Sewing: Just what you need
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A stylish, super‑practical guide for anyone who wants to feel confident with a needle and thread, this compact book covers all the essential sewing skills you need for everyday repairs and simple dressmaking. It explains how to understand your machine, measure accurately, check fit and make basic adjustments, while also teaching a wide range of useful hand and machine stitches. Clear, friendly instructions show you how to hem, sew buttonholes, fix buttons, add pockets and create neat pleats. Whether you’re mending clothes or customising garments, it’s an ideal go‑to reference for building real sewing confidence.
Author/Artist/Designer
Lucy TezierPages
128, 300 illustrations
Dimensions
18.4 x 13.2 x 1.5cm (7.2 x 5.2 x 0.6 in)
ISBN
9781837760718
Colour
Orange
Product code
171692
Book Format
Hardback
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