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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This Christmas I’m sewing for my granddaughters AG dolls. It’s going to be fun choosing patterns, materials, buttons and etc. I love sewing because it lets me be creative.
I love sewing because I like to make new things
I love to sew because it allows me to flex a creative muscle that I can’t in any other way. Sewing allows me to get what I really want – fit, shape, size, color, pattern, etc. Even though I still need a lot of practice, I learn something everytime I sew. I also really like giving something totally unique to someone I love.
Hi! My name is Ashley! A few reasons why I love sewing so much is because it gives me freedom to express myself. I get to sew with close family members. I get to make very fashionable clothing for American Girl dolls and humans. It makes happy and gives time to relax. I can create things with just a simple square. I always wanted a sewing machine ever since I was 6 years old and I finally got it for my birthday. So it feels amazing to make a dress that would take an hour instead of 3 days :). Thanks for the contest! You guys are awesome heroes to me! :D
I will soon be 71 years young. When I was in high school….every girl in the school was signed up for Home Ec., except for me. I hated sewing!! I was forced to take the class or else be the only girl in a study hall full of boys. So I did. I failed the sewing class as I knew I would. Years later after I was married and had two children….I developed the desire to sew for my little girl. Lo and behold…some of the basics did sink in from my high school Home Ec. class! I remembered how to read a pattern. So I experienced some delightful success during that time. By the time my youngest child was 9….I had double ovarian cancer and was carrying my third child. We both survived but not without years of serious health problems. All that has passed….and I’m still here and now with a very strong desire to learn to sew for my American Girl and other 18" dolls….and make their clothes turn out really nice! I would love to have this book to guide me along. I live in a tiny podunk village and there is absolutely nothing here but 300 people. The book would be just what I need!! :o) Thanks for the opportunity!