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    Bend-the-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew by Amy Karol

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    • Pub. Date: June 2007
    • 144pp
    • Sales Rank: 87,337

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      • Pub. Date: June 2007
      • Publisher: Random House Inc
      • Format: Paperback, 144pp
      • Sales Rank: 87,337

      Synopsis

      Author Amy Karol, whose Angry Chicken is one of the best-loved craft blogs on the Web, brings stitchers everywhere a down-to-earth introduction to sewing, including thirty projects so adorable and cool they’ll inspire anyone to pick up a needle and thread.

      Written with Amy’s characteristic warmth and flair, you’ll find information on basic equipment and supplies, advice on choosing and using fabrics, and a fantastic section on techniques. In addition, Amy walks readers through easy, inspiring patterns designed for the fashion-savvy crafter. Playful, modern projects, which include pillows, aprons, and purses, help novices master sewing skills while providing immediate sewing gratification—and confidence. Best of all, Amy explains what’s easy, what’s hard, and when not to sweat the small stuff.

      With its best-friend tone, solid reference section, and supercute projects, this is the introduction to sewing that you won’t want to be without.

      Biography

      Amy Karol is a trained interior designer, artist, seamstress, and self-professed fabric junkie. Find her popular craft blog, Angry Chicken, on her website at www.amykarol.com.

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      Cute projectsby Anonymous

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      October 16, 2009: I purchased this book soon after I purchased my sewing machine, because it seemed like there were some simple projects in this book. There are some very cute projects and I look forward to trying some of them once I get a little more experienced.

      I made the pouch shown on the cover and that went very well. The instructions were a little tricky, but that could be because I am not yet used to sewing terms and language.

      Book needs serious editingby Anonymous

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      September 24, 2008: They are major typos in this book. The basic tote bag calls for straps 8 inches long by 13 inches wide! There are other measurement typos throughout the book, and the directions aren't always clear about right and wrong sides of fabric. Plus there are not always clear pictures of the completely project. For one of the pillowcase projects, the directions make no sense because I cannot see the back of the completed pillow that is pictured. This book is not for a beginner sewer unless you have been exposed to sewing. The only reason I could make sense of the not great directions is because I am a member of craftster and frequent the sewing forum where there are many tutorials and discussions about sewing.


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