Heirloom Sewing For Today

Download or read book Heirloom Sewing for Today written by Sandy Hunter and published by Sterling Publishing (NY). This book was released on 1997 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heirlooms for the home, to wear, or as gifts; use fine laces and fabrics, new or from vintage clothing shops.

Download or read book Sewing Your Perfect Capsule Wardrobe written by Arianna Cadwallader and published by Kyle Books. This book was released on 2021-06-10 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Foreword by Dawn O'Porter A capsule wardrobe is timeless, stylish and effortlessly chic. Composed of go-to pieces that can be dressed up or down, it is the perfect antidote to the overstuffed drawers and ill-fitting cheap outfits from the high street. In this practical but inspiring book, seamstress Arianna Cadwallader and designer Cathy McKinnon present sewing patterns and instructions for the five key pieces that will form the basis of your own capsule wardrobe: A great shift dress Well-fitting trousers A simple yet stylish skirt A light blouse A jersey vest Their focus is on quality and fit - all the patterns can be adapted to fit and suit you perfectly, whether you prefer long, short or cap sleeves, high or low waistbands, and slim, straight or wide legged trousers. You can then mix and match your garments to create a variety of looks and styles. Aimed at advanced beginners, the book guides you through how to measure yourself and all the techniques you will need. With a foreword by TV star Dawn O'Porter, this is the essential guide to creating your perfect wardrobe.

Download or read book Sewing for a Royal Baby written by Sew Beautiful Magazine Editors and published by Martha Pullen. This book was released on 2013-08-05 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Any time a royal event takes place--a wedding, a birth--the world takes notice and what captures their attention first is the royal attire. Who would not want their own little prince and princess to be just as beautifully dressed? Sewing for a Royal Baby includes three designs inspired by actual royal garments, including the royal christening gown, as well as a variety of fine heirloom designs exclusively selected by the editors of Sew Beautiful Magazine. Sewing for a Royal Baby allows new mothers and grandmothers to create a royal wardrobe for their new little one using the complete patterns and instructions provided with the book and accompanying CD. The patterns are sized differently according to the style, but the gowns start at newborn and go up to 18 months. The bubble goes up to 24 months. Toddler dresses go up to size 4 and the boys' pieces go up to size 3. The companion CD contains all of the project patterns plus two additional slip patterns, the complete Vintage Royal Alphabet machine embroidery template, and most of the embroidery designs (hand and machine) in the book, as well as some applique designs, and technique descriptions for: Shadow embroidery Geometric smocking Basic French sewing Lace shaping Hand embroidery Shark's teeth Plackets Neck bindings Piping From bonnets and booties to breathtaking christening gowns and sweet toddler looks, Sewing for the Royal Baby inspires sewists to create a wardrobe fit for a little prince or princess using a variety of heirloom sewing techniques.

Download or read book Madeira Appliqué by Machine written by Martha Campbell Pullen and published by M. Pullen Company. This book was released on 1997-01-01 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A-Z of Heirloom Sewing written by Country Bumpkin and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 840 step-by-step photographs and detailed instructions will help you to discover machine and hand sewing techniques, from basic to advanced, choose the right fabrics, laces and trims, learn more about the correct tools and equipment, and achieve a perfect finish with handy hints and tips. This comprehensive book is suitable for all skill levels.

Download or read book Heirloom Machine Sewing for Quilters written by Susan Stewart and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Learn to incorporate traditional heirloom fabrics and sewing techniques into a variety of quilts and quilted projects. Projects for home decor, gift giving, and personal use. Detailed instructions, templates, illustrations and how-to photographs provided"--Provided by publisher.

Download or read book Fine Machine Sewing written by Carol Ahles and published by Taunton. This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carol Ahles shows how to master methods of creating finishes that normally are only attainable by hand sewing.