The Great British Sewing Bee: The Techniques: All the Essential Tips, Advice and Tricks You Need to Improve Your Sewing Skills, Whatever Your Level

by The Great British Sewing Bee

The BBC primetime series The Great British Sewing Bee, is back.

Starting with the basics, from how to use a sewing machine and understand paper patterns, to knowing your fabrics and how to achieve that perfect finish – this is a go-to guide that you will keep referring back to.

With a section that demystifies the fitting process, and with expert sewing tips on making alterations, you'll be able to choose from a variety of projects that will ease you into the world of sewing.

For burgeoning sewers, this technique-focused book reveals the joys of sewing and the tools and skills required to progress. Interspersed with essential tips, from advice on finishing – tacking, hand stitching, hemming and more – to guidance on adding decorative finishes including piping, exposed zips, appliqué and more, this book is an indispensable reference that will encourage you to take the leap and start creating long-lasting projects to cherish.

Genres: Sewing, Nonfiction, Crafts

160 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 29, 2021

Reviews

[Sian D · Rating 5 out of 5]

My first sewing book! This was full of really helpful descriptions and instructions about sewing techniques. The contents and glossary made the information really accessible, and the illustrations were good. The only way this book would be better is if the images were photographs, as the illustrations could be a bit confusing. I am comfortable searching techniques I learnt in this book online, so the illustrations aren't a problem. I got this book from the library, and can imagine I'll buy one in the future.

[Christine Pilcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good for checking techniques that are seldom used.

[Laura Gibbons · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has become my sewing bible, if my machine is plugged in it’s within a foot of me so I can thumb through the pages when I need help or a guiding hand!

[Kerry Rhodes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'd probably rate my sewing skills as being a confident beginner. This book is brilliant. Easy to follow techniques and tips. I'm looking forward to trying a few more dress making patterns.

[Richard James · Rating 5 out of 5]

All the tips I needed

Very clear instructions in easy to understand format with good diagrams. Every basic technique is covered. I have learned a lot!