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Shelly Figureoa and Karen LePage, the designers behind Patterns by Figgy's offer up a fabulous collection of full outfits for boys ages newborn to 7. Readers will delight in the fresh, modern styling that is the signature of Patterns by Figgys.
In addition to contemporary styling, readers will also find that every piece of clothing in the photos is a pattern from the book. Aside from footwear, no commercially produced clothing appears in the photos.
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Loaded with tips and hints for sewing success, this book demystifies the anatomy, setup, and use of a serger. Whether a neophyte to sewing or someone with years of experience, crafters can learn multiple stitches and decorative techniques from this comprehensive guide. By mastering stitches such as overlock, flatlock, rolled edge, and cover stitch; techniques such as quilting and heirloom; and the finer points of garment construction, sewers can quickly...
43) Bags Bags Bags
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You can never have enough bags: small sparkly evening bags, bright and colorful everyday bags and capacious carriers for shopping or for the beach. This fantastic collection of handmade bags features a selection of styles and designs. All are simply made, featuring the most popular shapes and sizes and all individualized to suit your own style. The 18 designs feature step-by-step instructions and photography for drawstring bags, shoulder bags or bags...
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This book contains the best hands-on insider sewing tips from the popular sewing website PatternReview.com, a community of more than 170,000 members. The entries are collected from the website's enormous database of members' shared comments and advice, rated by hits and reviews. Also included are five special how-to features by PatternReview.com's master teachers and pattern designers, who regularly conduct online chats and workshops (including Kenneth...
45) Machine Sewing
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Discover the basics of machine sewing in this essential guide for the aspiring seamstress. This little book, with clear jargon-free techniques, will have even the newest sewer creating pretty projects in no time! Learn how to choose the perfect machine for you, and much more!
46) Felt Fabric
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Discover the wonderful world of felt with this little guide which covers everything from the basics of felt sewing and the qualities of felt fabrics, to ingenious projects which utilise the fabric in many fun and practical ways.
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23 seasonal sewing and craft projects
Sandi Henderson's readers love her look, her patterns, and her descriptions of home, family life, and holidays. Her fans respond equally enthusiastically to her anecdotes of picking cherries with her family as they do to her new fabric collections or her recipe for Creme Brulee French toast. This brand-new offering gives readers the best of what they crave from Sandi-and builds on the excitement of both her first...
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This book contains a detailed guide to the materials, frames and tools necessary to successful lampshade making. Complete with a wealth of information and detailed images, this text is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in embracing the exciting world of lampshade making as a new hobby.
Chapters contained herein include:
'Materials'
'Sheepskin or Decorative Parchment'
'Parchment-Oiled'
'Old Deeds'
'Real Vellum'
'Buckram'
'Flock Paper'
'Trimmings'
'Pleated...
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By following the step-by-step instructions within the pages of this book, you'll be amazed by how simple it is to use your serger. Using a serger allows you to create professional-looking projects quickly and easily, leaving you more time to do what you really love-sewing even more projects with your serger!
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Make your own custom accessories that express your style and individuality! Whether you are new to sewing or just want to freshen your skills, Sew Me! Sew and Go will show you how to create beautiful covers, cases, sleeves, bags, and more to suit your personal taste. With Choly Knight's friendly and easy-to-follow directions, you'll soon be sewing with confidence and creating accessories that match the way you live. You really can't beat the feeling...
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This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn how to sew, or just needs a quick refresher course. Friendly and easy-to-follow directions will have you sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. From cutting patterns and sewing seams to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing you to learn as you sew. Fifteen simple...
54) Weekend Sewing
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20+ projects quick & easy projects that are perfect for beginners
Wide array of patterns that are fun-to-make and useful to have when finished
We have included time icons so you can choose a project based on how much time you have.
Unleash your sewing imagination! Annie's Weekend Sewing features 20+ inspiring, quick and easy projects perfect for any room and every occasion.
•Craving a clutter buster? Our fun Sew Cozies make organizing your sewing...
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Comfortable, flattering pants can be challenging to make-but they're wonderful to wear. In this book, David Coffin provides his inventive, sure-fire methods for getting it right. With his characteristic precision and straight talk-and with the help of photographs and drawings-Coffin teaches the reader how to get great results, whether making a showcase garment or just whipping out an everyday pair. For more information and book-related extras,...
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Discover the beautiful Japanese pattern darning technique kogin and how it can be used to create stunning stitched and quilted projects. Kogin is a variation of the popular Japanese embroidery technique sashiko and is rapidly becoming as popular as its 'big sister'.
Japanese embroidery expert, Susan Briscoe, has compiled a collection of over 60 pattern charts - kogin is a counted embroidery technique - and 12 accompanying projects to create The Ultimate...
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40 simple French homestyle sewing, patchwork, appliqué and embroidery projects for you to make at home.Be inspired by classic French country chic with vintage lace, floral fabric and beautiful embellishments. Author Lise Meunier provides easy-to-follow instructions for an eclectic variety of needlecraft designs, including practical items such as aprons and bag designs and decorative items such as picture frames, lamp shades, cushions and duvets,...
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When you look at your Christmas tree, which ornaments stand out the most? Chances are it's those that were handmade, either by you or by a loved one. The best things about handmade ornaments are the memories that come with them. This year, why not create more memories by hand making the ornaments in this book? You can make them as gifts or get the whole family involved, spending the afternoon crafting. The book includes 53 designs across a wide variety,...
59) Love... Sewing
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Traditional needlecrafts are as popular as ever as more and more of us are seeking to 'make do and mend' as a way of saving money. However, making beautiful and original handmade items is a great way to add style and glamour to your home - and can be fun too. As part of a series, "Love...Sewing" contains a collection of 25 wonderful projects - all of which are really easy to create. Soft furnishings are an essential part of any home - colour, texture...