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Sewing Book Bliss

You can learn so much from a book. I love each of these sewing books for different reasons. I hope you are able to pick up at least one of these and learn a new sewing technique or make a beautiful new handmade piece.
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Sewing today is not like it was when your grandmother started to learn.
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Look at this skirt! It is perfect! I want one too! Most of sewing is in a straight line!
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To know your sewing machine, is to know your best friend.
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Diana Rupp makes everything look so easy and fun!
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These clothes almost make themselves! This is the perfect book if you want to learn to sew your own wardrobe.
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If you want to learn a new technique or you need a reference guide this is the book for you.
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I have made 5 patterns from Heather Rossā€™s book, Weekend Sewing!
I hope you enjoy this list.
Please share your favorite sewing books that are not listed here. Post a comment and share your favorites!
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Comments

Mirna saidā€¦
I love One-Yard Wonders. When I bought my copy, I also bought one for my niece who was learning how to sew. She also loves this book.

http://www.amazon.com/One-Yard-Wonders-Sewing-Fabric-Projects/dp/1603424490/ref=pd_sim_b_10
September 14, 2011 at 11:22ā€ÆPM
Mama Lusco saidā€¦
I love Kay Whitt's 'Sew Serendipity' and N. Langsdon's 'Sewing Clothes Kids Love'. I also agree that Weekend Sewing is a great book!
September 16, 2011 at 1:11ā€ÆAM
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