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
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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I love sewing, because I feel like I’m in a different world. I love sewing because the creative side of me comes out!
I love sewing because, I feel like I can do anything!
Sewing is in my blood! My mother, both grandmothers and my only aunt all sew. (Even my husband and my mother-in-law sew proficiently). I grew up watching everyone sew, many times for me. As I grew up, I started designing my own Easter outfits, picking out the fabric and having my mother sew them for me (we did this with my prom dress as well). Creating something is the best feeling – I love sewing! I just look forward to being able to do it all by myself :-)
It makes me feel closer to my Great Great Grandmom.
I love sewing because it’s my escape. As a FT caregiver for my disabled veteran husband and very sick daughter, it’s my place to get energized and be creative so I can then tackle ‘life’ at home. It’s also a place for me to create things for our daughter that we cannot afford anymore. So, we take note of styles and interesting things, and recreate our versions of them at home. I was reminded recently that this is what our family has been doing for generations.
I come from a family of seamstresses and have always had the need to create. Unfortunately, I have not mastered the skill of sewing (always having to depend on someone else bailing me out when I do something wrong). This book sounds like an excellent resource to help me gain sewing independence. Thanks for writing it!