{"product_id":"sew-me-sewing-basics-simple-techniques-and-projects-for-first-time-sewers","title":"Sew Me! Sewing Basics: Simple Techniques and Projects for First-Time Sewers","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCholy Knight has her finger on the pulse of what today's crafters really want. A power-seller on Etsy.com, she is the author of three additional sewing books from Fox Chapel Publishing. Choly has been crafting for as long as she can remember, and has drawn, painted, sculpted, and taped everything in sight. She took up sewing at age 12 and knitting at 21. After going to college for English and Studio Art, she now enjoys trying to find numerous different ways to combine all of her passions of writing, fine art, and craft art.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarc Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncludes index.; Simple techniques and projects for first-time sewers..\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJacket Description\/Back\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSew for Yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you've never threaded a needle or touched a sewing machine before, learning to sew may seem daunting... but it doesn't have to be! Discover a creative new hobby and learn as you sew with \u003cem\u003eSew Me! Sewing Basics\u003c\/em\u003e. With Choly Knight's friendly and easy-to-follow directions, you'll soon be sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCholy starts at the very beginning, showing you how to choose your first sewing machine and introducing the most basic techniques and shortcuts. From cutting patterns and sewing seams, to binding edges, gathering fabric, and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise for you to try. Fifteen simple and straightforward projects will have you sewing fun accessories from plushies, pincushions, and placemats to hand towels and hats. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart enjoying a wonderful form of individual expression that will save you money and provide a terrific sense of accomplishment. \u003cem\u003eSew Me! Sewing Basics\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect book for anyone who wants get started in the craft, or just needs a quick refresher course on sewing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInside you'll find: \u003cbr\u003e- 15 simple and straightforward projects\u003cbr\u003e- Basic sewing techniques and shortcuts\u003cbr\u003e- Learn-as-you-sew practice exercises\u003cbr\u003e- How to pick out a sewing machine and choose fabrics\u003cbr\u003e- Clear directions and easy-to-use patterns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've never threaded a needle or touched a sewing machine before, learning to sew may seem daunting... but it doesn't have to be! Discover a creative new hobby and learn as you sew with Sew Me! Sewing Basics. With Choly Knight's friendly and easy-to-follow directions, you'll soon be sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCholy starts at the very beginning, showing you how to choose your first sewing machine and introducing the most basic techniques and shortcuts. From cutting patterns and sewing seams, to binding edges, gathering fabric, and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise for you to try. Fifteen simple and straightforward projects will have you sewing fun accessories from plushies, pincushions, and placemats to hand towels and hats. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart enjoying a wonderful form of individual expression that will save you money and provide a terrific sense of accomplishment. Sew Me! Sewing Basics is the perfect book for anyone who wants get started in the craft, or just needs a quick refresher course on sewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/span\u003e 10\/15\/2013 pg. 102 (EAN 9781574214239, Paperback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eKnight, Choly\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCholy Knight has her finger on the pulse of what today's young crafters really want. Choly has been crafting for as long as she can remember, and has drawn, painted, sculpted, and taped everything in sight. A power-seller on Etsy.com, she is the author of six terrific craft books from Fox Chapel Publishing. 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