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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412 Comments
I love to figure out how things are made. I totally enjoy all the ‘engineering’ reading a pattern provides.
I also have a mission to only give handmade items.
My grandmother taught me to sew and in doing so gave me innumerable hours of enjoyment. I would like to pass this skill along to my two little granddaughters. What better way of doing it than to teach them to sew doll clothes!
Congratulations on the publication of your book. I’m sure it will become a treasured resource to many.
I would consider myself a new sewer at the machine and I have a lot to learn! I love sewing because I have daughters and we love wearing dresses and skirts and sewing my own allows ME to determine the length (longer preferably) and it allows for me to put some matching cloths together between my daughters and myself and make matching outfits for my daughter’s 18" doll inexpensively.
I love to sew because I like making unique things for my kiddo!
I have been sewing and quilting since I was 9 (my mom taught me how to sew). I now have a 10yr old grand daughter that I am teaching to sew – and we’re starting by making American Girl doll clothes for her doll, Kit Kitteridge. Your patterns are top notch – easy to sew – very fashionable – and the instructions are great. Keep up the good work, and congrats on the new book! I hope I win it!