Learn To Sew - Couverture souple

Jefferys, Chris

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1580112439 ISBN 13 : 9781580112437

Editeur : Creative Arts & Crafts, 2005

Synopsis

Book by Jefferys Chris

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Sewing is enjoying renewed popularity as more and more young people are realizing that with a few basic stitching techniques they can make a whole range of items for a fraction of the price that they cost to buy."Learn to Sew" is part of a series that explains basic needlecraft skills and then puts those skills into practice. Essential techniques are explained with clear step-by-step photographs and instructions and these are then interspersed with attractive projects so that key skills are gradually built up and reinforced. Starting with simple seams, and then moving on to buttonholes, piping, simple pleats and adding zips, all the essential stitching techniques are covered so that the reader is able to create a whole range of items, from simple cushion covers to tabtop curtains to a child's apron.In addition there is a comprehensive section at the front of the book covering essential information about fabrics and sewing equipment. Throughout the book there are alteration techniques, showing you how to make simple changes such as shortening hems or moving buttons. Fully illustrated throughout and with clear instructions, "Learn to Sew" is the perfect guide for the beginner.

Biographie de l'auteur

Chris Jefferys is freelance writer and consultant who has contributed to a number of needlecraft and sewing magazines and partworks, including Essentials, Sew Stylish, Successful Sewing, The Coats Book of Soft Furnishing and The Hamlyn Complete Sewing Course. She is the author New Holland's forthcoming title, Soft Furnishings. She lives in Erith, Kent.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Creative Arts & Crafts
• Date d'édition: 2005
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1580112439
• ISBN 13: 9781580112437
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 96
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible