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Sewing For Dummies, 3rd Edition

ISBN: 978-0-470-62320-6

August 2010

416 pages

Description
The most complete guide to sewing basics

People are always looking for ways to cut expenses and be creative and stylish at the same time. Learning to sew is a great way to arm yourself with the skills to repair and create clothing and furnishings for yourself and your family for little to no cost. But learning how to sew and how to choose the tools and supplies to begin sewing can be confusing.

Now, you can turn to this hands-on, friendly guide for the most up-to-date information, the best techniques, and fun projects for learning (or brushing up on) the art of sewing.

  • Easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step illustrations make it easier to learn
  • Fresh new patterns, projects, stitches, and techniques for fashion and the home
  • Budget-conscious tips for breathing new life into existing garments

Complete with a section on common sewing mistakes and how to avoid them, Sewing For Dummies, 3rd edition gives you the confidence and know-how to sew like a pro.

About the Author
Jan Saunders Maresh [Longmeadow, MA] is the best-selling author of 16 books, including Home Staging For Dummies.  Jan is a nationally known journalist and television personality specializing in sewing, color, and home staging. Her professional experiences as the Education Director for both White Sewing Machine Company and Jo-Ann Fabrics, and as a decorator for the Sherwin Williams Company have given her a solid foundation with fabrics, color, industry trends, product development, and marketing.