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1	Sewing for Dummies more books like this by Janice Saunders Maresh add to wishlist Do you love to sew - or want to learn how? Then this book will have you in stitches in no time. There's nothing like the feeling of completing a project using beautiful fabrics and great timesaving tools and then sharing it with your family and friends. Plus, learning to sew will save you money too! Before long, you'll be stitching your own hems, ... see all copies from $2.36! new only from $2.73! \| SVS
2	It's a Wrap: Sewing Fabric Purses, Baskets, and Bowls more books like this by Susan Breier add to wishlist Helps you sew fabric strips into containers. Start with a plate shape to learn the technique, and experiment with four basic container styles to create round, oval, square, and other shapes. see all copies from $12.00! new only from $12.66! \| SVS
3	Bend-The-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew more books like this by Amy Karol add to wishlist Author Amy Karol, whose Angry Chicken is one of the best-loved craft blogs on the Web, brings stitchers everywhere a down-to-earth introduction to sewing, including thirty projects so adorable and cool they'll inspire anyone to pick up a needle and thread. Written with Amy's characteristic warmth and flair, you'll find information on basic ... see all copies from $11.98! new only from $11.98! \| SVS
4	Fast, Fun and Easy Fabric Bowls: 5 Reversible Shapes to Use and Display more books like this by Linda Johansen add to wishlist The five versatile bowls in this collection can be created in your own choice of fabric and colours. The designs include the easy round bowl and the fast square bowl. All the bowls are reversible and washable and are made using regular interfacing or Timtex to provide shaping and flexibility. see all copies from $2.59! new only from $2.75! \| SVS
5	Sewing with Sergers: The Complete Handbook for Overlock Sewing more books like this by Gail Brown, Pati Palmer add to wishlist Beginning sergers will benefit from this introductory guide to the serger machine and basic serging techniques. Information on the function of a serger and instructions on machine maintenance are provided along with step-by-step guidelines on sewing straight lines and curves, turning corners, and creating professional-looking seams. Additional ... see all copies from $2.26! new only from $5.91! \| SVS
6	Encyclopedia of Sewing Machine Techniques more books like this by Nancy Bednar, Joann Pugh-Gannon add to wishlist Beading, fringing, pintucks, and puffing--if the sewing machine can do it, then the technique is here! Want instructions for those indispensable basics? You'll find advice on a variety of ways to do bias binding; buttonholes; edge finishes; gathering; hem finishes (seven of them, from corded to shadow); mitering corners, seam finishes; topstiching ... see all copies from $8.14! new only from $12.95! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Cool Couture: Construction Secrets for Runway Style more books like this by Kenneth D King add to wishlist He provides his own shortcuts, careful instruction, and advice to help home sewers of every level produce impeccable results. Each technique is presented with simple how-to drawings and detailed step-by-step instructions. Fashion-forward photographs of the designer's own couture garments and tight shots of fabrics, construction, and decorative ... see all copies from $18.76! new only from $18.76! \| SVS
8	Sew U: The Built by Wendy Guide to Making Your Own Wardrobe more books like this by Wendy Mullin, Beci Orpin (Illustrator), Agnieszka Gasparska (Illustrator) add to wishlist The first truly cool guide to making the essentials of a stylish wardrobe using 3 Simplicity(R) patterns created exclusively for this book. Like knitting before it, sewing is being reclaimed by a new generation; one that is bored by poor quality and homogenous design. Downtown fashion designer Wendy Mullin of 'Built by Wendy' will teach the ... see all copies from $12.99! new only from $13.69! \| SVS
9	Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing more books like this by Anna Maria Horner add to wishlist Admired fabric designer Anna Maria Horner draws on her passion for art, sewing, and textiles to inspire one-of-a-kind projects. Anna Maria Horner's signature style combines the techniques of a seasoned sewer with the vision of an artist. In "Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing", she walks you through the fundamentals, offering practical ... see all copies from $8.84! new only from $8.97! \| SVS
10	The Best of Sewing with Nancy more books like this by Nancy Zieman add to wishlist The host of the popular public TV series Sewing with Nancy presents a compilation of techniques and projects gleaned from the most useful and popular topics covered during the first 10 years of her show. Her clear techniques emphasize speed and quality in making garments and home decorating projects. 600 full-color illus. 200 photos. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.44! \| first editions
11 view cover	Sewing with an Overlock more books like this by Singer Sewing Reference Library, Cy Decosse Inc add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.16! \| first editions
12 view cover	Adventures with Polarfleece more books like this by Nancy Cornwell add to wishlist Author Nancy Cornwell leads readers on a sewing expedition. Explore and discover endless project possibilities for the entire family. Sew a collection of fifteen projects for play, work, fashion, comfort, and warmth. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.08! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	No Time to Sew: Fast & Fabulous Patterns & Techniques for Sewing a Figure-Flattering Wardrobe more books like this by Sandra Betzina add to wishlist One of the country's top sewing artists help sewers at any level of expertise sew a successful wardrobe in record time, offering stylish patterns, step-by-step instructions, time-saving tips, and wardrobe advice. Each of the garments is designed to sew up in an evening and to flatter any figure. 50 color photos. 500 color illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.06! \| signed copies \| SVS
14 view cover	Vogue Sewing more books like this by Sixth & Spring Books (Creator) add to wishlist The bestselling guide to sewing gets a freshening up!And it's from "Vogue"(R): the most respected name in needlework. A trusted classic since 1975, "Vogue(R) Sewing" has remained a consistent bestseller and sewer's favorite. Now it's been fully revised and updated, with the latest information and all-new photographs and illustrations, introduction ... see all copies from $12.59! new only from $17.13! \| SVS
15 view cover	Simple Sewing: Patterns and How-To for 24 Fresh and Easy Projects more books like this by Lotta Jansdotter, Meiko Arquillos (Photographer) add to wishlist This title features projects that include handy tote bags, smart aprons, chic bed linens, and much more. Each project is paired with step-by-step instructions, beautiful photographs, inspiring design ideas, and helpful how-to illustrations hand drawn by Lotta - everything a reader needs to make beautiful pieces for the home and beyond. Best of all ... see all copies from $16.24! new only from $16.24! \| SVS
16 view cover	Sewing for Plus Sizes: Creating Clothes That Fit & Flatter more books like this by Barbara Deckert add to wishlist This is the definitive guide for home sewers and dressmakers who wear a size 14 or larger. It is aimed squarely at readers who have basic sewing skills and who use commercial patterns, but do not know how to select designs, proportions, colours and fabrics that enhance and flatter their own unique dimensions and how to adjust standard patterns to ... see all copies from $4.26! new only from $4.40! \| SVS
17 view cover	The New Sewing Essentials more books like this by Singer Sewing Reference Library, Singer Co, Cy Decosse add to wishlist Written for sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels, this book provides reference with advice on the latest sewing aids and creative sewing applications. It offers guidance on fabrics and techniques for projects, and easy ways to sew darts, gathers, buttonholes, zippers and hems. see all copies from $2.41! new only from $9.25!
18 view cover	Nancy Cornwells 90 Minute Fleece: 30 Projects for Beginners and Busy Sewers more books like this by Nancy Cornwell add to wishlist Appeals to aspiring sewers with only a few minutes of free time and a creative spirit see all copies from $4.98! new only from $5.98!
19 view cover	The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing: 1200 Full-Color How-To Photos more books like this by Creative Publishing International (Creator) add to wishlist Sections include choosing the right tools and notions, using conventional machines and sergers, fashion sewing, tailoring, and home decor projects. Included are step-by-step instructions for basic projects like pillows, tablecloths, and window treatments. Sewers from beginners to the skilled will turn to this book again and again. see all copies from $18.81! new only from $18.81! \| SVS
20 view cover	Making the Most of Your Sewing Machine & Serger Accessories more books like this by Joann Pugh-Gannon add to wishlist Help your sewing machine and serger serve you as never before! Knowing all the ins-and-outs of every feature and a range of accessories, plus special tricks for doing those sometimes tricky jobs, will make sewing a lot easier. Go point by point through labeled photos of the machines. Meet the challenges posed by different stitches, threads, and ... see all copies from $8.08! new only from $12.00! \| first editions
21	Sew Easy Embellishments more books like this by Nancy Zieman add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
22 view cover	Experts' Book of Sewing Tips and Techniques: From the Sewing Stars of America--Hundreds of Ways to Sew Better, Faster and Easier more books like this by Rodale Press, Barbara Fimbel (Editor), Susan Weaver (Editor) add to wishlist The editors of Rodale Sewing Books interviewed over 100 sewing stars throughout the U.S. for their best tips and techinques. You can share the benefit of their wisdom and experience in this Applique to Zipper compendium. Over 700 full color illustrations are included. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.43! \| first editions
23 view cover	Nancy Cornwell's More Polar Magic: Expanded Fleece Techniques more books like this by Nancy Cornwell add to wishlist - Teaches new techniques for over 50 projects- Easy to follow instructions for all skill levels- Bonus fleece jacket pattern see all copies from $3.55! new only from $14.00! \| SVS
24 view cover	Fast, Fun & Easy Irresist-A-Bowls: 5 Fresh New Projects, You Can't Make Just One! more books like this by Linda Johansen add to wishlist Join the newest, hottest trend in the craft world - fabric bowls! Clear, complete instructions for 5 new bowl shapes in a variety of sizes Prefer the tailored look? Try a pieced bowl Coordinating with china? Make a fluted bowl Love country? A sunflower bowl is for you Intrigued by geometry? Sew a double-square bowl Romantic? Dream up a fantasy ... see all copies from $4.99! new only from $8.75!
25	Creative Kindness more books like this by Nancy Luedtke Zieman, Gail Brown add to wishlist This volume contains 12 simple projects, including a care cloth, a sleeping bag and pillows. Each chapter introduces talented people who provide step-by-step intructions for each specific project. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99!

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