Unleash your inner seamstress! There's so much to love about sewing, 
from the excitement of creating your own fashions to the savings from 
DIY home décor. But there's also lots to learn. After all, you don't 
want projects to look DIY. And that's where new seamstresses sometimes 
get tangled up. Packed with tons of stitch-by-stitch instructions, clear
 illustrations, tips and techniques, and fantastic projects, this 
helpful guide gives you're a sure path from start to success. In The Complete Idiot's Guide to Sewing, you
 get- A primer on hand and machine sewing, including basic stitched 
you'll use again and again. Tips for sewing seams, from standard to 
flat-felled, French to curved, with easy instructions for creative seam 
edge finishes. Pointers on using darts, pleats, tucks, gathering, and 
ruffles to add texture and pizzaz. The fundamentals of fabrics, along 
with information on finishing with trims and fasteners. Guidance on all 
things garments, including demystifying patterns, taking accurate body 
measurements, and customizing ready-to-wear items. Seventeen 
easy-to-make projects to perfect your skills, including an Easy-Peasy 
Apron, a Hobo Bag, Fun Flannel Pants, a Pop-Up Storage Cube, a 
Double-Bind Pillow, and more!

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