most popular techniques and more than 30 of her beautiful, unique designs. Nicky's delightful and inspiring patterns range from a tweedy wrap with appliquéd leaves to a scarf sprinkled with bright knitted yo-yos, and others that use mosaic stitch, felting and shibori.

Paperback: 152 pages

Publisher: Sixth&Spring (7 Feb 2014)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1936096684

ISBN-13: 978-1936096688

About the Author

Nicky Epstein is a knitwear designer, author of numerous bestselling books on knitting, and a popular teacher who travels nationally and internationally to lecture and give workshops on knitting technique. In 2005, she received a prestigious award from The National Needle Arts Association, and a year later her work was featured in a retrospective fashion show at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City.

                                                                                                                                                  

Contents

Introduction

Majestic Fair Isle

Patchwork Floral

Winter Roses

Tudor Lace

Heathered Leaf Wrap

Moorish Medallion

Woven Stripes

Tea Rose

Bullets

Oak Leaves

Bubble Waves

Bada Bing

Cabled Scarf with Unraveled Fringe

Royal Crowns

Celtic Glory

Skull Face Mosaic

Yo-Yos

Chakra

Marilyn

Into the Woods

Kookie Cutter Felt

Carriage Cowl

Classic Shibori

Cloud Ten

Silver Anniversary

Mosaic

Mouse Trap

Holiday Doves

Hot Wheels

Initial Signature

Shawl  Collar Cable Point

Chain Gang

11 Professore

How to Tie a Scarf

Scarf Edgings

Techniques

Abbreviations

Acknowledgements

Resources

Index

                                                                                                                                                    

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Disclosure: The lovely people at GMC Group sent me this book to review. I am not being paid for writing this review. All my reviews are honest and on things that I genuinely love and would recommend to my readers.