Publisher's Synopsis
- Essential kit: different varieties of scissors, needles, measures, markers, pins and advanced tools.
- Sewing machines: choosing one, the functions and terms, specialist machines, how they work, setting tension, care and maintenance.
- Fabrics: varieties, properties, patterns and preparing for sewing.
- Materials: threads, stitches, webbing, interfacing, wadding and stuffing.
- Techniques: straight sewing, curves and corners, seam allowance, starting and finishing.
- Fastenings: zips, buttons, Velcro, and hooks and eyes.
- Techniques: trims, edgings, pleats, gathers and tucks.
- Embellishment and customisation: embroidery, appliqué, Suffolk Puffs, beads and sequins.
- Clothing and dressmaking: sizing, patterns, darts, hems, pockets, waistlines, collars, sleeves, linings and mending clothes.
- Home furnishings: curtains, blinds, cushions and quilts.
- Step-by-step projects: embroidered napkin set, appliqué phone case, wrap scarf, snap-frame purse, envelope cushion cover, no-pattern skirt and bunting.
