The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

Master your sewing machine and bring your creative ideas to life with The Sewing Book. This best-selling reference manual breaks down complex skills into easy, manageable steps, giving you the confidence to craft custom clothing and tailored home decor from scratch.

300+ Essential Techniques: Clear, illustrated sequences guide you through every fundamental technique—from basic seams and hems to precise darts, gathers, and structural collars.

Patterns & Fit: Learn how to read commercial patterns, adjust designs to your exact measurements, and choose the ideal fabric for any project.

Tools & Materials: Get expert advice on selecting the right equipment and navigating different textile types.

10 Practice Projects: Test your skills immediately with ten hands-on clothing and homeware projects designed to build your confidence step-by-step.

Whether you are unboxing your first machine or upgrading your stitching skills, The Sewing Book provides the complete toolkit to master your craft, stitch by stitch.

Hardcover Book, 352 pages

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There are no refunds for patterns or books.

Penguin Random House

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