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New York: Time-Life Books, 1974. Light Shelf Rub to Boards; Edges Lightly Soiled. CONTENTS: 1 Elegance with Little Effort 2 Tools to Save Time 3 Fabric with an Extra Element 4 Better Results from Simple Techniques 5 A Symphony of Shapes and Forms 6 Giant Strides with Yarn and Needle; Appendix; Credits, Acknowledgments; Index. Portions of this book were written by Michael Durham, Margaret Elliott, Katie Kelly and Henry Moscow. Valuable assistance was provided by these departments and individuals of Time Inc.: Editorial Production, Norman Airey; Library, Benjamin Lightman; Picture Collection, Doris O'Neil; Photographic Laboratory, George Karas; Time-Life News Service, Murray J. Gart. THE CONSULTANTS: Gretel Courtney taught for many years at the French Fashion Academy in New York City. She has studied patternmaking and design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and haute couture at the French Fashion Academy. Annette Feldman is a knitting and crocheting designer, both for… Read More

Los Altos: Leone Publications Lightly Creased; Lightly Chipped; Slight Yellowing Due to Age. BOOK NUMBER: 134. CONTENTS: BIAS Binding, Method I; Method II; Binding the Project. EXCERPT: There are many occasions that you may need to cut your own bias. Here are two easy methods. Method I is for smaller amounts. If you are binding a quilt or a garment, this is the method for you. Use Method II if you need yards and yards of bias. I have included a Bias Yardage Yield Chart for the most-used widths for both methods (Courtesy, Bay Bias, San Francisco, CA).. Booklet. As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

New York: Simplicity Pattern Co. Inc. Previous Dealer Markings; Majority of Pattern Pieces Unused; Lightly Creased; Lightly Chipped; Lightly Soiled; Slight Yellowing Due to Age. NUMBER: 8761. CONTENTS: view 1 dress and bonnet; view 2 kimono; view 3 sacque and panties; view 4 sacque and panties; view 5 suit; view 6 pajamas; view 7 bunting lining; view 8 bib. SIZE: 6 Months (Babies).. Loose Leaf Bagged Pattern. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

London: Anaya Publishers Ltd, 1992. Corners, Spine, Boards Bumped; Light Shelf Rub to Boards; Spine Slightly Cocked. SYNOPSIS: A source of inspiration and valuable practical information, Easy to Make Sewing is the book for everyone interested in sewing. Full colour photography and clear step-by-step instructions ensure that novice and experienced sewers alike will find this an easy and attractive book to use. The wide range of items include many lovely additions to the home, as well as play things for the children and outdoor accessories. Among the many items are: Beach bag, Patio chair covers, Creative wall hanging, Travel sewing caddy, Quilted placements. Wendy Gardiner has been a highly successful magazine editor and publisher, working on titles such as Vogue Patterns, Vogue Knitting and Weddings and Special Occasions. She has edited a number of craft books and is now turning her talented hands to writing her own books. CONTENTS: Introduction; 1: Quick Quick Sew (30-minute cushions,… Read More

Mississauga: Cupress, 1987. BOOK: Light Shelf Rub to Boards. DUST JACKET: Lightly Creased; In Archival Quality Jacket Cover. SYNOPSIS: With 14 full-color photographs. Curtains and blinds contribute to the overall ambience of a room by way of their color, style, and texture. They also become an important decorative feature in a room and their appearance can give great pleasure. If you have made them yourself, the results can give even greater satisfaction. This clear and practical book gives plentiful advice on the choice of style, fabric, and color; on the care and handling of difficult materials; and on the different types of headings, such as rails, rods, and tapes, and how to use them. Basic curtain-making techniques are described, and suggestions are offered for dealing with difficult windows such as dormers and corner windows. There are step-by-step instructions for making different types of curtains - unlined, lined, and interlined - and for adding various embellishments such as… Read More

New York: McCall Corporation Previous Owner Markings; Lightly Scuffed on Front, Rear Covers; Light Creasing on Front Cover; Front, Rear Covers, Spine Lightly Chipped; Spine Slightly Cocked; Slight Yellowing Due to Age. How to Make Curtains, Draperies, Pillows, Slipcovers, Spreads, Table Covers. SUB-TITLE: The Home Decorator's Guide for Creative Sewing. CONTENTS: Introduction; CHAPTER I Wardrobe Planning for Your Home; CHAPTER II Basic Sewing for Creativity; CHAPTER III Window Dressing; CHAPTER IV General Direction-Curtains and Draperies; CHAPTER V Special Window Treatments; CHAPTER VI Fashions for Beds; CHAPTER VII Slip Cover Smartness; CHAPTER VIII Accessories for the Home; CHAPTER IX Custom Trims. EXCERPT: . . . This book has been designed to help you make various types of home fashions. We hope that you will find it a helpful guide to selecting and constructing the items that will make your home a beautiful place in which to live. Basic designs using basic sewing techniques are… Read More

Portland: Palmer/Pletsch Incorporated, 1984. Previous Owner Markings (Price Clipped); Light Creasing on Rear Cover; Spine Lightly Chipped; Front, Rear Covers Lightly Soiled. CONTENTS: Ultrasuede Fabric . . . What is It?; Pattern Selection; How Much Yardage to Buy?; Suitable Shaping Fabrics; Helpful Notions; Fabric Preparation; Pattern Fitting; Which Construction Method?; Pattern Layout; 6 Ways to Save Fabric; Cutting Tips; Marking Helps; Darts; Press as You Sew; Necessary Details: Sleeves and Collars; Blazers; Quick-lining; Zippers . . . Waistlines; Finishing Touches: Hems; Buttonholes . . . Buttons; Pockets and Pocket flaps; Creative Small Projects; Sewing Menswear; Love and Care for Ultrasuede Fabric; But Don't Stop Here . . . SYNOPSIS: The purpose of this book is to give the "confidence to cut" into this beautiful and luxurious suede fabric.. Second Edition 14th Printing. Booklet. Very Good. Illus. by Patty Andersen. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

New York: Simplicity Pattern Co. Inc. Lightly Scuffed; Lightly Creased. Simplicity's How-to Book of illustrated sewing techniques and wardrobe guide. SYNOPSIS: Welcome to this exciting new dimension in sewing. You've accepted the challenge and it's easier than you think. The excitement of fashion . . . the thrill of creating . . . the satisfaction of a job well done . . . these ideals are part of your life. Sewing offers an opportunity to express them. If you're a woman sewing for the men in the family, or if you're a man making it on your own, we've written this book for you. From business suits to bathing suits, there are Simplicity patterns to suit every clothing need in a guy's busy life. And, there's something appropriate for every sewing skill, raging from a tie or a Jiffy robe for the beginner to a fully tailored suit for the expert. Whatever it is, you'll find a pattern that's perfect in the "Men and Boys" section of the Simplicity… Read More

Simplicity Pattern Co., Inc. Lightly Creased; Lightly Chipped. NUMBER: 0014. SYNOPSIS: There is nothing quite so fit as a knit for whatever your fashion occasion. For comfort, packing, traveling, warmth and versatility, nothing compares to the performance of knitwear in your wardrobe. This guide is designed to help you select the best knit fabrics for your purposes by defining knit fabric types for you, highlighting the latest most helpful sewing techniques, and guiding you into the latest fashions available from Simplicity! FEATURING: Overlock/Serger Construction Techniques; Knit Notions; Knit Stitching.. Loose Leaf Bagged. Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Singer Sewing Machine Company Previous Owner Markings; Light Creasing on Front, Rear Covers; Front, Rear Covers, Spine Lightly Chipped; Slight Yellowing Due to Age. CONTENTS: Introduction; Equipment; Fabrics; Measurements; Pattern Alterations; Cutting; Markings; Bastings; Seams and Finishes; Pressing; Darts - Tucks; Pleats; Bindings - Facings; Shirring - Ruffling; Corners; Insets; Pockets; Buttonholes; Sleeves (Setting); Cuffs - Collars; Belts, Bands and Cording; Plackets - Slashes; Hems; Fastenings; Decorative Details; Simple Tailoring; Children's Clothes; Infants' Clothes; School Dresses; Junior Girls' Clothing; Boys' Clothing.. Seventh Edition. Booklet. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Minnetonka: Cy DeCosse Incorporated Light Shelf Rub to Boards. CONTENTS: How to Use This Book; Getting Started (Fabrics for Action, Fabrics for Comfort, Fabrics for Warmth & Protection, Insulations, Linings & Interfacings, Sewing Equipment & Supplies, Notions, Determining Size, Layout, Cutting & Marking, Seams & Edges); Actionwear (Sewing Actionwear, Leotards & Swimsuits (Fitting, Finishing Edges, Bindings & Straps, Chevroned Stripes, Color Blocking, Hems), Tights, Biking Shorts & Shirts, Zippers in Knits); Comfortwear (Sewing Comfortwear, Ribbings, Sweatsuits & Warm-ups (V-Necklines, Waistline Finishes, Leg Finishes, Casings & Cuffs), Shirts & Shorts (Binding Edges, Rugby Placket, Pockets)); Outerwear (Sewing Outerwear (Waistbands, Zipper, Zippered Pockets, Garment-storing Pocket), Rain Poncho, Sewing Polar Fleece, Insulated Outerwear (Insulated Vests, Insulated Jackets)); Personal Style (Applied Stripes, Piping, Fold-over Braid, Belts).. Hard Cover.… Read More

Minnetonka: Cy DeCosse Incorporated Light Scratch on Rear Board; Corners Bumped; Light Shelf Rub to Boards. CONTENTS: How to Use This Book, Getting Started (Choosing Children's Clothing, Selecting Patterns, Taking Measurements, Selecting Fabrics, Specialty Trims, Elastic, Ribbing, Equipment & Tools, Notions, Getting Ready to Sew, Timesaving, Techniques, Hems & Seams), Infants (Sewing a Basic Layette, Receiving Blankets & Hooded Towels, Bibs, Kimonos, Buntings, Decorating the Nursery), Growing Up (Wardrobe Planning, Adding Durability, Adding Grow Room, Shirts, Pants & Skirts, Dresses, Closures), Personalizing (Adding a Personal Touch, Appliques, Fabric Painting, Color & Design Blocking, Patchwork Trims, Piping), Dressing Up (Machine Heirloom Sewing, Collars, Especially for Boys).. Hard Cover. Fine/No Jacket (As Issued). 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Minnetonka: Cy DeCosse Incorporated Boards Bumped; Light Shelf Rub to Boards. CONTENTS: Sewing with a Plan (Plan Your Sewing Time, Plan a Sewing Area, Plan a Season-spanning Wardrobe, Plan What to Buy & What to Sew, Fabric Shopping Alternatives, Choose Timesaving Patterns, Choose Timesaving Fabrics); Tips & Tools (Stockpiling Notions & Equipment, Choosing & Using Thread, Timesaving Layout & Cutting Aids, Timesaving Basting Aids, Timesaving Sewing Aids, Timesaving Pressing Aids, Fusible Interfacings, Save time with Your Sewing Machine, Using Accessories & Attachments Efficiently, The Overlock Machine, Creating the Perfect Stitch, Overlock Basics); Shortcut Techniques (Three Ways to Sew the Same Pattern, Timesaving Pattern Layouts, Cutting & Marking, Overlock Edge Finishes, Seams, Overlock Seams, Sleeves, Plackets & Cuffs, Collars & Facings, Overlock Shortcuts for Collars, Pockets, Waistbands & Elasticized Casings, Hems, Overlock Hems, Overlock Shortcuts for… Read More

Minnetonka: Cy DeCosse Incorporated Previous Owner Markings (Name Neatly Inked to Front Fixed Endpaper); Light Shelf Rub to Boards. CONTENTS: How to Use This Book; Fabrics for Home Decorating (Mixing & Matching Fabrics, Choosing Colors); Equipment & Notions; Machine Stitching; Basic Seams (Timesaving Accessories, Hand Stitching, Padded Work Surface); Windows (Curtains (Measuring, Cutting & Matching, Hemming, Casings & Headings, Lining, Tab Top, Ruffled, Tiebacks, Shower), Shades (Roman, Stitched-tuck, Hobbled, Cloud, Balloon, Roller, Insulated), Cornices & Valances, Pleated Draperies); Pillows (Pillow Fashions, Fabrics, Forms & Fillings, Knife-edge, Corded, Mock Box, Mock Corded, Box, Ruffled, Flange, Shirred, Neckroll & Sleeping Bag, Closures (Zippers), Cushions (Tufted), Cushion Ties (Tabs)); Tables (Table Fashions, Measuring, Round Tablecloth, Square & Rectangular Tablecloths, Quilted Table Covers, Placemats, Table Runners & Table Mats, Banded Placemats,… Read More

Menlo Park: Lane Publishing Co., 1979. Light Creasing on Front, Rear Covers; Front, Rear Covers, Spine Lightly Chipped; Spine Slightly Cocked; Slight Yellowing Due to Age. A Sunset Book. Step-by-step Instructions. Decorating Ideas in Color. BOOK NUMBER: 3. STAFF EDITORS: Christine Barnes; Maureen Williams Zimmerman; Diane Petrica Tapscott. SPECIAL CONSULTANTS: Michael Scofield; Art Bonner; Linda J. Selden. PHOTOGRAPHY: Stephen W. Marley. CONTENTS: Slipcovers & Bedspreads . . . Decorating Ideas; SLIPCOVERS Choosing Fabric & Calculating Yardage; Making the Slipcover; BEDSPREADS Throws; Quilts & Comforters; Fitted Spreads; Spreads with Attached Skirts; Skirts & Dust Ruffles; Index. SPECIAL FEATURES Putting on the slipcover; Securing the slipcover; Slipcover protectors; Pillow shams; Bolsters. EXCERPT: From idea to reality . . . When the season - or your mood - changes, think about sewing slipcovers to dress up and protect your furniture. Or if your bedroom needs waking… Read More