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Ultimate Sewing Bible

Author : Marie Clayton

Publisher : Collins & Brown

Page : 945 pages

File Size : 17,52 MB

Release : 2016-05-12

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1911163299

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Book Description

Sewing is an extremely rewarding hobby. With so many different fabrics, embellishments and trimmings now available on the high street and online, it is easier than ever to create unique clothes and home furnishings. Now available in paperback, this best-selling title is THE essential guide to sewing. Each chapter is devoted to one key area of sewing and provides clear and concise in-depth instructions along with step-by-step instructions for basic principles and more advanced sewing techniques. Learn about materials and equipment, and choosing the right machine to work for you in chapter one, then move onto fabrics and patterns in the following chapter. Once you’re comfortable with the basic stitches, seams and techniques, learn how to make clothing, accessories and soft furnishings. With this book by your side, you will soon be able to make anything from a commercial pattern, and will also know how to alter patterns to suit your style. With a section on care and repair, you will find out how to look after and fix homemade and store-bought items. And if it can’t be fixed, learn how fabric and trimmings can be reused or upcycled into something else. This comprehensive guide offers a glossary of sewing terms, clear instructions and hundreds of illustrations and diagrams showing each stage of the sewing process. It’ll be the one resource that you will turn to time and time again.



Ultimate Sewing Bible

Author : Marie Clayton

Publisher : Anova Books

Page : 332 pages

File Size : 15,85 MB

Release : 2008-01-21

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781843404118

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Book Description

Certain challenges are often faced when learning how to sew. As a beginner, you must acquire a basic understanding and the necessary tools and equipment. As you gain interest and finesse your technique, you become aware of the principles behind each technique. As an expert, your boundaries are limited only by your imagination. Each chapter is devoted to one key area of sewing and provides clear and concise in-depth instructions along with step-by-step instructions for both basic principles and more advanced sewing techniques. Learn about materials and equipment, and choosing the right machine to work for you in chapter one, then move onto fabrics and patterns in the following chapter. Once you're comfortable with the basics, learn how to make clothing and soft furnishings. This comprehensive guide also offers clear instructions and hundreds of illustrations and diagrams show each stage of the sewing process. It’ll be the one resource that you will turn to time and time again.



Ultimate Knitting Bible

Author : Sharon Brant

Publisher : Collins & Brown

Page : 964 pages

File Size : 10,93 MB

Release : 2016-10-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1911163329

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Now available in paperback, this best-selling title is THE essential guide to knitting. Whether you want to knit socks, use sequins and embroidery to embellish knitting, adapt a pattern to fit you beautifully or produce the perfect pocket, you can find out how to do it here. A comprehensive chapter on finishing your projects shows you how to get that really professional look and if you do make a mistake, just flip to the ‘Troubleshooting’ chapter to see how to fix it. Each chapter of this essential guide is devoted to one key area of knitting and provides clear and concise in-depth instructions along with step-by-step instructions for basic principles and more advanced techniques. Learn the basic knit and purl stitches, along with cast ons and cast offs, and in no time you will also be increasing and decreasing with ease. Once you’re comfortable with the basic stitches, explore structure and shaping, texture, colourwork, embellishments, finishing and learn how to design and adapt patterns. This comprehensive guide offers a useful section on crochet for knitting, a glossary of terms, clear instructions and hundreds of illustrations and diagrams showing each stage of the process. It’ll be the one resource that you will turn to time and time again. Over 20,000 copies sold worldwide.



Ultimate Paper Craft Bible

Author : Marie Clayton

Publisher : Pavilion

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 39,42 MB

Release : 2017-09-07

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781911163428

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Book Description

This volume in Collins & Brown’s bestselling Ultimate series reveals all the techniques you need to begin making beautiful projects with paper. The book covers all the basic papercraft techniques, many of which can be achieved using only paper, scissors and glue. There is even a chapter on materials as well as a useful tools section for more advanced papercrafting techniques. Once you've got the basics covered, you will be amazed at the variety of paper techniques there are to explore. Various paper treatments are covered in the sections on colouring, decorating and texturing. You will learn how to make beautiful cards for family and friends in the cardmaking chapter, and add a special personal touch to gifts by making your own envelopes, giftwrap and gift boxes. The scrapbooking chapter is packed full of ideas on ways to preserve memories of trips and events. Decorative techniques can be found in the papercutting and origami chapters, and there is a final chapter on other papercrafts which includes techniques such as papier maché, decoupage, quilling and advice on the best ways to make your own paper.



Ultimate Quilting Bible

Author : Marie Clayton

Publisher : Anova Books

Page : 312 pages

File Size : 40,11 MB

Release : 2009-07

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781843405023

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Book Description

Certain challenges are often faced when learning how to quilt. As a beginner, you must acquire a basic understanding and the necessary tools and equipment. As you gain interest and improve, your boundaries will only be limited by your imagination. The Ultimate Quilting Bible is the complete guide to both machine and hand quilting as well as patchwork and appliqué. Marie Clayton covers all the basics and each chapter is devoted to one key area of quilting; chapters include quiltmaking basics, making a quilt top, advanced techniques, embellishments, designing and adapting, caring for quilts and connections. This comprehensive guide also offers clear instructions and hundreds of illustrations and diagrams to show each stage of the quilting process. It’ll be the one resource that you will turn to time and time again. (60,000 words) Collins & Brown is proud to expand on this popular series, other titles include Ultimate Sewing Bible (9781843404118) and Ultimate Knitting Bible (9781843404507).



Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes

Author : Joi Mahon

Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing

Page : 744 pages

File Size : 46,4 MB

Release : 2022-01-31

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1607659115

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Book Description

· A complete manual on how to sew clothes that details the processes and techniques · Filled with expert instruction on sewing, tailoring, making alterations, finishing, detailing, and more · Includes slopers so you can tailor your pieces for every body type · Also includes valuable guidance on crucial techniques, from how to install a zipper and use notions to getting a good fit from any sewing pattern · Features a bonus tutorial on how to make pants and fit material · Author Joi Mahon is an award-winning designer, instructor, licensed pattern designer, and creator of Joi’s Perfect Pattern and Fit Club



New Complete Guide to Sewing

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Publisher : Readers Digest

Page : 414 pages

File Size : 11,8 MB

Release : 2002

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 0762104201

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Book Description

Provides general instructions for fitting, constructing, tailoring, and finishing women's, men's, and children's clothing and for making curtains and bedcoverings.



The Sewing Bible - Clothing

Author : Wendy Gardiner

Publisher : David & Charles

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 27,90 MB

Release : 2010-10-29

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780715337653

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Book Description

The Sewing Bible: Clothing contains everything you need to know about sewing stunning made-to-measure garments, from start to finish! Learn the essential hand and machine sewing skills for professional looking results With easy-to-follow techniques and advice, from choosing fabrics and reading patterns, to making alterations and getting the perfect fit for your figure Make fabulous jackets, dresses, skirts and more with expert step-by-step instructions and 50 gorgeous garment styles



The Complete Book of Sewing

Author : Chris Jeffreys

Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 10,90 MB

Release : 2003

Category : Dressmaking

ISBN : 9780789496584

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Book Description

Packed with computer-aided designs, information on new types of fabrics, and specially commissioned photos, this comprehensive guide maintains its original appeal, while enticing a whole new generation of readers.