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How to Make Raggy Jackets

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You love using the rag technique to make cozy, cuddly quilts for your family. Why not use the same idea to make fashionable jackets for yourself? Use your favorite commercial patterns to insure a good fit, and make these six quilt-inspired designs. They’re perfect for ball games, picnics, shopping or any casual occasion. Autumn Splendor, Liberty Blues, Cozy Cuddler, Shiver Sensation and My Garden Best. Denim Delight adds raggy accents to a purchased denim jacket.

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Power Sewing Step-By-Step

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For the first time ever, Sandra Betzina has gathered all of the information from her years of sewing experience into one complete resource. Power Sewing Step-By-Step is fully illustrated with more than 500 photos of step-by-step processes and beautiful finished garments. Join Sandra in her sewing room as she teaches you how to build a wardrobe, how to make flattering fashion choices, and shows hundreds of sewing techniques that will have you sewing like a pro in no time at all.
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Pockets, Zippers, Colors: Clothing Designs for Kids

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A great idea book with over 20 ideas for making unique children's clothing. Complete instructions and clear illustrations are included along with many helpful construction hints.
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Sew Any Fabric - 101 Fabrics from A to Z

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Claire Schaeffer has brought out a fabulous new book designed to help anyone - novice or expert, figure out just how to start sewing - no matter what the fabric. Velvet, silk, leather, micro-fibre - sometimes it’s hard to know what thread to use, what stitch length, what needle, etc. Claire takes the mystery out of getting started at your sewing machine. Anyone daring to sew new fabrics, looking for fresh ideas, or wanting to improve old skills will find this handy, easy-to-use reference is filled with practical and up-to-date information enabling sewers to acquire confidence, develop new skills, and improve efficiency.

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Sew Cool, Sew Simple: Stylish Skirts

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Super-stylish yet so simple to sew; these skirts will appeal to everyone! Geared towards the novice, and those who need a refresher course, this attractive guide features fun graphics, contemporary designs, great advice and a fabulous selection of chic patterns.
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Sew Easy

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The Essential Guide for Getting Started! This kit is a must-have for first time sewers! Unlike anything else available, the compact case holds a 64 page booklet brimming with illustrations, diagrams and techniques in one sleeve, while another contains single project cards to pull out and work on. From tools to terms, measuing to marking, sewing to embellishing, everything needed to teach beginners to start sewing like a pro is included.
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Six Easy Patterns for Women Only

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Martha Pullen has created a beautiful pattern book featuring six easy patterns - two jackets, two blouses, and two skirts. With these 6 basic patterns, you can create endless combinations from elegant suits to stunning evening ensembles. These versatile patterns can be embellished in so many ways - from sophisticated to sassy - but always with style. Filled with 88 pages of inspiration, this book is soon to become one of your favourites! All patterns fit Women’s sizes XS - 4XL.
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Sew it in Minutes

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If your time to sew is measured in minutes, you'll love this book of 24 projects designed to be completed in 60, 90, 120, or 240 minutes using basic sewing techniques. You'll find totes, cards, ornaments, pin cushions, hats and more.

 

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Shirtmaking - Developing Skills for Fine Sewing

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David Page Coffin, editor of Threads magazine, has written a comprehensive book to teach you how to produce the Rolls Royce of shirts! Everything you need to know about shirtmaking is included - collars, cuffs, plackets and lots more! Filled with beautiful colour photos and easy to understand, clear drawings.
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Sewing Smart with Fabric

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Sewing Smart with Fabric takes the guess work out of new fabrics. You’ll learn the fast and easy way to handle today’s amazing variety of fabrics. Discover the secrets that will make each sewing project a success! Sewing Smart with Fabric includes characteristics of fabrics as well as suggestions for their use and sewing tips, as well as garment care and handling instructions. But that’s not all, Sewing Smart with Fabric uses over 50 fantastic projects to illustrate the ideas and tips. You’ll add to your wardrobe and home décor as you go. Step-by-step instructions and photos are included to guarantee your success. Sewing Smart with Fabric is a handy reference if you’re a seasoned sewer or just a novice.

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Sew Teen

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Inspire a teen to sew with this guide geared just to a teen's tastes and needs. With this as a textbook, your teen will learn that sewing is cool, and that they can create their own super-stylish garments and accessories. Includes more than 20 patternless projects with basic techniques and terminology to get them started.
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Sew With Confidence

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Beginning sewers will learn the skills they need and gain confidence in their work with this helpful guide. Sew with Confidence includes information on the materials and tools needed to get started, sewing and serger machines, organizing the sewing area, patterns, fabrics and more. The easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos and illustrations will ensure success for novices, as well as inspire confidence.

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Sweatshirts - 15+ Stylish Designs to Sew and Wear

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These are so stylish, you'll never know that they are sweatshirts! Debra Quartermain will teach you how to easily and affordably a chieve the look and feel that you want through fashion-forward sweatshirts. You'll learn techniques to create blazers, peplum jackets, cardigans and tunic jackets, while personalizing garments with embroidery, embellishments, beads and accessories. Projects are included for all four main body types along with tips for choosing garments that flatter your style.
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The Zapp Method of Couture Sewing: Tailor Garments Easily Using Any Pattern!

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Anna Zapp, designer for stars such as John Travolta and Robert Redford, shares her philosophy of no thinking sewing in this contemporary guide to garment construction. Her no fail methods are fast, easy, efficient and sensible! You’ll learn how to measure yourself and adjust any pattern to fit, with tips to produce professional, tailored results over and over again. Learn the easy way to sew no-fail welt pockets, fly front zippers, bound buttonholes and more. You’ll also learn how to copy your favourite pair of pants - without taking them apart! Includes tips for fast pant construction, easy lined vest, reversible camisoles, tailored shirts and tailored jackets.
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