I've sewen probably one thing in my life before and it looked like a 2 year old sewed it. Are there any books out there that are perfect for a rookie sewer? I'm not necessarily looking to sew clothing, but more or less basic hand stitches. Thanks!
2007-06-25 04:06:10 · 4 answers · asked by fallencupid79 5 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
Hi:
Unfortunately, sewing is like anything else: you have to learn to crawl before you learn to walk.
Several years ago, I bought a wonderfully informing, easy to read AND understand, book by Singer. It is very thick, about 2 or 3 inches. But it answers any and all questions you might ever have about sewing, cutting the pattern, stitching, different stitches for different projects or finishes, explanation of feet, needles, and more.
I have been sewing for more than 50 years, and no longer have the book. Got lost somewhere in the shuffle of all my moves across the United States.
If you go on eBay or Amazon.com, you can probably pick up the same book, C H E A P! Just do a search for Singer How to Sew or Learning to Sew. Even if the book isn't cheap, it is worthwhile investment for anyone who wants to learn how to sew, tailor, monogram, to impress themselves or their friends.
Good luck!
2007-06-25 08:53:14 · answer #1 · answered by kathydu52 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Built by Wendy - Sew U is a relatively new sewing book. Comes with a couple of basic patterns to help get you started. Its been getting a lot of good reviews.
http://www.amazon.com/Sew-Built-Wendy-Making-Wardrobe/dp/0821257404
2007-06-25 11:20:34 · answer #2 · answered by Peggy L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the book store and pick up a sewing guide for dumbies its awesome I learned easily cause it cuts everything down to the basic's
2007-06-25 11:10:31 · answer #3 · answered by Emily 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sewing for dummies. well i dont know how much it concentrates on hand sewing though.
2007-06-26 02:07:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋