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Sew Fast Sew Easy: All You Need to Know When You Start to Sew

AUTHOR: Elissa K. Meyrich
ISBN: 0312269099
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Sew Fast Sew Easy: All You Need to Know When You Start to Sew
- Book Review, by Elissa K. Meyrich

Book Description
Includes three ready-to-use patterns

Reinvent Sewing for the Twenty-first Century!
“Where did you get your skirt?”

Ever want to create your own designer-look fashions? Develop unique accessories or home decor? Even if you’ve never held a needle or used a sewing machine, this book is all you need. With three simple patterns and easy-to-follow instructions, you can put your own stamp on fashion and step out in style—yours!

You’ll learn:
- Tips and techniques from a fashion industry insider
- How to use your sewing machine to express your creativity
- How to custom-fit commercial patterns for that sexy look
- All about the latest fabrics and the best ways to use them

Plus a glossary of sewing terms makes quick reference easy.

So don’t wait. Use the ideas and simple how-to instructions in this book, and everyone will want to know the secret source for your fabulous clothes and accessories!

About the Author
Elissa K. Meyrich is one of the garment industry’s true insiders. A designer and mixed-media artist, she teaches her techniques to sold-out classes in New York City’s fashion district at her store, Sew Fast Sew Easy.

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Book Review

Sew Fast Sew Easy: All You Need to Know When You Start to Sew
- Book Reviews, by Elissa K. Meyrich

Sew Fast Sew Easy: All You Need to Know When You Start to Sew

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Not your mother's sewing book! This is a hip beginner's guide that brings sewing into the 21st century, from the owner/director of Manhattan's premier sewing center, Sew Fast Sew Easy.

So many people dream of creating their own style, doing some simple repairs, or making a few accessories. This book is for all of these people, and teaches everyone how easy sewing can be.

Sew Fast Sew Easy includes:Patterns and instructions for a simple envelope pillow, a fashionable skirt, and a hip tote bag Creating your sewing survival kit--which tools you'll need and why How to buy and use a commercial pattern Understanding fabric personality--buying the right fabric for your project Complete glossary of terms How to overcome your fear of sewing machines Rules of cutting and hand-finishing

So dust off your sewing machine and your preconceived notions about sewing, and let Elissa show you all you need to know to start to sew!

About the Author:

Elissa K. Meyrich is a fashion designer and former instructor at Parsons School of Design. Some of her work was highlighted in Sewing Secrets From the Fashion Industry. She lives in New York City.

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