Handbook of Sewing Stitches

An Illustrated Guide to Techniques and Materials

Häftad, Engelska, 2012

249 kr

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Beginners will find easy-to-follow instruction in basic skills, guided by clear photographs and diagrams, while advancedsewers can use the book to find information on stitches, techniques, and fabrics they have not thought of using before.A comprehensive Stitch Directory features both functional and decorative stitches created by hand, conventional sewingmachine, and serger (overlocker). These are cross-referred to the relevant techniques and applications in the book.A Textile Directory provides information on working with more than 70 fabrics, from delicate chiffon and lace to heavy-dutycorduroy, and denim, with advice on the properties and handling qualities of each, and tips on suitable stitches and applications.Previously published as The Sewing Stitch Bible 9781844482863

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2012-01-17
Mått145 x 195 x 20 mm
Vikt506 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
FörlagSearch Press Ltd
ISBN9781844488124

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Lorna Knight specialized in textiles at Queen Margaret University College in Edinburgh. After working as a designer's assistant, she spent ten years teaching Design and Technology in middle schools in the UK before setting up a business designing and making lingerie and running workshops teaching a wide range of sewing skills. She continues to run workshops which involve passing on hints and tips from both the couture and high street fashion worlds, enabling her students to create their own garments and projects. Lorna also writes regularly for Sewing World magazines and has contributed to many sewing books and other fashion sewing publications.

Jun/Jul 12This has got to be one of the most practical little books that we've come across. At first glance, I thought it was a straightforward stitch dictionary – but it's so much more than that. Yes, it includes clear instructions for some decorative hand embroidery stitches, but it also explains various methods for attaching sequins and beads. Sewing machine stitches are also covered, so, if you're not confident when using a sewing machine, you'll find the descriptions of adjusting zigzag stitching, blind hemming and gathering very useful. If you want to do a bit of dressmaking or tailoring or just make of piece of your embroidery into a cushion, bag or garment, the section on seams, hems, edges and fastenings is a real boon. This would be a great book for beginners, but more experienced stitchers are sure to find a lot of good tips and techniques here too.