The Sewing Book New Edition: Over 300 Step-by-Step Techniques
£14.00£23.80 (-41%)
This is the only sewing reference you will ever need, with step-by-step photographs to show you how to sew absolutely everything!
Whether you are sewing clothes, making soft furnishings, or doing alterations, master every hand sewing and machine sewing technique with close-up photographs and clear instructions to demystify the trickiest techniques. Choose from 10 stylish projects to practise your skills. With in-depth coverage of tools, techniques, and fabric, this is the ultimate sewing bible for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike.
Fully illustrated and easy to use, this sewing book covers all the essential skills and techniques for successful hand and machine-sewing. It’s a must-have for beginners and expert stitchers alike.
Comprehensive step-by-step instructions cover everything from cutting out patterns to making sleeves and stitching hems. Accompanied by close-up photographs, clear instructions, and a glossary of sewing terminology to demystify even the trickiest technique. This book will help you advance from a sewing learner to a seasoned stitcher in no time.
Inside the pages of this sewing guide, you’ll find:
– Up-to-date techniques to help you master the art of sewing and develop your stitching skills.
– How to choose and use today’s sewing equipment, fabrics, and paper patterns.
– 10 new projects for stylish homeware and clothing.
– Step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions.
All the techniques and projects are graded by difficulty level, from the simple and straightforward to the more complex and challenging ones. There are 10 new, stylish projects to help you put into practice what you’ve learned. Explore in-depth descriptions on more than 100 tools, 250 techniques, and browse an updated visual directory of more than 50 fabrics. From basic sewing kits and cutting tools, to measuring tools and marking aids, this book will also help you get properly kitted out! Zoomed-in photographs of hand and machine tools show you the best equipment for the job and teaches you exactly how to use it.
We will guide you through every hand stitch, machine stitch, and sewing technique you’ll ever need. We’ve included the best way to seam and hem, and put in linings, fasteners, darts, pleats, and pockets, and how to create necklines, collars, and sleeves, so you can make your favourite bespoke outfits.
This is your complete guide to sewing absolutely everything, from altering clothes to home decor.
At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.
So why stop there? If you like The Sewing Book, why not try The Crochet Book and hone in on your creativity even more!
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Additional information
| Publisher | DK, 2nd edition (1 Feb. 2018) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Hardcover | 400 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0241313635 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241313633 |
| Dimensions | 23.5 x 3.1 x 28.3 cm |
by Amazon Customer
The book is very good with clear step by step instructions and photographs. Ideal for beginners with all the different tools and techniques. Also shows how to use patterns.
by Amazon Customer
The book due to poor packaging arrived slightly damaged. Book is very good and informative.
by snowgran
This is a great book, diagrams very good, simple to follow. The only downside for me was the weight of it. Would definitely recommend.
by Gaynor Wood
I wanted a ‘how to…’ book to learn basic sewing techniques and this is perfect. Covering a huge array of topics there’s everything you need to sew. It’s really well laid out and describes everything in clear plain English. There are helpful pictures that show you what is being described which is really useful when you’re trying something new. This book is really good value for money and would make a great gift for someone starting sewing.
by isabelism01
I’ve been a huge fan of DK books for many years and my sons who are now in their late 20’s were brought up on DK books and in fact 90% of their book collection was DK. This sewing book didn’t disappoint, in good old DK style you get the larger than life colourful pictures with everything labelled and step by step explanations & instructions even a complete beginner would be able to get started straight away. I have been sewing for as long as I can remember but usually only made cushion covers, table cloths, curtains, duvet covers and clothes etc however last year I’d taken quite an interest in quilting and as I’ve got a serger & also updated my old sewing machine for a much more modern one I thought I’d treat myself to a new sewing book too. This DK book replaces several other sewing books I have and yet covers far more than what all of them put together covered, it covers the basics for everything you need to know to get started and more or if like me you simply want to be updated or freshen your memory this is the book to do it. It’s by far one of my favourite sewing books and is the type of book you would go back to over and over again just for reference especially if you need to source a stitch type or embroidery pattern or foot etc that you haven’t used for some time this is a great book to have. Very pleased with my book.
by Jakub P Bubela
This is a great reference book and just what I was looking for. As a beginner I find instructions in dressmaking patterns can be confusing, so I bought this to support that and it is just right for my needs. Has a good section on tools and fabric types (fabric can be confusing). A good section on basic functional stitches, seams and hems. Large section on altering patterns and then the techniques on garment construction. Mostly aimed at dressmaking. Lots of step by step pics making it easy to see what to do. This is definitely a reference book, not a project book, but does have some projects you can do if you wish. If you are looking for a project book this might not be for you. If you are looking for a craft book, this may not be for you. If you want to know techniques to construct garments and alter them for a better fit, this is definitely a must buy.
by Jakub P Bubela
I am a beginner hobby sewist and got this book as a reference. The overall layout of the book is wonderful, not intimidating nor too boring for someone who’s still learning about sewing. This book covers almost all of the basics with difficulty levels identified for each techique. I do wish this has a section for stitch issues and how to resolve them because i believe it’s one of the basics one should learn.
by isabelism01
I used to make clothes, & soft furnishings but have got out of practice and bought this book in hopes of some inspiration. I was really impressed by how clear and thorough it is and by the range of topics it covers – so much so that I bought another copy for my daughter who is a sewing newbie and absolutely loves this book.