A great plan, a great pattern, a great fit, a great fabric and a great finish are the 5 fundamentals to completing a perfect sewing project. Here Sarai Mitnick reveals her 5 fundamentals in her trademark clear instruction to provide a rounded and beautiful sewing guide. Totally comprehensive, this title covers: sewing techniques; planning and fitting; working with patterns, fabrics and linings; and, finishing techniques. It includes 5 beautiful projects (1 blouse, 3 dresses and 1 skirt) with tissue paper patterns so readers can learn to sew AND creative a gorgeous project.
Table of Contents
Introduction; 1 Getting Started; 2 A Great Plan; 3 A Great Pattern; 4 A Great Fit; 5 A Great Fabric; 6 A Great Finish; 7 Keep Learning; Recommended Reading; Resources; Index.
About the Author
Sarai Mitnick is owner of Colette Patterns and majors on modern sewing patterns for design-orientated sewers. She has written for Design Sponge, Modern Seamster, The Storque and DIY City Magazine and her mission is to share the joy that sewing can bring. Sarai lives in Portland, Oregon and her work can be viewed at www.colettepatterns.com
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Great sewing tips and instructions for a beginner seamstress. The book has a lovely lay out & comes with 5 patterns & wonderful easy to understand instructions which help you practice new techniques. A must for a seamstress' book shelf!
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