If you have ever wanted to learn how to hand sew and make your own repairs and alterations then Hand Sewing for Beginners; Learn How to Sew by Hand and Perform Basic Mending and Alterations, by Florence Schultz is the book for you.
This book is a complete reference to teach you how to sew by hand. Florence covers what supplies you should have in your sewing kit, the different types of thread and needles, and how to sew basic hand stitches and repairs. Hand Sewing for Beginners is written for anyone who has never picked up a needle and thread. Florence takes you from learning to sew your first stitch to making simple repairs and alterations on your own. Your new sewing skills are not only fun, but will save you money because you will be able to make your own repairs at home.In this comprehensive reference book you will learn the following skills:
- How to repair a seam
- How to reinforce a seam
- How to sew a French seam
- How to hem a pair of pants
- How to create gathers
- How to hem a skirt and dress
- How to create three types of pleats
- How to repair a rip in knit and woven fabric
- How to sew on a flat button and a shanked button
- How to choose the correct thread and needle for your hand sewing projects
- How to sew basic hand sewing stitches such as the basting stitch, running, stitch, back stitch, and more…
