Are you new to sewing? Do you need to learn the basics? Do you want to see what is being taught with clear color photo's? This new book, written by Cinnamon Miles of Liberty Jane Clothing, may be the perfect thing to guide you on your journey to learn to sew! As an added bonus: Cinnamon, Melinda, and Karin worked together to bring you lots of exciting new crafty projects to help you learn the skills taught in the book. One of the favorites is the zippered clutch (pictured below)!

Geared toward the absolute beginner, Idiot's Guides: Sewing teaches the basics of sewing in a series of lessons using full-color, step-by-step illustrated instructions that enable you to clearly see how every technique is executed, from threading a sewing machine to reading a pattern. The lessons are accompanied by practice projects, allowing you to try out their newly learned skill. As the lessons become more advanced, so do the projects, giving you instant gratification as you become more proficient. This completely illustrated guide is an essential tool for any person who wants to learn to sew.
Projects Included in the book:
Fabric Bookmark, Infinity Scarf, Peter Pan Collar Embellishment (on a tee or tank), Lace Embellished Cami Tank, Fabric Headband, Zipper Clutch, Pleated Pillowcase, Monogrammed Key Fob, Quilted Pot Holder, Pocket Tee, Peppermint Coasters, Elastic Waist Skirt, Mannequin Scissor Holder, Felt Coffee Cozy, Sewing Machine Cover, Pincushion, Tissue Pack Cover, Reusable Snack Bag, Drawstring Flat Pack, Tablet Case, Picnic Blanket, Makeup Brush Holder, Applique Pillow.
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412 Comments
It is fun and I like to do with my hand for my girls
Granddaughter is wanting to learn to sew and this would be a good guide to walk her through the process.
I would love to win this book to advance more on my sewing. I would love to also teach my little girl to sew also. This book looks like a good one to have in the sewing room. I’m not a beginner but I’m not advance either. I love sewing doll clothes,they are fun to do. I’d like to learn how to work on the not so easy fabric.Make clothes like we wear for the dolls.
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I have been learning to sew for several reasons;
1. I have a little girl who loves to dress up her doll, her self, and her mom.
2. I have a Dad who was hospitalized and wanted “cozy” ponchos to keep the chill off-he has now asked me to start a charitable organization to create adaptive clothing for seniors in nursing care. AND
3. I am a very curvaceous woman who’s measurements land in 3 different clothing sizes!
Although I have made some great strides in my understanding of sewing basics, there are still several things I struggle with that have kept me from going public with my creations. :-( I would like to know if this book is being offered as an e-book so I can load it on my iPad. I am hoping it could help further me toward my sewing goals. Thx! Angell