Unleash your inner seamstress!
There's so much to love about sewing, from the excitement of creating your own fashions to the savings from DIY home décor. But there's also lots to learn. After all, you don't want projects to look DIY. And that's where new seamstresses sometimes get tangled up.
Packed with tons of stitch-by-stitch instructions, clear illustrations, tips and techniques, and fantastic projects, this helpful guide gives you're a sure path from start to success. In it, you get:
* A primer on hand and machine sewing, including basic stitched you'll use again and again.
* Tips for sewing seams, from standard to flat-felled, French to curved, with easy instructions for creative seam edge finishes.
* Pointers on using darts, pleats, tucks, gathering, and ruffles to add texture and pizzaz.
* The fundamentals of fabrics, along with information on finishing with trims and fasteners.
* Guidance on all things garments, including demystifying patterns, taking accurate body measurements, and customizing ready-to-wear items.
* Seventeen easy-to-make projects to perfect your skills, including an Easy-Peasy Apron, a Hobo Bag, Fun Flannel Pants, a Pop-Up Storage Cube, a Double-Bind Pillow, and more!
