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I’m so excited! I added a new book to my sewing library today! I grabbed my copy at our local Hancocks’ but you can click the picture above to find one on Amazon. Here’s my review: Simplicity Simply the Best Sewing Book: The Essential Reference for All Home Sewers (Simplicity Pattern Company) by Simplicity [...] For my latest sewing students: Even with all the great YouTube videos and photo tutorials on the web, I still think you need a great sewing book handy. I have a few favorites. I reviewed The New Complete Guide to Sewing here in 2008. I still LOVE this book and recommend it to all my [...] Of Course You Can Sew! Basics of Sewing for the Young Beginner by Barbara Corrigan Published in 1971 ISBN: 978-0385076975 Some Chapter Headings:EquipmentFabricsAccessories from a Straight Piece of MaterialA Shift or Robe from Turkish TowelsHow to Use Patterns I liked: The prose. For example, take this paragraph from the Introduction, “Haven’t you envied your [...] I stumbled across this great book at the library: Sew Far, Sew Good! An Advanced Guide to Creative Styling by Peggy Hoffmann It’s a book for the beginner who’s ready to take the next step. Published in 1966, it’s language is quaint and the styles are a bit dated. I highly recommend it for [...] Applique Martha’s Favorites by Martha Pullen Published in 1991 ISBN: 978-9992865163 Some Chapter Headings:Types of AppliqueStitch ManeuversApplique DesignsFancy Closures-Not Just Buttons I liked: The clothing patterns included with this book: a girls’ jumper, a boys’ suit, and an apron. A great supply list that explains why you need all those things, like stabilizer and interfacings. [...] Simply Irresistible Bags: 45 Designs for Going Out, Looking Chic, and Shopping Green by Marie Claire Idees Published in 2008 ISBN: 978-1-57076-403-5 Some Chapter Headings: Simply Stylish Urban Chic For Children Storage I liked: The Whimsically Retro Bag (page 18), the Artist’s Satchel (page 42), and Off to the Orchard (page 80). That so many [...] |
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