How to Sew : Manual of Hand Sewing Teaching All Varieties of Hand Stitches Used in Dressmaking (Classic Reprint)

School, National Correspondence

ISBN 10: 1333850573 / ISBN 13: 9781333850579

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2016

Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 55983037-6

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Master the basics of hand sewing with clear, step-by-step guidance you can use right away. This handbook teaches how to prepare fabric, select tools, and execute a wide range of stitches by hand, from simple running stitches to finished hems and sturdy seams. It also covers decorative techniques and practical tips to keep your work neat and durable.

Designed as a practical reference, the book walks you through methods for plain and specialty fabrics, with illustrations and tips for achieving even stitches, avoiding visible knots, and finishing edges cleanly. It emphasizes careful handling of materials like wool, cotton, silk, and flannel, and shows how to adapt stitches to different sewing tasks.

• How to prepare fabric, pick the right tools, and maintain sharp scissors.


• Core hand-stitch techniques, from running and back stitches to basting and hemming.


• How to finish seams, buttonholes, and various hems with neat, durable results.


• Decorative stitches and edging methods that add detail without sacrificing longevity.

Ideal for beginners and crafters refreshing their hand-sewing skills.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: How to Sew : Manual of Hand Sewing Teaching ...
Verlag: Forgotten Books
Erscheinungsdatum: 2016
Einband: Softcover
Zustand: Good