Sewing with Heavy Duty Fabrics by Laura Sinikka Wilhelm
Discover 18 contemporary, unisex sewing projects made from heavy duty fabrics that are stylish, practical and designed to last a lifetime.Isn’t it nice to receive a book to review with a subject matter that most sewing books only touch onLaura is an accomplished author having studied textiles in both Germany and Finland. The accompanying landscape photography by Tobias is beautiful. All presented on quality paper in a matt finish gives it all a feeling of hygge. A lovely introduction to getting started using different types and weights of fabric. It also includes a range of accessories and suggested tools. A helpful stockists page is at the back of the book.
Eighteen projects all presented with its difficulty level and patterns, materials requirements. Each item is supported by clear photographs and numbered instructions to guide you through. Some helpful tips are added when needed. There are some lovely projects to make for yourself or gifts using a domestic sewing machine. As you would expect using a heavy duty fabric the majority are bags but all different sizes and styles. Great ideas you will be keen to try.
* Sandra from Half Yard Sewing Club *This is an interesting book containing 18 practical projects using heavy duty fabrics. Projects range from hanging basket holders, mini bags, through to larger projects including a sturdy backpack and a canvas log carrier. Each project is accompanied by pattern pieces and full instructions. Details are also given on recommended fabrics to use and how to make straps and buckles amongst other techniques. Lots of helpful tips are interspersed within the projects. A practical, useful book, for making practical useful projects.
* Jayne from Half Yard Sewing Club *Laura Sinikka Wilhelm learnt to appreciate good design as a child, so it was only natural for her to choose a profession in design once she had finished school. She studied textile design in Germany and Finland, graduating in 1997 with a degree in the subject from the University of Applied Sciences in Reutlingen, Germany. Since then she has been self-employed and works as a freelance fashion and textile designer, as well as a guest lecturer and course instructor in Germany and Finland. In 2009, her first sewing book was published. Since then, she has published a total of 11 books and works as an author for publishers in Germany, Finland and Switzerland. She has also worked on television and, since January 2011, has been a regular sewing expert on the SWR show Kaffee oder Tee (Coffee or Tea) in Germany. With a Finnish mother, she feels very attached to her second home. She has always found this connection to the North to be greatly enriching, and this is unmistakably reflected in her work.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781800923171 |
| ISBN 10 | 1800923171 |
| Title | Sewing with Heavy Duty Fabrics |
| Author | Laura Sinikka Wilhelm |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Search Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2025-07-11 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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