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Couture Sewing Techniques, Revised and Updated (Paperback)
by (shelved 171 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.35 — 993 ratings — published 2014
The Sewing Book (Hardcover)
by (shelved 105 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.27 — 780 ratings — published 2009
The Colette Sewing Handbook: Inspired Styles and Classic Techniques for the New Seamstress (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 100 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.14 — 612 ratings — published 2011
Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing: A Modern Guide to Couture-Style Sewing Using Basic Vintage Techniques (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 95 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.11 — 555 ratings — published 2012
One-Yard Wonders: 101 Sewing Projects; Look How Much You Can Make with Just One Yard of Fabric! (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 94 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.80 — 1,267 ratings — published 2009
Vogue Sewing (Paperback)
by (shelved 94 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.28 — 497 ratings — published 1970
Bend-the-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew (Paperback)
by (shelved 93 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.88 — 1,333 ratings — published 2007
Patternmaking for Fashion Design (Ring-bound)
by (shelved 90 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.24 — 1,147 ratings — published 1987
Complete Guide to Sewing (Hardcover)
by (shelved 87 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.40 — 486 ratings — published 1976
New Complete Guide to Sewing (Hardcover)
by (shelved 82 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.28 — 605 ratings — published 1972
The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting (Paperback)
by (shelved 80 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.23 — 408 ratings — published 2012
The Art of Manipulating Fabric (Paperback)
by (shelved 76 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.37 — 832 ratings — published 1996
Weekend Sewing: More Than 40 Projects and Ideas for Inspired Stitching (Weekend Craft)
by (shelved 74 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.77 — 766 ratings — published 2009
Design-It-Yourself Clothes: Patternmaking Simplified (Paperback)
by (shelved 73 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.97 — 489 ratings — published 2009
Sew What! Skirts: 16 Simple Styles You Can Make with Fabulous Fabrics (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 68 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.85 — 833 ratings — published 2005
Amy Butler's In Stitches: More Than 25 Simple and Stylish Sewing Projects (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 66 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.83 — 1,286 ratings — published 2006
Make, Sew and Mend: Traditional Techniques to Sustainably Maintain and Refashion Your Clothes (Paperback)
by (shelved 65 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.48 — 1,004 ratings — published 2022
Love at First Stitch: Demystifying Dressmaking (Paperback)
by (shelved 65 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.43 — 535 ratings — published 2014
Claire Shaeffer's Fabric Sewing Guide (Paperback)
by (shelved 65 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.37 — 202 ratings — published 1990
Fit for Real People: Sew Great Clothes Using ANY Pattern (Sewing for Real People series)
by (shelved 64 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.25 — 257 ratings — published 1998
Shirtmaking: Developing Skills for Fine Sewing (Hardcover)
by (shelved 63 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.28 — 334 ratings — published 1993
Sew Everything Workshop: The Complete Step-by-Step Beginner's Guide with 25 Fabulous Original Designs, Including 10 Patterns (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 62 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.07 — 666 ratings — published 2007
The Dressmaker's Handbook of Couture Sewing Techniques: Essential Step-by-Step Techniques for Professional Results (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 60 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.14 — 270 ratings — published 2010
Lotta Jansdotter's Simple Sewing: Patterns and How-To for 24 Fresh and Easy Projects (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 60 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.94 — 878 ratings — published 2007
How to Make Sewing Patterns (Paperback)
by (shelved 59 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.19 — 290 ratings — published 1975
Pattern Magic (Paperback)
by (shelved 57 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.46 — 509 ratings — published 2010
Sew U: The Built by Wendy Guide to Making Your Own Wardrobe (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 54 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.79 — 576 ratings — published 2006
High Fashion Sewing Secrets from the World's Best Designers (Paperback)
by (shelved 53 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.08 — 194 ratings — published 1997
Complete Photo Guide to Sewing: 1200 Full-Color How-To Photos (Paperback)
by (shelved 52 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.13 — 321 ratings — published 1999
How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns (Paperback)
by (shelved 51 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.98 — 279 ratings — published 2010
Mending Matters: Stitch, Patch, and Repair Your Favorite Denim & More (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 51 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.95 — 1,293 ratings — published 2018
Sew U Home Stretch: The Built by Wendy Guide to Sewing Knit Fabrics (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 51 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.06 — 265 ratings — published 2008
The Dressmaker's Technique Bible: A complete guide to fashion sewing (Hardcover Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 47 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.25 — 180 ratings — published 2008
Gertie Sews Vintage Casual: A Modern Guide to Sportswear Styles of the 1940s and 1950s (Gertie's Sewing)
by (shelved 46 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.27 — 251 ratings — published 2014
Sewing in a Straight Line: Quick and Crafty Projects You Can Make by Simply Sewing Straight (Paperback)
by (shelved 46 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.75 — 352 ratings — published 2011
Fast Fit: Easy Pattern Alterations for Every Figure (Paperback)
by (shelved 46 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.18 — 105 ratings — published 2001
The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook: 5 Master Patterns, 15 Creative Projects (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 45 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.81 — 282 ratings — published 2011
Sew Many Dresses, Sew Little Time: The Ultimate Dressmaking Guide (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 42 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.21 — 190 ratings — published 2015
Tailoring: The Classic Guide To Sewing The Perfect Jacket (Paperback)
by (shelved 42 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.24 — 181 ratings — published 2005
Mending Life: A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 38 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.47 — 827 ratings — published 2020
The Geometry of Hand-Sewing (Paperback)
by (shelved 38 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.45 — 389 ratings — published 2017
Patterns of Fashion 1: Englishwomen's Dresses and Their Construction C. 1660-1860 (Paperback)
by (shelved 38 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.64 — 500 ratings — published 1972
Alabama Studio Sewing + Design: A Guide to Hand-Sewing an Alabama Chanin Wardrobe (Hardcover)
by (shelved 38 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.54 — 292 ratings — published 2012
Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing (Hardcover)
by (shelved 38 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.86 — 431 ratings — published 2008
More Fabric Savvy: A Quick Resource Guide to Selecting and Sewing Fabric (Hardcover)
by (shelved 38 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.16 — 124 ratings — published 2004
Tilly and the Buttons: Stretch!: Make Yourself Comfortable Sewing with Knit Fabrics (Flexibound)
by (shelved 37 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.48 — 178 ratings — published
Metric Pattern Cutting for Women's Wear (Hardcover)
by (shelved 37 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.45 — 251 ratings — published 2008
The Bag Making Bible: The Complete Creative Guide to Sewing Your Own Bags (Paperback)
by (shelved 36 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.19 — 512 ratings — published 2010
Gertie's Ultimate Dress Book: A Modern Guide to Sewing Fabulous Vintage Styles (Gertie's Sewing)
by (shelved 35 times as sewing)
avg rating 4.36 — 175 ratings — published 2016
The Party Dress Book: How to Sew the Best Dress in the Room (Spiral-bound)
by (shelved 35 times as sewing)
avg rating 3.97 — 190 ratings — published 2010
“I couldn't sew on a day like this. There's something in the air that gets in the blood and makes a sort of glory in my soul. My fingers would twitch and I'd sew a crooked seam. So it's ho for the park and the pines.”
― Anne Of The Island
― Anne Of The Island
“Sewing is an enjoyable hobby that allows you to be creative and make a variety of items for yourself and others. At Clothingus.com, we offer a range of resources to help you learn how to sew, including easy projects and information about different sewing tools and their uses. Here are some interesting facts about sewing and related materials that may inspire you to try this useful craft:
Cotton fabric can last for up to 100 years with proper care. In fact, cotton fabric has been found in many archaeological sites, indicating its longevity.
Women's buttons are typically sewn onto the left side of a garment due to historical reasons. In the past, buttons were expensive, and only wealthy women with domestic help could afford them. To make it easier for the help to button up the garments, they were placed on the left side.
Zippers were invented in 1893 and were initially used only on shoes and boots to make them easier to put on. Over time, they gained popularity and were used on other garments as well.
The term "calico" refers to a type of cotton print that originated in the city of Calcutta, India. These hand-woven printed fabrics were made in the late 18th century and were named after the city.
Buttons on sleeves were introduced by Napoleon Bonaparte. He wanted to prevent his soldiers from wiping their noses on their sleeves, so he ordered buttons to be sewn onto the ends of the sleeves.
Sewing is believed to be one of the first skills that Homo sapiens learned. Archaeologists have found evidence of people sewing together fur, hide, skin, and bark for clothing dating back to 25,000 years ago.
Early sewing needles were made of bone and ivory, with metal needles being developed later in human history.
By the 20th century, more than 4000 different types of sewing machines had been invented. However, only those that made sewing simple, fun, and easy survived over time.
If you're interested in learning more about sewing, visit Clothingus.com for lessons and projects that can help you build a solid foundation in this skill. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, we have something for you. Visit Clothingus.com now.”
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Cotton fabric can last for up to 100 years with proper care. In fact, cotton fabric has been found in many archaeological sites, indicating its longevity.
Women's buttons are typically sewn onto the left side of a garment due to historical reasons. In the past, buttons were expensive, and only wealthy women with domestic help could afford them. To make it easier for the help to button up the garments, they were placed on the left side.
Zippers were invented in 1893 and were initially used only on shoes and boots to make them easier to put on. Over time, they gained popularity and were used on other garments as well.
The term "calico" refers to a type of cotton print that originated in the city of Calcutta, India. These hand-woven printed fabrics were made in the late 18th century and were named after the city.
Buttons on sleeves were introduced by Napoleon Bonaparte. He wanted to prevent his soldiers from wiping their noses on their sleeves, so he ordered buttons to be sewn onto the ends of the sleeves.
Sewing is believed to be one of the first skills that Homo sapiens learned. Archaeologists have found evidence of people sewing together fur, hide, skin, and bark for clothing dating back to 25,000 years ago.
Early sewing needles were made of bone and ivory, with metal needles being developed later in human history.
By the 20th century, more than 4000 different types of sewing machines had been invented. However, only those that made sewing simple, fun, and easy survived over time.
If you're interested in learning more about sewing, visit Clothingus.com for lessons and projects that can help you build a solid foundation in this skill. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, we have something for you. Visit Clothingus.com now.”
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