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The Sewing Book: Dressmaking, Soft Furnishings, Best Tools, Step-by-StepTechniques, Creative Projects
Authors: Smith Alison
The ultimate sewing bible for beginners, students and seasoned stitchers wanting to perfect their skills
Whether you want to make soft furnishings, clothing or just do alterations this is the book that everyone interested in sewing needs.
Follow step-by-steps and master every technique you'll ever need; from machine-stitching a buttonhole and attaching a collar, to altering patterns and building a basic sewing kit. Every hand and machine stitch and technique is clearly shown and easy to follow, guiding you through every move. Follow 25 stylish projects, for the home and to wear, which will enable you to take your sewing skills to perfection.
Plus, get properly kitted out; close up photographs of hand and machine tools show you the best equipment for the job and guarantee you know exactly how to use it.
Tucks, pleats, hems, darts, edges, pockets, buttonholes, zips - whatever you want to sew find out how.

Five years after the end of Saving Francesca
This time it's Thomas Mackee who needs saving
The Piper's Son by Melina Marchetta
Coming March 2010
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| Published: | 2 March 2009 |
| Format: | Paper Lami Cover & Jacket , 400 pages |
| RRP: | $59.95 |
| ISBN-13: | 9781405335553 |
| Imprint: | Dorling Kindersley |
| Publisher: | Dorling Kindersley |
| Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Category: | Needlework & Fabric Crafts |

