Adventures With Polarfleece: A Sewing Expedition

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Author: Nancy Cornwell
ISBN: 0873415558
Number of Pages: 160
Publication Date: 1998-01
Publisher: Krause Publications

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Marketed under various brand names, fleece fabric is an amazingly versatile material that is no longer limited to outerwear garments. Sewing expert Nancy Cornwell has spent years perfecting techniques and developing tricks for working with this sometimes tricky fabric. In Adventures with Polarfleece, she carefully explains all aspects of working with the material, including stitching basics, achieving no-hassle zippers and buttonholes, creating color-blocked patterns, adapting patterns not originally designed for fleece, mastering ready-to-wear finishing details, and adding class with designer details such as ultrasuede accents, sculptured looks, pin tucks, embroidery, and appliqué. Although the bulk of the book comprises tips and instructions for specific techniques and applications, there is also a chapter devoted to 15 step-by-step projects, from a jacket, vest, or cape to a "baby collection" of blanket, pillow, toy, and snuggle wrap. Even if you're used to sewing fleece garments from store-bought patterns, you'll find much to help perfect your technique and produce professional-looking results.

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by Customer at August 28th, 2001
I read this book simulataneously with Rochelle Harpers "Sew the New Fleece." There is much overlap ... (read more)

Fantastic!
by Customer at July 15th, 1998
I just purchased this title and can't put the book down. It is extremely thorough and includes everything you could possibly need to know including identifying quality fabric, choosing the correct needle, troubleshooting, inserting zippers and embellishing. A definite must read for fleece lovers!

Beyond a doubt the best book on polar fleece on the market!
by Customer at March 10th, 1998
There is no question, the techniques and practical guides in this book are the best I've read. Nancy has comprehensive and detailed photos for each technique! And the ideas are todays look and ready to wear professional. I would urge anyone who is sewing on fleece to hurry and purchase this one. No affiliation just a happy customer! Enjoy