Singer, the complete photo guide to sewing : 1200 full-color how-to photos.

Summary

Titles

• Full Title: Singer, the complete photo guide to sewing : 1200 full-color how-to photos.
• Other Titles: Photo guide to sewing.; Sewing.; Complete photo guide to sewing.

Edition Statement

• Revised + expanded edition.

Notes

• Includes index.
• Getting started. The sewing machine ; The serger ; Essential equipment and supplies ; The pattern ; Fabric essentials ; Classic fabric textures and designs ; Layout, cutting, and marking -- Sewing techniques. General guidelines for pattern adjustments ; Seams ; Serger seams and seam finishes ; Darts ; Gathers ; Sleeves ; Cuffs ; Collars ; Waistbands ; Hems ; Easy edges ; Pockets ; Closures ; Tailoring ; Sewing activewear -- Home decorating. Decorator fabrics ; Pillows ; Slipcovers ; Window treatments ; Bed and bath ; Table fashions.

Identifiers

• Isbns: 9781589234345; 1589234340
• Oclc Number: (OCoLC)1037244122

Publication Statement

• Place: Minneapolis, MN
• Publisher: Creative Pub. International
• Date: 2009

Physical Description

• Extent: 352 pages :
• Dimensions: 28 cm.
• Illustrations: color illustrations ;

Table Of Contents

• Getting started. The sewing machine ; The serger ; Essential equipment and supplies ; The pattern ; Fabric essentials ; Classic fabric textures and designs ; Layout, cutting, and marking -- Sewing techniques. General guidelines for pattern adjustments ; Seams ; Serger seams and seam finishes ; Darts ; Gathers ; Sleeves ; Cuffs ; Collars ; Waistbands ; Hems ; Easy edges ; Pockets ; Closures ; Tailoring ; Sewing activewear -- Home decorating. Decorator fabrics ; Pillows ; Slipcovers ; Window treatments ; Bed and bath ; Table fashions.

Summary

• The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing - Revised is the one reference every sewer needs. Its 352 pages and 1100 photographs cover every aspect of fashion and decor sewing. Sections include choosing the right tools and notions, using conventional machines and sergers, fashion sewing, tailoring, and home decor projects. Included are step-by-step instructions for basic projects like pillows, tablecloths, and window treatments. Sewers from beginners to the skilled will turn to this book again and again.

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