How to Sew: A Step-by-step Manual of Techniques for Hand and Machine Work

By: Dorothy Wood

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Synopsis: This complete, practical reference of tried-and-tested sewing techniques will help you to achieve professional and accurate results every time. The guide begins with a glossary detailing each fabric group, its properties, structure, and fiber content. There is advice on sewing by hand or machine and each section concentrates on a different type of stitch, and its practical application. There are details on how to insert a zipper or sew buttonholes, as well as more decorative ideas like making tassels or adding piping. Whether you are a beginner or a more accomplished needleworker, How to Sew provides all you need to produce results you can be proud of.