The Sewing Book New Edition: Over 300 Step-by-Step Techniques

This is a great reference book and just what I was looking for. As a beginner I find instructions in dressmaking patterns can be confusing, so I bought this to support that and it is just right for my needs. Has a good section on tools and fabric types (fabric can be confusing). A good section on basic functional stitches, seams and hems. Large section on altering patterns and then the techniques on garment construction. Mostly aimed at dressmaking. Lots of step by step pics making it easy to see what to do. This is definitely a reference book, not a project book, but does have some projects you can do if you wish. If you are looking for a project book this might not be for you. If you are looking for a craft book, this may not be for you. If you want to know techniques to construct garments and alter them for a better fit, this is definitely a must buy.

I’ve been a huge fan of DK books for many years and my sons who are now in their late 20’s were brought up on DK books and in fact 90% of their book collection was DK. This sewing book didn’t disappoint, in good old DK style you get the larger than life colourful pictures with everything labelled and step by step explanations & instructions even a complete beginner would be able to get started straight away. I have been sewing for as long as I can remember but usually only made cushion covers, table cloths, curtains, duvet covers and clothes etc however last year I’d taken quite an interest in quilting and as I’ve got a serger & also updated my old sewing machine for a much more modern one I thought I’d treat myself to a new sewing book too. This DK book replaces several other sewing books I have and yet covers far more than what all of them put together covered, it covers the basics for everything you need to know to get started and more or if like me you simply want to be updated or freshen your memory this is the book to do it. It’s by far one of my favourite sewing books and is the type of book you would go back to over and over again just for reference especially if you need to source a stitch type or embroidery pattern or foot etc that you haven’t used for some time this is a great book to have. Very pleased with my book.

I am a beginner hobby sewist and got this book as a reference. The overall layout of the book is wonderful, not intimidating nor too boring for someone who’s still learning about sewing. This book covers almost all of the basics with difficulty levels identified for each techique. I do wish this has a section for stitch issues and how to resolve them because i believe it’s one of the basics one should learn.

This is a great book, diagrams very good, simple to follow. The only downside for me was the weight of it. Would definitely recommend.

I love this book it’s a beginner friendly. This book guides you steps by steps to learn how to sew perfectly. In this book you find a lot of helpful information for your sewing journey

The book is very good with clear step by step instructions and photographs. Ideal for beginners with all the different tools and techniques. Also shows how to use patterns.

I wanted a ‘how to…’ book to learn basic sewing techniques and this is perfect. Covering a huge array of topics there’s everything you need to sew. It’s really well laid out and describes everything in clear plain English. There are helpful pictures that show you what is being described which is really useful when you’re trying something new. This book is really good value for money and would make a great gift for someone starting sewing.

I used to make clothes, & soft furnishings but have got out of practice and bought this book in hopes of some inspiration. I was really impressed by how clear and thorough it is and by the range of topics it covers - so much so that I bought another copy for my daughter who is a sewing newbie and absolutely loves this book.

A very concise book worth having

Overzichtelijk raadplegen van technieken die je niet elke dag gebruikt

At least for a rookie like me this is a fantastic book, it covers everything, and it is all described in both text and clear color photos, they explain all kinds of sewing subjects and after each one you get an example of how to use it in the real world. They explain different kinds of fabrics, how to interpret a sewing pattern, how to use different seams, how to use interfacing and on it goes, you can find pretty much anything in this book, again a fantastic book.

Il libro rispecchia gli argomenti trattati nel famoso Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing, ad eccezione di pochissimi temi particolari del tipo come rivestire un divano (ho l'edizione del 1978 e li ho comparati pagina per pagina); questo per dire che è completissimo e molto ricco anche nella selezione delle tecniche. In più, anche rispetto al suo antenato nobile, ha delle foto enormi ad alta risoluzione che sono il sogno di qualsiasi autodidatta. E' sempre aperto sul mio tavolo da lavoro. Meraviglioso

Have lots of basic info. But makes one too dependent on patterns