Sewing Technique & Skills Books

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…

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…

Overlockers do so much more than just join seams and neaten edges. With this practical book by your side, you will learn to make full use of your machine so that your sewing projects become easier and quicker to make. With helpful…

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…

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 …

Be inspired with this brilliant book - with a detailed introduction to basic stitches, fabrics and sewing tools, plus a range of simple patterns.

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…

This comprehensive book features more than 30 different techniques from changing design lines to honeycomb smocking and includes clear and easy instructions with illustrations or photos to guide you as you work. Sewists will find …

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…

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…

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…

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…

Combines simple instructions and easy to follow techniques for creating unique curtains, quilts and other patchwork crafts that will ignite your creativity and allow you to create items similar to those seen in trendy stores like …

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…

Learn how to build on your sewing repertoire as you take the next step on your making journey. The Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills is the second title in this brand-new, standalone series that celebrates dressmaking technique…

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…

Designed for beginner sewists and those who already have the basics, this book is an essential guide to learning how to sew by hand or machine.

Many people have a sewing machine tucked away in a corner, but little understanding of how to use it. With accessible and clear instructions, this book takes you on a journey, teaching and building upon basic skills to build up a …

Sewing Soft Books is a super simple guide to creating engaging and interactive activity books for young children that encourage fine motor skills and learning through play. Following easy and clear instructions, beautiful illustra…

Boston-type bags, backpacks, pochettes, drawstrings and pouches in 35 different designs. With the full-size sewing patterns you can easily sew your costomized bags following the detailed instructions.

How do you keep your piles of scrap fabric from growing out of control? Sew with them, of course!In this inspirational book, best-selling author Debbie von Grabler-Crozier shows you how to stitch 20 stylish, fresh items from very …

A comprehensive manual on everything you need to know on how to sew clothes! The Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes is a must-have resource filled with valuable insight on sewing, tailoring, making alterations, and more.…

Who knew just two fat quarters can be used in so many ways? Turn your left-over fabrics or stash of odd fat quarters into 16 beautiful bags! The projects inside range from accessory essentials like an evening clutch and crossbody …

Designing and Making Hats and Headpieces is an inspiring and instructional guide to the art of millinery. It explains how to go about designing a hat, what equipment and materials you will need, and the techniques required to get …

Tired of wearing the same clothes? How about revamping your wardrobe with new custom made clothes? This is a practical sewing manual that shows all the steps for making skirts and trousers, from the basics, like different hand sti…

A complete course in machine-sewing for children aged 7+ years. Sewing is a skill that has so many benefits for children and can give them real pride in their achievements. Angela Pressley has been teaching children to sew for 15 …