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1	Sewing for Dummies more books like this by Janice Saunders Maresh add to wishlist Do you love to sew - or want to learn how? Then this book will have you in stitches in no time. There's nothing like the feeling of completing a project using beautiful fabrics and great timesaving tools and then sharing it with your family and friends. Plus, learning to sew will save you money too! Before long, you'll be stitching your own hems, ... see all copies from £5.96! new only from £6.44!
2	The Art of Manipulating Fabric Art of Manipulating Fabric more books like this by Colette Wolff add to wishlist This volume demonstrates the techniques for the three-dimensional manipulation of fabric. It categorizes the techniques showing how they are related, giving examples of both modern and traditional variations. The techniques show how to reconstruct a flat piece of cloth using only a threaded needle. see all copies from £15.94! new only from £15.94! \| first editions
3	Couture Sewing Techniques more books like this by Claire Shaeffer add to wishlist Covers sewing methods include how to hand stitch, finish edges and create closures, fit and shape, sew patch and bound pockets, tailor and line jackets, and construct and embellish eveningwear. see all copies from £10.59! new only from £11.64! \| signed copies
4	Weekend Sewing: More Than 40 Projects and Ideas for Inspired Stitching more books like this by Heather Ross, John Gruen (Photographer) add to wishlist "Weekend Sewing", inspired by the STC bestseller "Weekend Knitting", features unique sewing projects that can be completed in a weekend or less, plus fun ideas for incorporating sewing into a relaxed, creative lifestyle. Projects for both beginning and intermediate sewers include dresses for girls and women, pyjamas sized for the family, ... see all copies from £11.43! new only from £11.43!
5	Sewing 101 more books like this by Creative Publishing International add to wishlist Sewing is a modern-day primer on the basic skills and techniques of sewing. This book is geared toward the absolute novice and assumes you know little or nothing about the craft. Filled with lots of step-by-step photos, useful sewing tip sidebars, and a painstakingly detailed glossary, Sewing teaches you how to sew successfully. You will learn ... see all copies from £10.44! new only from £15.31!
6	It's a Wrap: Sewing Fabric Purses, Baskets, and Bowls more books like this by Susan Breier add to wishlist Helps you sew fabric strips into containers. Start with a plate shape to learn the technique, and experiment with four basic container styles to create round, oval, square, and other shapes. see all copies from £9.24! new only from £9.24!
7	Doodle-Stitching: Fresh & Fun Embroidery for Beginners more books like this by Aimee Ray add to wishlist Asian-inspired lampshades embellished with flying fish. Canvas sneakers decorated with pink and white swirls. A pretty pillow adorned with a sleeping bunny. All it takes to create these appealing projects - or add charming embroidered touches in no time at all - are a few simple stitches, some easy techniques and the nearly 30 projects in this ... see all copies from £4.10! new only from £7.18!
8	A Guide to Fashion Sewing more books like this by Connie Amaden-Crawford add to wishlist This new edition of the highly successful classic on fashion sewing retains the large helpful illustrations and easy-to-read text of previous editions. The text is organized in a step-by-step, start-to-finish style coupled by thousands of enhanced visuals. Amaden-Crawford helps the reader create fashionable and professional looking garments for ... see all copies from £7.48! new only from £42.12!
9	Claire Shaeffer's Fabric Sewing Guide more books like this by Claire Shaeffer add to wishlist This edition offers a comprehensive guide to the selection, wear, care and sewing of fabrics of all kinds. It has been updated to feature details on microfibres and information in the fast-changing arena of stabilizers and interfacings. Shaeffer examines the content and distinctive properties of each textile, from classic linen to novelty ... see all copies from £5.61! new only from £8.04! \| signed copies \| first editions
10	Best of Sewing Machine Fun for Kids more books like this by Nancy Smith, Lynda Milligan add to wishlist This is the book that every family needs! Imagine your children or grandchildren's pleasure and pride when they learn how to sew their own gifts and other projects. Now the award winning "I'll Teach Myself" Sewing Machine Fun series is available for the first time in one convenient volume! Sewing Machine Fun for Kids offers a delightful ... see all copies from £8.71! new only from £8.71! \| first editions
11 view cover	Bend-The-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew more books like this by Amy Karol add to wishlist Author Amy Karol, whose Angry Chicken is one of the best-loved craft blogs on the Web, brings stitchers everywhere a down-to-earth introduction to sewing, including thirty projects so adorable and cool they'll inspire anyone to pick up a needle and thread. Written with Amy's characteristic warmth and flair, you'll find information on basic ... see all copies from £11.59! new only from £11.59!
12 view cover	Sew Pretty Christmas Homestyle: Over 35 Irresistible Projects to Fall in Love with more books like this by David & Charles (Creator) add to wishlist Create beautiful yuletide accessories that enhance your home using stunningly simple but incredibly effective techniques.A Christmassy colour palette and lovable designs combine to create a festive and fun collection of over 35 projects.Easy-to-follow instructions, gorgeous colour photographs and delightful illustrations accompany each project ... see all copies from £6.03! new only from £7.16!
13 view cover	Serger Secrets: High-Fashion Techniques for Creating Great-Looking Clothes more books like this by Mary Griffin, Barbara Weiland, Pamela J Hastings add to wishlist A recent survey revealed that more than 70 percent of home sewers own a serger. For those who have mastered the basic and want a challenge, SERGER SECRETS provides instructions for adding more than 50 techniques to the sewer's arsenal. 500 color photos and 25 color illustrations. see all copies from £9.19! new only from £11.41! \| first editions
14 view cover	Daddy's Ties more books like this by Shirley Botsford add to wishlist An illustrated guide with step-by-step instructions to making sachets and ornaments, tiebacks, pillows and lampshades, belts, bags, hats and clothing, and many more ideas, all from cast-off neckties. see all copies from £5.98! new only from £8.10!
15	How to make sewing patterns more books like this by Donald H. McCunn add to wishlist see all copies from £23.05! new only from £46.58!
16 view cover	Complete Guide to Sewing (Revised & Updated) more books like this by Reader's Digest, Brenda Jackson, Ronald L McDonald add to wishlist This revised and updated edition of the 1981 volume contains updated photographs and artwork as well as new sections on sewing supplies, materials, and equipment; fabrics; a new color wheel; and metric as well as standard measurements. see all copies from £4.81! new only from £26.17! \| first editions
17 view cover	Shirtmaking more books like this by David Page Coffin add to wishlist With the skills learnt in this book, readers can create elegant, custom-fit garments for either men or women that look like the best money can buy. Using simple tools and techniques any sewer can acquire, you'll discover how to duplicate and even improve on these garments - and with a little practice, you'll soon be creating your own unique ... see all copies from £4.84! new only from £10.46! \| first editions
18 view cover	Rip It!: How to Deconstruct and Reconstruct the Clothes of Your Dreams more books like this by Elissa Meyrich add to wishlist Cool, crafty, and brimming over with creative ideas, this hands-on handbook shows readers how to give their clothes sass, sparkle, and their own signature style. see all copies from £6.24! new only from £6.24!
19 view cover	Patternmaking for fashion design more books like this by Helen Joseph Armstrong add to wishlist Renowned for its comprehensive coverage, exceptional illustrations, and clear instructions, Patternmaking for Fashion Design offers detailed yet easy-to-understand explanations of the essence of patternmaking. Hinging on a recurring theme that all designs are based on one or more of the three major patternmaking and design principles--dart ... see all copies from £30.48! new only from £32.16!
20 view cover	Sew Subversive: Down & Dirty DIY for the Fabulous Fashionista more books like this by Melissa Rannels, Melissa Alvarado, Hope Meng add to wishlist "Sew Subversive" is about making fashion your own, whether it's embellishing or customising off-the-rack clothing or transforming clothes that have lost that loving feeling. Learn in plain, fun language, how to sew, whether you're hand sewing, machine sewing, or, in a few cases, simply wielding a pair of scissors! The first three chapters lay the ... see all copies from £2.71! new only from £6.08!
21 view cover	Fast, Fun and Easy Fabric Bowls: 5 Reversible Shapes to Use and Display more books like this by Linda Johansen add to wishlist The five versatile bowls in this collection can be created in your own choice of fabric and colours. The designs include the easy round bowl and the fast square bowl. All the bowls are reversible and washable and are made using regular interfacing or Timtex to provide shaping and flexibility. see all copies from £6.05! new only from £6.08!
22 view cover	New Complete Guide to Sewing more books like this by Robert Dolezal, Reader's Digest add to wishlist This volume provides the guidance you need to sew successfully, whatever your level of skill. Comprehensive step-by-step instructions cover everything from cutting out patterns to making sleeves and fitting zips, and are accompanied by thousands of colourful illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. This encyclopaedia of sewing includes detailed ... see all copies from £14.18! new only from £14.51!
23 view cover	Making Vintage Bags: 20 Original Sewing Patterns for Vintage Bags and Purses more books like this by Emma Brennan add to wishlist Bags are a favourite accessory in every fashion-conscious girl's wardrobe, and because vintage is currently a key look from couture to high street, vintage accessorising is a great way to subtly add style to any outfit. The bags in this book draw inspiration from the elegance, glamour and sophistication of styles from the 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s. ... see all copies from £7.23! new only from £8.10!
24 view cover	Pattern Fitting with Confidence more books like this by Nancy Zieman add to wishlist Nancy Ziemanas pattern fitting approach is easy-- no cutting, slashing, tucking or pinching-- just logical and easy pivot-and-slide techniques, providing a painless method to follow that results in a garment that is comfortable and attractive. Once you learn Nancyas techniques for fitting, you will find it easy to make every garment you sew fit ... see all copies from £10.34! new only from £12.65!
25 view cover	Sewing with Sergers: The Complete Handbook for Overlock Sewing more books like this by Gail Brown, Pati Palmer add to wishlist Beginning sergers will benefit from this introductory guide to the serger machine and basic serging techniques. Information on the function of a serger and instructions on machine maintenance are provided along with step-by-step guidelines on sewing straight lines and curves, turning corners, and creating professional-looking seams. Additional ... see all copies from £4.22! new only from £4.22!

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	High Fashion Sewing Secrets from the World's Best Designers: A Step-By-Step Guide to Sewing Stylish Seams, Buttonholes, Pockets, Collars, Hems, and More by Claire Shaeffer see all from £11.66! new only from £12.17!
	The Complete Book of Sewing Shortcuts by Claire Shaeffer see all from £5.61!
	The Complete Serger Handbook by Chris James see all from £7.49! new only from £9.50!
	Subversive Seamster: Transform Thrift Store Threads Into Street Couture by Melissa Alvarado, Hope Meng, Melissa Rannels see all from £7.80! new only from £8.18!
	Making Handbags & Purses: 50 Patterns & Designs from Casual to Corporate by Carol Parks see all from £7.11! new only from £12.21!
	Fast, Fun and Easy Fabric Boxes: Eight Great Designs -- Unlimited Possibilities by Linda Johansen see all from £5.61! new only from £7.29!