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List Price: $21.95
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Author: Claire B. Shaeffer
ISBN: 1579544150
Number of Pages: 256
Publication Date: 2001-02-24
Publisher: Rodale Books
Customer Reviews (28 total reviews)
Advanced tips for non-advanced sewers
by Customer A3SZFYYX8RKFIJ at January 10th, 2007
I wouldn't bother with this book if you're at all an experienced stitcher or designer.
It's a bit dated and I didn't get anything new from it.
Fabulous Book!
by Customer A1OSHIB9YJX07J at January 09th, 2007
I have been struggling with sewing for years. Understanding the proper construction
techniques "from the ground up" has made an enormous change in how I view the entire process.
This book is the best I have ever read and should be required reading for any
sewer!
So non-new information that I laughed
by Customer A29AYPH1UBTA16 at November 10th, 2006
Being a fan of Project Runway and a long-time sewer, I was looking forward to learning those ... (read more)
Secrets that sould be known to every sewer
by Customer A134KETY8B0HH8 at August 28th, 2006
Although the pictures are old fashioned, to say the least, the technic and tips of how to manage the smallest details are priceless. And I thought I knew it all after 25 years of sewing. This book is a bible to every sewer.
High fashion...Maybe
by Customer A1UVWTNPX8TR0G at August 22nd, 2006
I was completely unimpressed with this book. It does contain some interesting sewing techniques, ... (read more)
Great for taking your sewing skills to the next level...
by Customer A643VUFC93O5G at August 07th, 2006
If you have never sewn before or are just starting, this book is not for you. The author assumes ... (read more)
Sewing secrets
by Customer A241XL3JX5SGNX at July 17th, 2006
I am a bit disappointed that i did not check out the publishing date before purchasing - i would have liked a book of this nature that is more up to date. However, the information contained is good, and the book is good to have on one's shelf for reference purposes.
Highly recommended!
by Customer A1MDFS4QC6EFX4 at May 25th, 2006
This book offers valuable tips and tricks on both basic and advanced techniques. Even though the ... (read more)
Was Rather Underwhelmed
by Customer A1J4YPAI4M2UOY at February 10th, 2006
As much as I hate to rain on anyone's parade, this book was not what I expected. Instead of clear, ... (read more)
Glad I bought it
by Customer A3B6NG6GTGKZQ7 at January 20th, 2005
This book has been very helpful in my struggle to break out of beginning sewing. It helps the ... (read more)
