Sewing For Dummies, 3rd Edition, is a book for both absolute beginners and
experienced sewers. If you’re a stone-cold beginner, you may appreciate that
I explain everything necessary to sew beginning-level projects and I don’t
assume that you’ve ever even picked up a needle and thread before. If you’re
not a complete stranger to needle and thread (or sewing machine and pedal),
Sewing For Dummies, 3rd Edition, still has something to offer — I give you
tips and tricks that it took me years to pick up. All sewers can enjoy the projects
in this book, no matter what their level of experience.
With the “greening” of the world on everyone’s mind these days, I’ve taken a
new approach to the projects in this edition. Many of the projects start with
a used ready-to-wear garment that, with a little sewing sleight of hand, gets a
refreshed new life. The rest of the projects have been redesigned and modernized
to reflect the latest fashion trends and our more streamlined, uncluttered
lives. The most significant improvement to the edition is the addition
of over 100 new instructive illustrations. A picture says a thousand words, so
the clearly written, no-nonsense instructions For Dummies books are famous
for are enhanced with exceptional illustrations to ensure your success. As
always, this all-new edition includes my favorite sewing techniques and the
innovative shortcuts learned over my career. Remember, I’ve made every
sewing mistake known to man (or woman), so you don’t have to!