The essential guide for every sewer just got better! AH New Fabric Savvy is updated to include detailed information on 107 different fabrics, must-know information on determining fabric content, working with knits, working with different types of interfacing as well as removing stains and choosing lining material; recommended tools and notions; illustrated reference sections on seams, details, closures and hems; 476 photographs and 110 illustrations. Organised alphabetically, the 107 fabrics include old favourites-like cotton, wool, knits and silks-to new options, some of which you might never have heard of or sewn with--synthetics; those that resist water, sun, stains, and wrinkles; those made from animal hides (and, of course, their faux cousins); those regenerated from wood pulp; and many more.
Guide to different fabrics, fabric content, working with knits and much more. Covers 107 different fabrics including cotton, wool, silks as well as synthetics. Essential guide for every sewer.About the AuthorSandra Betzina is best known as the dynamic host of HGTV's Sew Perfect. She is also the author of Fast Fit, Power Sewing, and Sandra Betzina Sews for Your Home, all published by The Taunton Press. Sandra also creates a line of garment patterns for Vogue called Today's Fit by Sandra Betzina, teaches sewing workshops and retreats, offers online classes, and more.
Book InformationISBN 9781631868412
Author S BetzinaFormat Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Taunton Press IncPublisher Taunton Press Inc
Weight(grams) 724g
Dimensions(mm) 251mm * 202mm * 15mm