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223 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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'Wild Things to Make' will inspire makers of all abilities to create something exciting for their children that they will really want to wear. Drawing on simple shape and whimsical imagery, the step-by-step projects include dresses, hats, jackets and dungarees, as well as some simple accessories and toys.
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127 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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There are a lot of books on sewing basics around, but few can satisfy those who completed a beginner's course and want a higher level. This book tells you how to get a professional finish on those difficult parts of clothes - such as neck, collar, sleeves, pleats etc. All the techniques in this book are based on using domestic sewing machines, so readers can follow the full-color and detailed step-by-step instructions with their own machine.
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160 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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English
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"Embroidery" is the ultimate stitch dictionary and the ideal guide to embroidery, whatever your level of expertise. The perfect reference guide to needlework, "Embroidery" is a comprehensive guide to inspire and inform sewers of all levels. Find advice on which thread, needles, or fabrics work with which techniques, and take a look at an incredible 200 stitches with levels of difficulty, step-by-step instructions, and ideas on where and how to use...
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160 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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Featuring 25 projects, ranging from jewellery, hats, tops, dresses and bags, to cushions, lampshades, placemats, lanterns and a luxury chair pouffe, this book includes instructions for how to cut your own patterns.
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272 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm
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English
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Aimed at absolute beginners as well as those wishing to explore new areas or to develop their existing skills, this omnibus is a must-have reference for anyone interested in stitching and embroidery. Each section is written by an expert in a particular discipline and explains the history of the technique, the materials and equipment required, and the most popular stitches used.
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144 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 28 cm
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English
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"In this fun and practical introduction to hand and machine applique, well-known TV personality Sarah Payne leads you through a series of techniques to build up your skills. Each chapter includes a number of different-sized step-by-step projects, including a height chart, pet feeding mat, quilt, cushions, baby play mat, bags, wall art and placemats. Sarah discusses both hand and machine applique, as well as raw-edged applique. She also includes information...
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127 pages : illustrations (colour) ; 26 cm
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English
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That Handmade Touch showcases Svetlana Sotak's talent for creating everyday essentials with a signature style, through the use of thoughtful fabrics, clean patchwork, and precise construction techniques. Sotak believes in the spirit of generous living and sharing her love of sewing through her popular online tutorials and Craftsy class. Now, in her first book, she teaches how to create cohesive, sophisticated projects, ranging from small to large...
53) Sewing
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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English
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"Try this! Sewing brings you a wealth of creative ideas, as well as advice on techniques and materials. There are clear step-by-step instructions, and some great suggestions on how to take your sewing a stage further."--Page 4 of cover.
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127 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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"An inspirational guide to the art of making designer-quality costumes. From how to research and decide what costume you want to make, to fabric selection, to sewing guidelines, to how to ultimately wear your costume at a convention or with friends--this book has it all"--
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175 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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Thread painting embroidery is one of the most beautiful embroidery techniques. Often mistaken for painted art, it shows off the true skill of an embroiderer. This book demystifies the technique and shows how easy it is to start embroidering your own stitched masterpieces. For the both the beginner and the experienced stitcher, it explains the techniques and provides the inspiration to master this exquisite form of embroidery. Over 600 colour photographs...
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224 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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English
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Add texture, colour, warmth and character to your home with 50 easy-to-follow projects Soft furnishings - from curtains and cushions, to bed and table linen - can provide the perfect finishing touches to a room, adding an injection of colour and pattern. So often, store-bought furnishings are either hugely expensive or mass-produced, but The Home-Sewn Home shows you the easy way to create your own, using the wonderful fabrics designed by Vanessa Arbuthnott....
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144 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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English
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"Guides you step-by-step through the ins and outs of mastering your overlock machine. Its 25 fast and useful projects, perfect for any skill level, will have you coming back to your serger again and again."--Back cover.
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xiv, 271 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 22 cm
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English
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"In Sewing Love, a follow-up to our 2016 hit hybrid sewing book with personal essays, Sewing Happiness, Sanae Ishida guides readers on a journey to loving the body they have right now as they learn to sew beautiful, simple handmade clothes." --
"Draft patterns and sew clothes that fit your unique body! In this garment-making primer, sewing is an act of radical kindness and self-care. Learning to sew for yourself enables you to make exactly the kinds...
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191 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm
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English
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This clear and easy-to-follow guide is the ideal tool for the complete beginner to machine sewing. It is packed with sewing expert Caroline Smith's helpful advice and 25 exciting projects, ranging from pillows and curtains, to an apron, children's playtime tepee and tote bag. It covers all the equipment, tools, terminology and techniques a beginner needs to know, guiding readers from the basic hand stitches right through to more complex techniques....
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