[Dummies 01] • La Couture pour les Nuls

Sewing is fun, relaxing, and tremendously rewarding. It feels great when you

sit down and sew something together (and are tickled with the results)!

Besides the fun and satisfaction you get out of sewing, this wonderful hobby

can also save you money. You can make your clothes last longer when you stitch

up your own hems, repair split seams, and sew on those loose buttons. You can

save even more money by making your own home decor projects, such as curtains

and pillows. _Sewing For Dummies_ is a book for both absolute beginners and

experienced sewers. If you're a stone-cold beginner, you'll find explanations

of all the tools and skills necessary for beginning-level projects. If you've

had some experience with sewing, you'll benefit from the tips and tricks that

might otherwise take years to pick up.

Whether you're quilting, embroidering, mending, or constructing a project,

you'll need to know some sewing basics to get you through your projects.

_Sewing For Dummies_ covers all the important sewing fundamentals such as:

Mastering hand stitches and machine stitches Reading a sewing pattern Sewing

sensational seams Hemming a variety of fabrics Shaping garments with darts,

tucks, and pleats Installing zippers, buttons, and other fasteners Negotiating

sleeves and pockets Working with home decor fabrics Adjusting projects for

better fit and function Once you've explored the basic techniques, you'll be

ready to start some easy sewing projects. This friendly book will guide you

through the following projects, and more, with confidence:

Children's costumes Tablecloth and place mats Duvet cover Fleece scarf, hat,

and jacket ensemble Teddy bear Window treatments Creative pillows Fabric

touches almost everything in a person's daily life. Children cuddle up with

pillows and soft toys and dress up in costumes for fun. People wear clothing

to be comfortable, stay warm, and to be fashionable. People also appreciate

and admire handmade heirlooms. When you finish your projects, wear them with

pride, play in them, admire your work, and hand them down to your loved ones.