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Sew Fast Sew Easy: All You Need to Know When You Start to Sew |  | Author: Elissa K. Meyrich
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Category: Book
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Rating:  60 reviews
Sales Rank: 208119
Media: Paperback
Edition: Book and Access
Pages: 112
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 7 x 0.7
ISBN: 0312269099
Dewey Decimal Number: 646.2
EAN: 9780312269098
ASIN: 0312269099
Publication Date: August 20, 2002
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Product Description
Includes three ready-to-use patterns
Reinvent Sewing for the Twenty-first Century!
“Where did you get your skirt?”
Ever want to create your own designer-look fashions? Develop unique accessories or home decor? Even if you’ve never held a needle or used a sewing machine, this book is all you need. With three simple patterns and easy-to-follow instructions, you can put your own stamp on fashion and step out in style—yours!
You’ll learn:
- Tips and techniques from a fashion industry insider
- How to use your sewing machine to express your creativity
- How to custom-fit commercial patterns for that sexy look
- All about the latest fabrics and the best ways to use them
Plus a glossary of sewing terms makes quick reference easy.
So don’t wait. Use the ideas and simple how-to instructions in this book, and everyone will want to know the secret source for your fabulous clothes and accessories!
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 The projects are not easy to follow. April 29, 2010
N. Bravato (Orlando, FL)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am really surprised that this book has so many positive reviews because I am usually very satisfied with any product I get based to user reviews. The overall concept of the book is really great, but it doesn't give very good direction. The idea is to get your feet wet and learn all the basic sewing concepts by doing three projects, but the projects are not described very well at all. I found myself reading the instructions multiple times and as other reviewers have stated, the pictures were pretty useless. Also, the patterns that I received were not complete; they were not the same as in the pictures and that made it very difficult to determine if I was doing things correctly. Basically, for a beginner, the directions for completing the projects needed to be much more comprehensive and descriptive.
So-So Projects, Short on Details December 15, 2009
A. Kirst
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
This was the first book that I owned as a beginning sewer. I made the throw pillows twice and was surprised at how small they were. I would need two on each end of the couch to achieve a balanced look.
I thought that the instructions could have been more detailed - I had trouble applying the piping to the pillow based on the illustrations provided.
Of all the sewing books I've purchased since "Sew Fast, Sew Easy," I'd say that this one is one that I regret the most. I recommend S.E.W. Everything Workshop by Diana Rupp. It contains better instructions, more projects and more general information about sewing.
 Quick, easy reference December 12, 2009
ZZ Max (Dallas, TX USA)
I wish i had purchased this book when i first started sewing. Clear, concise instructions and explanations of the sewing machine, patterns and more. If you are just beginning to sew, this is a must-have. the patterns included are a great way for a novice dressmaker to become familiar with the complexities of a pattern. a modern approach to sewing for the beginner without all the technical sewing jargon!
 A good book to get started September 10, 2009
Rachel Stoughton
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book is very easy to read and understand. I was able to sew a tote bag right away. However, I was disappointed at the small amount of information presented and it was hard to reference info as I needed.
Great for First Timers! September 7, 2009
Caroline C. Earl (Northern California)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is wonderful for first time sewers. I had just received my sewing machine and literally did not know where to start. This book explains it all. From what you need in your sewing kit, to easy patterns and projects to give you confidence to create your own pillows, totes and a simple skirt. I highly recommend for beginners.
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