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Sewing Manual Laura Strutt

Sewing Manual par Laura Strutt

Sewing Manual Laura Strutt

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Résumé

Sewing is no longer the preserve of grandmothers and aunties. The popularity of vintage clothing and brands such as Cath Kidston have led to a revival of 'make do and mend', and people of all ages are getting creative. This title starts with the basic kit and techniques before introducing fastenings, embellishments, clothing and home furnishings.

Sewing Manual Résumé

Sewing Manual: The complete step-by-step guide to sewing skills Laura Strutt

Sewing is no longer the preserve of grandmothers and aunties. The popularity of vintage clothing and brands such as Cath Kidston have led to a revival of 'make do and mend', and people of all ages are getting creative. This Haynes Manual starts with the basic kit and techniques before introducing fastenings, embellishments, clothing and home furnishings, as well as debunking sewing machine jargon and advising on care and maintenance. Accompanied by illustrated step-by-step projects, this manual is a must for anyone looking to take up this already popular pastime.

À propos de Laura Strutt

Laura Strutt, a freelance journalist, is the former Editor of Craft Business magazine, the leading trade publication. She launched Sew magazine, a monthly contemporary stitching title, in 2009 and continued as Editor until 2012, leaving to pursue freelance work. She enjoys all aspects of sewing from dressmaking to quilting, embroidery to customising and everything in between. Laura lives in Colchester, Essex, and this is her first book.

Sommaire

Essential kit: different varieties of scissors, needles, measures, markers, pins and advanced tools. Sewing machines: choosing one, the functions and terms, specialist machines, how they work, setting tension, care and maintenance. Fabrics: varieties, properties, patterns and preparing for sewing. Materials: threads, stitches, webbing, interfacing, wadding and stuffing. Techniques: straight sewing, curves and corners, seam allowance, starting and finishing. Fastenings: zips, buttons, Velcro, and hooks and eyes. Techniques: trims, edgings, pleats, gathers and tucks. Embellishment and customisation: embroidery, applique, Suffolk Puffs, beads and sequins. Clothing and dressmaking: sizing, patterns, darts, hems, pockets, waistlines, collars, sleeves, linings and mending clothes. Home furnishings: curtains, blinds, cushions and quilts. Step-by-step projects: embroidered napkin set, applique phone case, wrap scarf, snap-frame purse, envelope cushion cover, no-pattern skirt and bunting.

Informations supplémentaires

GOR006849187
9780857332790
0857332791
Sewing Manual: The complete step-by-step guide to sewing skills Laura Strutt
Laura Strutt
Occasion - Très bon état
Relié
Haynes Publishing Group
2013-01-17
208
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