Rev up your engines and place your bobbins! Absolute beginners and those looking to sharpen their skills will love How to Machine Sew. This project-based book teaches you 9 basic techniques of using a sewing machine with simple to follow instructions. Indispensable advice and proper know-how are jam packed on every page. You will learn absolutely everything you need to get started, including fundamental machine stitches, making seams, and working with zippers. Clear photographs and 180 step-by-step illustrations guide you through all the techniques and each fashionable project - 9 in all - including a drawstring bag, stitched picture, and the oven glove. No matter how little machine sewing experience you have, you will soon be humming along and dazzling your friends and family with your new-found skills and stylish designs.

• Pages: 108
• Author: Susie Johns
• Publish Date: 01/01/2017
• Dimensions: 8.46in x 0.35in x 10.83in
• Softcover

Sewing Workshop: Wardrobe Facelift invites readers to join the growing movement of conscious fashion by learning to upcycle, repair, and reinvent their clothing. In a time when sustainability and self-expression matter more than ever, this book offers a creative and empowering alternative to fast fashion. It provides 26 engaging projects that transform everyday garments into unique, wearable art using techniques like patchwork, Boro stitching, embroidery, appliqué, and more. Each project is designed to be approachable and low-cost, requiring only basic tools—a few needles, scraps of fabric, and the desire to give your clothes a second life. Whether it's hiding a stain with a hand-stitched motif, lengthening a pair of favorite pants, refreshing a faded shirt, or turning a basic t-shirt into a statement piece, this book makes the art of upcycling accessible to everyone, regardless of sewing skill level. With beautifully styled photography and detailed step-by-step instructions, the projects are applicable to both men's and women’s clothing and can be adapted to suit nearly any item in your closet. More than just a sewing book, Sewing Workshop: Wardrobe Facelift speaks to the therapeutic joy of slow stitching and the satisfaction of turning something old into something you love again 7.5 x 9 96 pages

Pincushions, poppets, and pinnies galore—secure your sewing pins like never before! In DIY Pincushions, Beanbags, Paperweights & Softies, beginners and sewing masters alike will create an array of stylish pincushions in a few easy steps—many of which can be done in just one afternoon! They’re not only practical little sewing helpers when finished, but they’re also teaching tools for those wanting to build their sewing and quilting skills. All 20 projects are made with approachable techniques, like pieced quilt blocks that are embellished with decorative appliqué, stitching, buttons, blocked corners, twisted pleats, pockets, and more. Some are shaped like traditional squares, rectangles, and round pillows, while others are shaped like frogs, sailboats, houses, roosters, and blooming flowers that can double as miniature stuffed softies, paperweights, or even bean bags! Each project includes step-by-step instructions and photos to help guide you through the simple process of creating adorable pincushions. Author SusanClaire Mayfield encourages you to use scraps from your fabric stash and be creative with your choices! No matter what you choose, the result is a functional, unique pincushion you’ll use in your workshop for years to come. 8x10; 96 pages

500 Sewing Techniques, Tips, Tricks, and Hacks is a sewer’s dream - an encyclopedic guide to all the hacks and tips stitchers need to keep at their fingertips. Think of this all-encompassing reference book as a compilation of every helpful sewing tip and trick you saw online all in one place! Inside 500 Sewing Techniques, Ashley Hough has captured all the best little tidbits for sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels. Become a master of pockets, zippers, bindings, edges, buttons, and buttonholes. Learn about getting a straight seam from a slip of cardboard. You’ll find it all right here—and thanks to the easy-to-follow photo step-outs, it comes with a foolproof approach. It won’t be long until the tips add up and you feel like the wise sewing sage who’s got a trick for everything.

• Pages: 280
• Publish Date: 10/07/2025
• Softcover

Pocket Guide to Sergers is an invaluable guide for both new and experienced seamstresses and tailors. It's a perfectly small, handy, take-along primer that includes all the basics for getting the most out of the serger machine. Sergers can do so much more than creating basic finishing seams, like gathering, cording, cover stitching, and ruffles, to name a few. This perfect-sized compact guide will teach you what a serger is and help you decide which one is the best for you to purchase. It also provides information on parts and pieces of the serger, tensions, needles and loopers, types of stitches, feet and accessories, getting the most out of your serger, and maintenance and troubleshooting. With so much information, this guide will quickly become your favorite.

• Pages 56
• Size: 6 x 4
• Publish Date: 11/19/2024

Aspiring and experienced seamstresses or seamsters in their now have their ultimate guide to sewing. Sewing Workshop for Young Makers features 40 awesome patterns for young people who enjoy sewing including a charm bag, a tied headband, braided bracelets, a cactus cushion, a retro purse, message banners, a maxi sweatshirt and more! Each creation can be made on a sewing machine by following the super simple instructions that are accompanied by illustrated steps and diagrams. In a world where it is increasingly important to be frugal, instead of buying their next wardrobe, kids can now make their own!

• Pages: 96
• Size: 7.6in x 8.8in
• Publish Date: 02/20/2024
• Softcover

Zigzag Rope Sewing Projects is a complete craft guide to making stylish bowls, bags, trivets, baskets, and more by coiling rope and joining it together with a simple zigzag stitch! An easy and fun craft to quickly master, this exciting guide features 17 sewing projects and rope crafts with clear, step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and expert tips throughout that will ensure success and build your rope sewing skills. Also included are introductory overviews on the basics of sewing with rope, instructions for more advanced shaping, and tons of finishing ideas. .5 x 11/ 144 pages

Sewing Soft Books is a super simple guide to creating soft baby books and interactive activity books for kids that promote fine motor skills and learning through play! The first-ever step-by-step book to sewing sensory toys and quiet books, this complete guide includes easy-to-follow instructions for creating various book page patterns to mix, match, and make. With buckles, buttons, secret doors, flaps, zippers, and tons of other interactive elements, kids will love learning how to do certain tasks just by playing with the pages! Whether you’re brand new to sewing or having been doing it for years, Sewing Soft Books is the perfect source of inspiration for everyone that breaks down the process into simple, bite-sized chunks. 8 x 10/ 96 pages

Dye and print your own textiles! Learn to Dye and Print Fabric Using Shibori, Tie-Dye, and Sun Print is the ultimate beginner-friendly guide that will show you how to accomplish seven different fabric manipulation techniques – from sun and veggie printing to shibori, cyanotype, flower pounding, and more. With step-by-step instructions and coordinating photography, see how easy and fun it is to transform old sheets, tablecloths, and T-shirts into one-of-a-kind printed pieces!  7.5 X 10.3/ 12 pages

Frolic through fields of flowers as you take your embroidery skills to the next level! Lovely Little Embroideries is an inspirational guide to creating 22 stunning, small, and easy embroidery hoops, accessories, ornaments, and more, all featuring every stitcher’s favorite subject – flower bouquets! Opening with overviews on basic supplies, transfer methods, and how to finish the back of a hoop, also included is an illustrated stitch guide for both basic stitches to more advanced ones. With step-by-step instructions and photography for stitching floral embroidery hoops, pendant necklaces, holiday ornaments, lavender sachets, and more, this must-have craft book offers fresh and modern embroidery patterns to fine-tune your skills that every passionate stitcher will love! Embroidery artist Beth Stackhouse is the owner of Forest Chorus Studio where she offers embroidery pattern tutorials, fiber art, and embroidered jewelry. Her work has been featured on MarthaStewart.com, MAKERS Magazine, KOEL Magazine, Feeling Stitchy, and other well-known publications within the needlework and crafting industry. 128 pages

• Pages: 128
• Author: Beth Stackhouse
• Publish Date: 04/26/2022
• Softcover

For quilters seeking to have some fun with improv quilting but aren’t quite sure how to approach the technique, this is a must-have guide that offers some sought-after structure using a very familiar quilt block – log cabins! With the log cabin quilt block structure, you can explore a variety of improvisational possibilities while still ending up with a quilt that beautifully goes together! Featuring a collection of log cabin quilt designs that use easy improv techniques, each project includes step-by-step instructions, helpful diagrams and illustrations, expert tips, and more. Also included are sections on tools and supplies, log cabin basics, improv concepts and approaches, and design principles. Mary M. Hogan has been quilting for 25 years and specializes in improv quilting and using as many fabrics as possible. She is the author of Fast Fold Hexies from Pre-Cuts & Stash, Fast Fold Hexie Quilting, String Quilt Style, and Classic to Contemporary String Quilts. 128 pages

• Pages: 128
• Author: Mary M. Hogan
• Publish Date: 06/07/2022
• Softcover

Get inspired by a fresh approach to patchwork quilting! 180 simple patchwork blocks that incorporate Japanese design elements, colorways, and characteristics. Range of themes, subjects, and designs, from expressive animals and geometric shapes to modern florals, traditional block designs, and more. Step-by-step tutorials on basic sewing techniques and drawing different block shapes, tips and tricks, and how to sew patchwork coasters, pouches, quilts, and mini bags. Stunning photography of example block patterns to help you choose fabrics and colors. Author Suzuko Koseki is a fabric designer, quilt author, and quilt instructor at Vogue Quilt Institute, Heart and Hands Patchwork School, and Asashi Cultural Center. Find inspiration in an entirely new patchwork quilting approach with Japanese-inspired design influence! This must-have quilting pattern book features 180 carefully curated blocks that represent the unique style of Japanese quilting and patchwork. Each quilt block pattern is simple and classic while also incorporating unique Japanese design elements, colorways, and characteristics that make for an exciting, updated aesthetic with a cultural twist. In addition to the inspirational collection of 180 beautiful patchwork block patterns, also included are examples of patterns that have been sewn, making this book a helpful resource for choosing fabrics and matching colors. Organized by subject matter, shapes, or block composition, each patchwork pattern is both eye-catching and beautifully constructed, and includes a fabric example photo, clear diagram, and design description. Helpful introductory overviews on basic sewing techniques are also provided, plus a project section with detailed descriptions on how to make practical items of various sizes including coasters, pouches, quilts, and purses. Enjoy a fresh and exciting patchwork style while you build your skills and update your aesthetic! Author Suzuko Koseki is a fabric designer, quilt author, and quilt instructor at Vogue Quilt Institute, Heart and Hands Patchwork School, and Asashi Cultural Center. Experiment with cloth play using 180 blocks that represent the unique style of Japanese quilting and patchwork, and explore endless possibilities for your future quilting projects, with 180 Patchwork Quilt Blocks!

• Pages: 200
• Publish Date: 07/19/2022
• Softcover

Jam-packed with essential information, Complete Book of Sewing Techniques, Updated Edition provides an ideal introduction for beginning sewers, and is also a useful reference for those who already have sewing skills! Featuring step-by-step instructions and coordinating photographs, inside this comprehensive 176-page book, you'll learn a wide variety of skills, including hand stitching, hemming, adding darts for shaping, inserting buttonholes, and so much more! Along with clear instructions on everything from making seams, sleeves, and collars to attaching linings and zippers, you'll also find valuable information on fabrics, threads, needles, and other equipment. The clear directions from author Wendy Gardiner ensure that even beginners get great results! With the techniques you learn in this must-have resource, you'll soon be stitching amazing clothes with skill and confidence! This updated edition features new photography and a variety of technical and general updates. Learn how to sew with the friendly advice from internationally accredited sewing expert Wendy Gardiner, inside Complete Book of Sewing Techniques, Updated Edition!

• Pages: 176
• Author: Wendy Gardiner
• Publish Date: 10/11/2021
• Softcover

Overcome color insecurities in this comprehensive guide that demystifies color theory, offers practical tips for selecting fabrics, and explores special effects.

• Pages: 112
• Size: 8-1/2in x 11in
• Publish Date: 02/25/2025

Learn how to do more than you ever imagined with sewing machine feet you probably already own!

• Pages: 160
• Trim Size: 8-1/2in x 11in
• Publish Date: 11/25/24

This compact guide contains everything you need to serge confidently, regardless of your experience level.

• Pages: 128
• Size: 5-1/4in x 9in
• Softcover

Be the star of the baby shower! Applique adorable baby animals onto gifts that will be snuggled now, and treasured for years to come. Fans flock to Kim Schaefer's best-selling designs, and 39 new nursery-themed baby animals are sure to roar, tweet, and moo their way into your hearts. Choose your animal adventure, with zoo and farm favorites, underwater creatures, woodland denizens, or animals of the northwest! You can make a darling baby quilt or create an entire layette! Embellish store-bought bibs, burp cloths, onesies, diaper covers, and diaper stackers with these too-cute designs for a personalized gift in no time. Other sweet and simple projects include crib quilts, security blankies, a bench bolster, and two wallhangings. - Oh baby! Applique bestselling author Kim Schaefer's nursery animals, from woodland creatures to zoo, farm, northwoods, and underwater friends - Sew 39 cheery animal motifs in darling 6-inch blocks for adorable crib quilts, wallhangings, and pillows - Personalize readymade onesies, bibs, burp cloths, diaper covers, or diaper stackers for quick and thoughtful gifts.

• Pages: 63
• Author: Kim Schaefer
• Publish Date: 12/25/2021
• Softcover

YouTube star Laura Coia makes it Sew Very Easy Her instructional videos have inspired hundreds of thousands to start sewing. Now sew-lebrity Laura Coia is back with written patterns for 26 fan favorite video tutorials on her "Sew Very Easy" YouTube channel From eyeglass cases and hanging door pockets to drawstring bags and custom machine covers, these projects are suitable for beginners and beyond. Brush up on basic techniques, adding zippers, binding, and drawstrings with ease. Then stitch up beautiful bags, accessories, and home decor with surprising hidden features.With no pattern pieces to transfer, it's as easy to measure, cut, and sew - Learn to sew with Laura Coia, the YouTube star behind "Sew Very Easy" videos- Make 26 useful projects like bags, accessories, and home decor--some in multiple sizes - Easy to find icons help identify projects to sew with precuts, fabric scraps, reclaimed fabrics, and more.

• Pages: 63
• Author: Laura Coia
• Publish Date: 01/25/2022
• Softcover

This mini pocket guide is packed with mega information curated for sewing beginners! Once you've found your perfect pattern, use this guide to lead you through the sewing process to answer all of your questions along the way. Best-selling author Annabel Wrigley shares the fundamental basics on how to get started sewing, as well as information on fabrics, rotary cutters, templates, fusible interfacing, and so much more. Plus, answer every query you have on sewing around corners, sewing by hand, and sewing a button and pom-pom with this guide. Get this for you and a friend to start your sewing journey together!

• Pages: 64
• Author: Annabel Wrigley
• Publish Date: 10/25/2021
• Softcover

Beginners rejoice¿getting started with sewing has never been easier! This project-based introductory guide will give you everything you need to know to explore and enjoy this fun art form. Dive in and sew six cute and useful projects like pillows, totes, pouches, and more. Plus, learn about the basics anatomy of a sewing machine, fabric, thread, and needle guide, and all the helpful tools and supplies you need. While this book is ideal for beginners, the adorable designs are still perfect and enjoyable for all sewing enthusiasts!

• Pages: 48
• Author: Lee Chappell Monroe
• Publish Date: 08/01/2021
• Softcover

Color Theory is a Tool, Not a Rule! By the author of the Foolproof Color Wheel Set, Katie Fowler shows you how to plan and practice color theory. Guided by her expert tips and suggestions, your creative juices will flow as you develop a comprehensive understanding of color theory and color relationships while completing these fun activities. Relax with your coloring tool of choice and explore hues, transparency, saturation, and more. Use this workbook for years to come as it will continue to be a great reference for all color and color combinations. So, go ahead, get coloring! - Gain an understanding of basic color theory in a series of fun and practical exercises - Explore topics such as hue, saturation, value, color mixing, transparency, color relationships and more - Both an educational and enjoyable hands-on experience!

• Pages: 128
• Author: Katie Fowler
• Publish Date: 10/07/2020
• Dimensions: 8.59in x 0.51in x 8.64in
• Softcover

Get the mini pocket guide to paper piecing that everyone’s talking about—perfect to take on the go! Follow step-by-step instructions from expert Tacha Bruecher for preparing and piecing using a foundation, then try out the technique with ten fun and graphic paper-pieced blocks. Includes techniques for both traditional foundation paper and freezer paper, as well as where and why to use each. This petite paperback is the perfect size for your purse or sewing kit.

• Pages: 48
• Author: Tacha Bruecher
• Publish Date: 02/27/2020
• Dimensions: 4.27in x 0.2in x 6.07in
• Softcover

Journey into a land of dreams and fairy tales as you sew unicorns, dragons, mermaids, and their friends! From mystical creatures to a royal princess, a castle, and a brave knight, Mary Hertel’s beloved paper-pieced blocks are simple to sew and easy to love. With sixteen mix-and-match blocks, you’ll unlock the power of imagination in your quilting. Combine the blocks to create seven cute and useful projects ranging from quilts and pillows to a drawstring backpack. With clever patterns and clear instructions, this collection will help paper piecers see that anything is possible.

• Pages: 80
• Author: Mary Hertel
• Publish Date: 06/25/2020
• Dimensions: 8.59in x 0.23in x 10.96in
• Softcover

Scared of the serger? Don’t be! From the best-selling A Field Guide series, this visual guide will help you get to know your serger from the inside out. Learn how to thread an overlocking sewing machine and achieve beautiful results with both basic and specialty stitches. Enhance your expertise working with an array of fabrics, from knits and wovens to sheers, and troubleshoot stitch issues with detailed how-tos. Bring ten fashion and home decor projects to life, from easy T-shirts and leggings to a market tote and elegant table decor. Whether you are breaking your serger out of the box, or looking to sharpen your skills, this comprehensive guide has everything you need to confidently create with your serger.

• Pages: 144
• Author: Katrina Walker
• Publish Date: 06/25/2020
• Dimensions: 8.07in x 0.38in x 10.06in
• Softcover

From the sewing machine whisperer comes this in-depth, visual guide to how a sewing machine works, how to keep it in good working order, and how to solve common problems. Perfect for sewists and quilters of all levels, this friendly approach to learning about and troubleshooting YOUR sewing machine gives you the tools you need to sew and quilt with less frustration and better results!

• Pages: 144
• Author: Bernie Tobisch
• Publish Date: 08/07/2018
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.44in x 10.04in
• Softcover

Featherweight history at your fingertips. Enjoy an entertaining look at the history of the Featherweight sewing machine. Expanded third edition updated with the latest research. Packed with photos, stories, and handy information. Learn to date and troubleshoot your machine. A fun read for quilters, Featherweight owners, and history buffs.

• Pages: 220
• Author: Nancy Johnson-Srebro
• Publish Date: 08/16/2010
• Dimensions: 6.08in x 0.48in x 8.17in
• Softcover

Piece by Piece: 20 modern patchwork and quilting projects to make from preloved fabrics is a hands-on craft book complete with patterns, tutorials and projects that use a mix of quilting, patchwork and appliqué. Designer, maker and founder of textile studio Working Cloth, Lauren MacDonald shares her enthusiasm for and knowledge of quilting with approachable warmth and humour in this indispensable guide to modern patchwork and quilting. A homage to tradition with a contemporary aesthetic, Piece by Piece offers heritage quilt patterns in a fresh, modern colour palette. The 20 projects, all designed to be made with second-hand fabrics and scraps from other projects, are simple enough for the beginner and advanced enough to keep experienced makers interested. Each of the three sections – kids and baby, homewares, and clothing and accessories – is organised in a skill-building sequence, with smaller, simpler projects at the beginning and more challenging ones towards the end. Beautifully illustrated, the step-by-step guides detail how to make a kid's and women's jacket, quilts, cushions and bolsters, a patchwork party hat and teddy bear, and more. A manual to be treasured and leafed through for years to come, Piece by Piece encourages you to repurpose and reuse – a practice quilters have been following for centuries that now feels both timeless and timely.

• Publish Date: 04/22/2025
• Softcover

Discover how to sew your own charming cloth animal dolls with this beautiful book. Doll-making can be simple and spontaneous, or it can be very detailed and even, to be honest, sort of fiddly. There are endless approaches to doll-making, from the basic to the complicated, each with its own joys and challenges. This book will walk you through the first steps from imagining a design to showing you how to add personality to your animal characters. Featuring patterns for a bunny rabbit, owl, cat, dog, bear, monkey, fox, kitten, and mouse ­– stitch up your own menagerie of fabric friends to gift or keep. The projects range in difficulty, allowing you to build on your skills as your progress through the pages of this book. Mix-and-match designs to personalise your you own dolls and create a basic wardrobe with simple, cute clothing patterns to sew and accessorise your makes. Doll-maker and designer, Katia Ferris provide expert guidance, helping you to sew confidently from scratch. Packed with stunning lifestyle photography and step-by-step illustrations, this book covers everything you need to bring your own animal characters to life.

• Publish Date: 09/30/2025
• Softcover

Mastering the art of mending just requires a few simple hand-sewing techniques which can extend the life of your wardrobe and your favorite clothing. Stitch it, Don’t Ditch It, will guide you through the fundamentals of mending, from the kit you’ll need, how to tackle different types of repairs to the core skills covering the common mends that will help you fix 90% of your clothes. Aimed at those with limited or no sewing skills, this book provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, including how to thread a needle, replace a button, back stitch a torn seam, rescue ladders and snags in knitwear. Mary V Morton and Jeanna Wigger shows readers how to choose the appropriate technique for your repair, fabric terminology and the anatomy of garments, making this the ultimate guide to those who want to be less wasteful and more sustainable.

• Publish Date: 08/05/2025
• Softcover

The Handmade Home is a modern guide to the art of crafting a home for less with 20 projects for homewares. Brimming with ideas from the pretty to the practical, The Handmade Home contains 20 unique projects for every room in your home using repurposed materials, helping you save money and the planet. Arounna will show you how to craft confidently to make modern, stylish homewares using traditional techniques and natural materials. Discover how to make a quilt and pillow from scrap fabrics, a blanket made from old sweaters, a rug made from rags and more. All the projects are beginner-friendly and include clear step-by-step instructions plus stunning lifestyle photography. The projects are also adaptable, allowing you to make them as simple or complex as you like.

• Publish Date: 10/21/2025
• Softcover