Review: Highly recommend this one
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 16, 2013
THE best book out there on sewing for beginners, yes, I'd go as far as to say that! The author has over 30 years of experience and it shows. The book is neatly laid out and immaculately formatted. The measurements are precise to the centimeter, instructions are crystal clear and there are several illustrated diagrams for each piece to help you 'sew with confidence'. Then there are photographs of the finished products, which will also decide on what colours look best.The author does a wonderful job of introducing the beginner to all the tools you are going to use and clearly explaining the basic sewing techniques, from basic measuring and rotary cutting to basic piping and pressing for a professional finish. In the last chapter she also talks about how to get started in free machine embroidery and then how to make a living from crafts. Overall, it a highly useful book, I'd recommend to all sewing beginners