Get hands-on experience with this guide to the basics of hand sewing. Beautiful and practical, learn this versatile craft through step-by-step techniques, covering everything from construction to decorative stitches.


Discover the basics of machine sewing in this essential guide for the aspiring seamstress. This little book, with clear jargon-free techniques, will have even the newest sewer creating pretty projects in no time! Learn how to chose the perfect machine for you, and much more!


Discover the wonderful world of felt with this little guide which covers everything from the basics of felt sewing and the qualities of felt fabrics, to ingenious projects which utilise the fabric in many fun and practical ways.


Appliqué

by David & Charles Editors

Published 28 October 2010

Unleash your creativity with this book covering all of the basics of applique sewing and design! This highly adaptable skill is described in step-by-step detail, with easy to follow projects, professional tips, fun variations and ideas.

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Embellishments

by David & Charles Editors

Published 28 October 2010

Learn the basics of embellishing in this fun and easy to follow guide. Covering the benefits of different types of decoration, such as buttons, trimmings, beads and sequins, you will find out how to securely attach buttons and much more.


How to Sew - Sashiko

by David & Charles Editors

Published 28 October 2010

Sashiko, the traditional Japanese technique of needlework quilting, uses simple running stitch to create beautifully decorative patterns ideal for patchwork, quilting and embroidery. This little book describes everything you need to begin stitching.


Basics

by David & Charles Editors

Published 28 October 2010

This brilliant little guide covers all the essential basics of sewing, including how to choose the best fabrics and threads for projects, in clear and simple points. Learn skills in amazing sewing crafts such as cross-stitch, patchwork and quilting. This book provides all you need to know to start your own projects today, including indispensable advice for inserting zips and making and using bias bindings.


Never again settle for plain hand-sewn projects! Add your own unique colour and style and adorn your projects with a variety of gorgeous decorative stitches. This essential book is complete with easy to follow techniques, diagrams and tips.


Bead Embroidery

by David & Charles Editors

Published 28 October 2010

Covering the basics of beading, including how to select the perfect beads, threads and colours, essential techniques, using embroidery hoops and bead suppliers this book is not to be missed! The endless creative possibilities of beading are explored here.

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