Sewing Project Books

Learn how to design and make your own patterns and sew with confidence from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee. Pattern Drafting will show you how to draft patterns so you can make clothes that suit your style and fit yo…

Who knew just two fat quarters can be used in so many ways? Conquer that pile of odd fat quarters you've stashed away and make 16 fun and practical items for your home. Start off with an easy-to-follow crash-course on the essentia…

From setting up your machine and exploring different stitches to learning how to hem and create beautiful sewing projects, Jessica Shaw has all the know-how you need to master your sewing machine - and now she shares it with you. …

A STEP-BY-STEP course to using a sewing machine, including 11 PROJECTS to make to put your skills into practice plus 7 full-size pull-out patterns: make cushions, curtains, clothes and more. Many sewing machines only come with a d…

Learn the basic skills and techniques you need for successful hand and machine sewing Over the past ten years, interest in sewing has grown. If want to learn how to sew or to improve your skills, Sewing For Dummies is the book you…

Discover 18 contemporary, unisex sewing projects made from heavy duty fabrics that are stylish, practical and designed to last a lifetime. Every project in this stunning book features heavy duty fabrics, including canvas, waxed co…

Learn how to make 100 bags, customised your way. The brilliant new book from Stuart Hillard, Make 100 Bags teaches crafters of all abilities how to make 20 new projects in 5 distinct styles: Simple Fabric, English Paper Piecing, S…

Stylish and super-practical, this introduction to the key skills of sewing has just what you need to sew buttons, repair clothes, make alterations and take control of needle and thread. Do you need to sew a button back on? Or let …

A complete resource for furniture upholstering, regardless of your abilities, with easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions explaining all the essential upholstery techniques, from covering buttons to stripping and upholstering en…

Whether you want to alter a vintage jacket or create a full-tailored suit, this tailoring reference guide has everything you need to produce elegant, bespoke garments that last a lifetime.With over 80 step-by-step techniques on me…

Help children learn to MACHINE SEW with 30 SUPER-FUN and CREATIVE projects!An all-new collection from BESTSELLING author ANGELA PRESSLEY, expert sewing teacher and star of SEWING STREET TV. Packed full of colourful and unique idea…

This beautiful, instructive book from The Great British Sewing Bee’s Jenniffer Taylor shows you how to make and adapt your own clothes without the need for shop-bought patterns. Using Jenniffer's fun and imaginative ideas, this bo…

Everyone has their favourite items of clothing that they love because they fit them perfectly and look great. This practical guide for home dressmakers explains how to remake your wardrobe favourites without having to unpick and r…

Expert bag designer, Mrs H, has created a collection of the latest bag making techniques and 8 full-size bag patterns, based on her popular weekend bag making retreats. This collection of bag making techniques will teach you how t…

Create 30 beautiful and useful projects with this essential guide to machine sewing. As well as being an invaluable skill and a relaxing hobby, machine sewing is a great way of being kind to the planet by upcycling scraps of fabri…

The ultimate guide to sewing for aspiring and experienced young sewists. This guide for young makers features 40 awesome patterns for kids who enjoy sewing. Each creation can be made on a sewing machine by following the clear inst…

A lot of work goes into a quilting or sewing project, so it's important to finish strong! This is a complete, go-to guide on how to ensure your projects are edged perfectly each and every time. Opening with helpful overviews on bi…

Making clothes for little ones is so much fun – whether you’re sewing for your own children, grandchildren or friends’ kids. Tilly & the Buttons: Mini Makes is the go-to resource for clothesmaking for babies and children, writ…

For kids who have mastered hand sewing, machine sewing opens up exciting new possibilities! Sewing School 2 offers 20 creative projects designed for children ages 7 and up, including cloth pencil cases, purses, wall pockets, and e…

Spark any child's imagination with skills that will last a lifetime!Ideal for creative kids aged 7+, this fun, colourful book contains 30 must-make sewing projects, all easy to customize and perfect for making independently or wit…

Make six classic garments and create a stylish multi-layered wardrobe from scratch. Full-size patterns are provided for a neat vest with a boxer back detail, an elegant bias-cut long-sleeved dress, a simple long gathered skirt wit…

Celebrate 10 years of Half Yard Heaven with this special, revised and reworked anniversary edition. Ideal for beginners and beyond, this heavenly book is a must-have for every sewist!The revised anniversary edition of the classic …

Stitch will offer contemporary designs and creative projects for the modern maker with a discernible eye for aesthetics, with a focus on customisable makes, stunning fabric inspiration, easy-to-follow instructions and beautifully …

What says Christmas better than a handmade decoration? Or hanging up a stocking you have created yourself? This book has 30 sewing projects to get you in a festive mood. However you celebrate Christmas and whatever your family tra…

You will find blocks that range from innovative to traditional, whimsical to sophisticated, classic to unique! Combine the blocks to make any of the projects, from full-sized quilts to table toppers and baby quilts. With so many b…

At last! A leather working book for amateurs by a top professional. Valerie Michael guides the leatherworker through techniques and projects, showcasing the very best of her knowledge and experience. After a thorough presentation …

Introducing a book of cool, quirky, and super-quick projects for those who love to be creative but rarely have the time. If you have half an hour to spare, you can whip up beautifully sewn home goods, toys, accessories, simple gar…

Sewing is fun - learn how to do it yourself with this step-by-step guide. Pick up this book and you'll soon be a sewing whiz, using a wide variety of hand stitches and learning how to sew on a zip, attach buttons, embroider, and a…

Sewing guru Wendy Gardiner brings you this comprehensive guide to sewing with fat quarters. Delve into a brilliant techniques section, guiding you through a variety of essential techniques, from inserting a zip and sewing buttonho…

Create stylish effects in every room in the house. Katrin Cargill provides 200 up-to-date soft furnishing ideas ranging from simple yet stylish curtains and cosy cushions to elegant bedspreads and imaginative lampshades. Whether y…