The Sewing Machine Manual: Your Easy Guide to Machine Stitching

This book is a must-have for anyone new to machine sewing, or looking for a little extra guidance. It includes friendly advice, stylish projects, and expert sewing tips from sewing machine guru Wendy Gardiner. The book covers machine anatomy, threading, stitching, and tension, and includes 12 great projects to make, such as a patchwork placemat, drawstring bag, appliquéd pillow, clutch bag, tablet cover, tab top curtains, quilted pot holder, and notebook cover. Each project is designed to teach techniques such as sewing seams, adding buttonholes and zips, blind hems, quilting, free-motion embroidery, using an alphabet, and making pleats, trims, and pockets.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 30 July 2022
Publisher: Search Press Ltd

For anyone who is new to machine sewing or seeking additional guidance, this comprehensive book is a must-have. Authored by sewing machine guru and renowned author Wendy Gardiner, it offers invaluable insights and practical tips to help you get started with your sewing machine.

In this guide, Gardiner covers all the essential basics, such as understanding the anatomy of the machine, threading it up correctly, and checking stitching and tension. She provides clear and concise instructions that make the learning process seamless and enjoyable.

Once you have grasped the fundamentals, Gardiner presents 12 delightful projects that will help you build your sewing skills. From a patchwork placemat to a drawstring bag, an appliquéd pillow to a clutch bag, a tablet cover to tab top curtains, a quilted pot holder to a notebook cover, there is something for every sewing enthusiast. Each project is designed to teach techniques such as sewing seams, adding buttonholes and zips, blind hems, quilting, free-motion embroidery, using an alphabet, and creating pleats, trims, and pockets.

Furthermore, the book includes a comprehensive glossary of all the important terms used in sewing, as well as an excellent trouble-shooting guide. This guide is a revised, updated, and expanded edition of "The Very Easy Guide to Using Your Sewing Machine" (9781844488285). Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sewer, this book will be your go-to resource for all your sewing needs. So, grab your sewing machine and get ready to create beautiful and stylish projects with confidence and ease!

Weight: 532g
Dimension: 205 x 259 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800920217