Crafts & Hobbies - Sewing

A complete course in machine-sewing for children aged 7+ years Sewing is a skill that has so many benefits for children and can give them real pride in their achievements. Angela Pressley has been teaching children to sew for 15 years, and knows how...

A STEP-BY-STEP course to using a sewing machine, including 11 PROJECTS to make to put your skills into practice plus 7 full-size pull-out patterns: make pillows, drapes, clothes, and more. Many sewing machines only come with a difficult-to-understand technical manual. Here, Jane Bolsover makes...

Get to Know Your Sewing Machine From Top to Bobbin In this must-have guide, seamstress and sewing guru Jessica Shaw will jump-start your sewing journey. Perfect for beginners, this book will walk you through all the basics. You'll learn about the anatomy of your...

Whether using new fabrics or upcycling or repurposing an existing quilt, orphan blocks or fabric scraps, Making Quilted Patchwork Jackets instructs you through each step of the process to handcraft a quilted jacket. You will learn to properly position blocks, add appliqué elements, layer,...

For kids who have mastered hand sewing, machine sewing opens up exciting new possibilities! Sewing School (R)2 offers 20 creative projects designed for children ages 7 and up, including cloth pencil cases, purses, wall pockets, and even a fabric guitar. Illustrated step-by-step instructions show...

Discover 18 contemporary, unisex sewing projects made from heavy duty fabrics that are stylish, elegant and designed to last a lifetime. Every project in this stunning book features heavy duty fabrics, including canvas, waxed cotton, leather and upholstery-weight: fabrics that are functional but elegant,...

Learn how to repurpose leftover fabrics and make a Scandi-inspired wardrobe with Sewing with Scraps. Home sewing can create a lot of natural wastage, and it can be tricky to find ways to use leftover fabric pieces. Sewing with Scraps will show you how...

Praised as "the best sewing book for anyone who wants to make great clothes" by Dawn O'Porter, Sewing Your Perfect Capsule Wardrobe is the ultimate guide to creating a versatile, personalized wardrobe. This book combines timeless fashion with the art of sewing, helping you...

35 hat patterns for every age, gender, and fashion senseSewn Hats is a collaboration of hat designs from 29 of the industry's most-loved fabric designers, pattern designers, and bloggers. The collection features a variety of hat patterns for all genders, sizes, ages, and fashion...

Elevate your sewing skills to a new level with this guide to creating elegant, custom-fit shirts for both men and women. This comprehensive guide breaks down the art of shirtmaking with techniques used by the world's top shirtmakers, helping you craft garments that fit...

Shizuko Kuroha's Japanese Patchwork Quilting Patterns infuses a cherished American craft with an exquisite Japanese sense of color, detail, and design. This book brings a fresh eye to classic patchwork patterns in a way that is delighting quilters all around the world today. Here,...

35 STYLISH step-by-step EMBROIDERY PROJECTS from expert crafter LAURA STRUTT. Includes an ILLUSTRATED GUIDE to essential embroidery stitches. Combine floss and creativity to transform plain fabric into stunning artwork and accessories. In Simple Embroidery, Laura Strutt presents 35 chic and contemporary projects that range...

Simple Sashiko is a collection of 20 easy projects, decorated with striking geometric embroidery.Sashiko, meaning 'little stabs', uses evenly spaced running stitches to create eye-catching geometric patterns. Originally employed as a form of darning to mend clothes, it is now a popular form of...

Unleash your creativity and become the successful do-it-yourself sewer you've always wanted to be! Using the tips, techniques, and 30 assorted sewing projects in this book, you'll be able to create custom household items and gifts in no time. Whip up accessories, decorations, baby...

An insider's secrets to tailoring and making alterations. Master the basics and more with Simple Tailoring & Alterations, a practical guide written by an accomplished costume maker and theatrical tailor. With over thirty years experience in the garment industry, J. Francois-Campbell knows every tailoring...

Sashiko: the needlework form of both decorative and functional embroidery developed in Japan many centuries ago. With just four key materials needed--needle, thread, thimble and fabric--Sashiko stitches have long been a favorite for quilting and embroidery. Today, the style is popular in the visible...

Discover the joy of embroidery with wool! In this fresh collection of botanical-inspired motifs, artist and author Yumiko Higuchi combines wool thread with cotton floss for a modern twist on embroidery.Wool creates fluffy, three-dimensional embroidery with a soft, warm texture. Because of its voluminous...

This book is an independent user guide created for educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Singer(R). All product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.Designed as a practical user guide, Singer 4411 Heavy Duty...

This book is an independent publication and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Singer(R) or its affiliates. Singer(R) and Featherweight(TM) are registered trademarks of their respective owners and are used for descriptive and educational purposes only.Unlock the full potential of your...

Slöjd is a book for anyone who craves making something with their hands! Slöjd is Swedish for handicrafts. But it's so much more than making things with your hands. In Sweden, slöjd is a compulsory subject taught to all schoolchildren. From a young age,...