Sewing category: 735 books
by Isabel M. Edwards
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
This classic, historical book is a consise look at practical glove making, filled with detailed instructions forming a complete how-to-guide that is still practical and useful today. A fascinating read, for anyone interested in the history of this craft. Many of the earliest books, particularly those...
by W. H. Hulme
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
This vintage book contains a comprehensive textbook for clothing designers, teachers of clothing technology, and senior students. With detailed diagrams and a wealth of useful and interesting information, this timeless handbook is highly recommended for those with an interest in fashion and design,...
Patchwork Quilted Bags
Totes, Purses and Accessories
Language: English
Release Date: August 30, 2016
Patchwork Quilted Bags helps you create unique bags that put a little charm into your wardrobe.
Full-sized quilting patterns and step-by-step instructions for 19 different projects, along with techniques for assembling the perfect patch, make this quilting book ideal for novice and practiced...
Beginner's Guide to Freestyle Embroidery
28 freestyle embroidery stitches
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2018
Learn the basic stitches and essential techniques to create beautiful freestyle embroidery with this comprehensive guide. Every stitch has clear step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by coloured diagrams, making it easy to create impressive embroidered designs. This short book also includes instructions for two projects--celebration bunting and a retro sunglasses case.
by Mary Brooks Picken
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2016
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Woman's Institute Library of Dressmaking - Tailored Garments
Essentials of Tailoring, Tailored Buttonholes, Buttons, and Trimmings, Tailored Pockets, Tailored Seams and Plackets, Tailored Skirts, Tailored Blouses and Frocks, Tailored Suits, Coats, and Capes, Garments for Men and Boys
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2016
There are certain types of information that are very difficult to come by these days, unless you are a specialist of some kind. In-depth information about old tailoring methods is one of those. This volume contains timeless instructions on all elements of tailoring including; buttonholes, pockets,...
by A. S. Bridgland
Language: English
Release Date: January 23, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: January 23, 2017
Originally published in 1928 in three volumes. These deal with every aspect of the tailoring and clothing trade. Extremely well illustrated with photographs and many helpful diagrams and detailed instructions for the design and construction of various garments. The contents of Volume 1 include: Tailoring...
Cute & Clever Totes
Mix & Match 16 Paper-Pieced Blocks, 6 Bag Patterns • Messenger Bag, Beach Tote, Bucket Bag & More
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2017
With all they do for us, don’t purses deserve to have a little fun? Sew 6 easy bags for your everyday life, each featuring an adorable 8˝ paper-pieced block. Add an airplane pocket to your travel bag or a fancy fox to your drawstring tote—just sew by number and have fun watching the images appear!...
Cool Couture: Construction Secrets for Runway Style
Construction Secrets for Runway Style
Language: English
Release Date: January 4, 2011
Cool Couture is a home sewer's guide to professional, designer-quality construction and finishing. Fashion designer Kenneth King provides step-by-step instruction in the basic, reliable techniques of classical couture. He provides his own shortcuts, careful instruction, and advice to help home sewers...
Hat Shop
25 Projects to Sew, from Practical to Fascinating
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2012
A hat for every season, a hat for any reason. The latest installment in our popular Design Collective series features over 25 hats from contemporary designers all over the world, each hand-selected for their freshly sewn flair and skilled millinery work. Ladies and gents, boys and girls…a handmade...
Sew What! Skirts
16 Simple Styles You Can Make with Fabulous Fabrics
Language: English
Release Date: May 10, 2012
Blending expert advice with inspiring designs, Sew What! Skirts will delight both novice and veteran sewers alike. This spiral-bound book lays flat for easy reference and features full-color photographs of 16 sample skirts, with illustrated step-by-step instructions for completing each one. Encouraging...
by Susan Briscoe
Language: English
Release Date: March 2, 2009
Language: English
Release Date: March 2, 2009
Susan Briscoe’s new collection of practical designs for bags and purses are sure to inspire. She takes you through a collection of 14 designs - a duo for every day of the week - with each complimentary pair featuring easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions that make the bags quick and fun to create....
Best of Stitch
Bags to Sew
Language: English
Release Date: March 21, 2013
Express your unique style with 20 fun and fabulous bags to stitch!
Welcome to a selection of the best bags from the popular Stitch magazine, plus 5 brand-new projects, curated by its editors. The book features designs from Malka Dubrawsky, Ayumi Takahashi, Kevin Kosbab, Carol Zentgraf, and many more.
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Sunday Sews
20 Inspired Weekend Projects
Language: English
Release Date: March 22, 2016
Sunday Sews presents 20 irresistible designs that can be sewn on a weekend and enjoyed for a lifetime. Featuring minimalist style and unfussy lightweight fabrics, they are as functional as they are chic. Think drapey shift dresses, flattering tunics and skirts, tanks and tops perfect for layering,...