Coming from exactly the right publisher (remember Stitch 'n Bitch" & " Generation T"); this title introduces "S.E.W." is the beginning sewer's bible. A reinvention of the post-war sewing how-to here is a hold-your-hand guide that marries attitude & instruction that speaks the language of today's crafters while teaching them everything they need to know from winding a bobbin to sewing a dart to customizing a pattern. Diana Rupp the author comes from a long line of crafters & parlayed her passion into a career as the founder of Make Workshop a unique DIY school that's been written about in " Elle" " Real Simple" " Time Out" " Vogue Patterns" & more. In "S.E.W" Rupp brings the workshop home: buying the right machine; setting up a space & furnishing it with the right tools; introducing fabrics
- manmade vs. natural fibres woven's vs. knits colour theory buying vintage fabric on e Bay; the art of laying out a pattern & cutting; & becoming one with your machine from best posture to seam allowances buttonholes zippers & the finer points of h&-sewing. Then comes the fun: 25 amazing projects 8 with patterns included all handled with clear step-by-step instructions
- gingham wrap skirt gauchos drawstring pants silky top downtown hobo/laptop bag patchwork throw dog sweater unisex boxers vintage apron more."