Sewing Stitch and Textile Bible A Complete Illustrated Guide to Techniques & Materials

Delivers technique tips you will refer to often Spiral encased, lay-flat format allows you to work while you read Whether it's simple repair advice, instructions for soft furnishings or tips for designing fashions, this comprehensive sewing resource contains instructions anyone can understand, and use for years to come. In addition to easy-to-follow instructions, demonstrated in over 500 color photos and diagrams, this book includes a stitch directory with functional and decorative stitches created by hand, machine and serger. Plus, a textile directory with details for working with more than 70 fabrics from chiffon to denim, and application advice for seams, edges, buttonholes, zippers and more. This is a foundational reference every sewing enthusiast can use.Knight, Lorna is the author of 'Sewing Stitch and Textile Bible A Complete Illustrated Guide to Techniques & Materials', published 2007 under ISBN 9780896895270 and ISBN 0896895270.