Sewing Basics: All You Need to Know About Machine and Hand Sewing by Sandra Bardwell
Few people learn to sew from their mothers anymore but many would love to master this rewarding and enjoyable skill. Sewing Basics is the ultimate bible for sewing at home, making sewing accessible for all. Covering fabrics, sewing machines, hand sewing, fitting, finishing, trouble-shooting and more, it will soon have you approaching a needle and thread with confidence. Both for beginners learning how to hem and for more experienced sewers who need help dealing with difficult fabrics, Sewing Basics an invaluable reference to keep on the bookshelf for many years to come.