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Singer : the complete photo guide to sewing / by Nancy Langdon.

Langdon, Nancy J. S., (author.). Singer Sewing Machine Company. (Added Author).

Summary:

Is the one reference every sewer needs. Its 352 pages and 1,200 photographs cover every aspect of fashion and décor sewing. Choose the right tools and notions, use conventional machines and sergers, perfect your fashion sewing and tailoring, and produce lovely home décor projects. Step-by-step instructions for basic projects like pillows, tablecloths, and window treatments are included. Both beginning and highly skilled sewers will turn to this book again and again.

Record details

ISBN: 9781589238978
ISBN: 1589238974
Physical Description: 312 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
Edition: Third edition.
Publisher: Minneapolis, MN : Creative Publishing International, an imprimt of the Quarto Group, [2018]
Copyright: ©2018

Content descriptions

General Note:

Includes index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Getting started. The Serger ; Essential equipment and supplies ; The pattern ; Fabric essentials ; Classic fabric textures and designs ; General guidelines for pattern adjustments ; Layout, cutting, and marking -- Sewing techniques. Seams ; Serger seams and serger finishes ; Darts ; Gathers ; Sleeves ; Cuffs ; Collars ; Waistbands ; Hems ; Easy edges ; Pockets ; Closures ; Sewing activewear -- Home decorating. Decorator fabrics ; Slipcovers ; Pillows and cushions ; Bed and bath ; Table fashions -- Glossary.