Crafts & Hobbies - Sewing

From bestselling author and internationally recognized quilt instructor Jan Krentz, the Spiral Lone Star Quilt, originally published in Lone Star Quilts and Beyond, is now available as a stand-alone pattern pack. This intricate and colorful quilt is fun to create and ideal for perfecting...

Through 18 projects shown by step-by-step photos, Catherine Newman and Nicole Blum teach kids ages 9-14 how to sew, knit, crochet, felt, embroider, and weave. Readers will learn to master six favorite fiber crafts with projects including: Woven patches A knitted backpack Embroidered merit...

Mastering the art of mending just requires a few simple hand-sewing techniques which can extend the life of your wardrobe and your favorite clothing. Stitch it, Don't Ditch It, will guide you through the fundamentals of mending, from the kit you'll need, how to...

This DIY sewing book presents a fabulous new collection of lightweight wraps that are easy to sew and look fantastic! Stylish Wraps Sewing Book provides full-sized patterns that can be used to create 22 timeless wraps to keep the chill off--and look great in...

This accessible beginner's guide covers everything you need to know to start quilting, featuring clear, step-by-step, photo-illustrated instructions. Want to learn how to quilt but are not sure how to start? With Super Easy Quilting for Beginners, adapted from the best-selling Quilting 101, you...

Inspire kids to put down their screens and get crafting with this family-friendly, photo-illustrated guide packed with projects and techniques. Adapted from Kids' Ultimate Craft Book from the Editors of Quarry Books, Super Fun Crafts for Kids gives you everything you need to help...

The most trusted guide to jacket tailoring on the market, Tailoring belongs on every sewer's bookshelf.Author: Editors of Creative Publishing InternatiPublisher: Quarry BooksPublished: 05/01/2011Pages: 128Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 10.90h x 8.20w x 0.50dISBN: 9781589236097Review Citation(s): Library Journal 07/01/2011 pg. 81About the AuthorThe editors of...

Bring History to Life Whether you wish you could time travel to the court of Versailles or the Highlands of Scotland, this comprehensive guide will walk you through how to make and wear your 18th century dream gown. Lauren Stowell and Abby Cox of...

The possibilities for three-dimensional manipulation of fabric - gathering, pleating, tucking, shirring, and quilting woven materials - are seemingly endless. To describe them all would be to describe the entire history of sewing. In The Art of manipulating Fabric, Colette Wolff has set herself...

In this beautiful book, master repairer, Molly Martin, champions the value of slow and sustainable fashion and the psychological benefits that go with it For Molly Martin, it all started with a pair of socks. Her favorite pair. When the heels became threadbare, her...

Sew 8 stylish, versatile garments with this essential beginner's guide to dressmaking, from best-selling author and teacher Julia Hincks. This fully illustrated, step-by-step guide contain all the techniques you need, plus four full-size (1000 x 700mm) pattern sheets for sizes US 2-26, (UK 6-30,...

The essential beginner's guide to machine sewing, with all key techniques shown step-by-step, and 8 simple-but-stunning projects to get you started. This is a fully illustrated, must-have guide, carefully structured to get you sewing straight away! In this complete course, ideal for absolute beginners,...

A friendly, thorough beginner's guide to sewing fundamentals for aspiring costumers, theatre enthusiasts, and crafting novices alike--rooted in decades of professional expertise. This is the ultimate guide for anyone eager to bring characters to life through costume -- no sewing experience required. Designed for...

Start off your kids on a lifelong sewing adventure with 14 boredom-busting projects they'll love to make. Starting with basic handmade cards and accessories to learn their machine, they'll work their way up to challenging projects like a notebook cover and drawstring backpack. With...

If you want to make gorgeous, quality bags with the professional edge that really makes the difference between home-made and handmade--open The Better Bag Maker by Nicole Mallalieu. In this how-to book accomplished bag maker, Nicole Mallalieu, reveals her high-end techniques, shortcuts, and secrets...

A collection of boro-inspired projects and techniques which celebrates this traditional Japanese textile and its relevance to the modern sewer and quilter. Learn about the history of boro and how it is being revived for a new audience using contemporary fabrics including denim, linen...

The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting is the ultimate reference for fitting test garments and transferring accurate adjustments to patterns. No matter what size or shape you are, wearing garments that fit perfectly makes you look and feel better. Rather than making commonly...

An Official Companion to the Downton Abbey Films and TV Series: An exclusive inside look at the intricate and glamorous costuming of the popular PBS series, with complete historical detail and beautiful imagery. An inside look at the intricate costuming of the popular PBS...

Patternmaker and sewing expert Elizabeth Haywood offers you a comprehensive sewing reference like no other. Are you comfortable with a sewing machine? Moved beyond the sewing basics? Here's the book you'll refer to again and again for reliable, practical, easy-to-follow advice.Among the many techniques...

The practical, pocket-sized dressmaking manual that every sewist needs. Tips, techniques and trusted advice on everything from threading your machine and selecting your fabric to fitting zips, darts, pockets and vents. Whether you are making your first garment or your fiftieth, this comprehensive mini...