How to Machine Sew by Susie Johns

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Techniques and Projects for the Complete Beginner

Summary

If you’ve always wanted to learn to use a sewing machine but didn’t know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you.

How To Machine Sew - If you've always wanted to learn to use a sewing machine but didn't know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of using a sewing machine.

You'll learn everything you need to get started, including:

Basic machine stitches
Making seams and hems
Binding edges
Working with zips.

Each technique is accompanied by a stylish project to make, and everything is explained with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little machine sewing experience you have to start with, you'll soon be impressing friends and family with your newfound practical skills.

Contributor Bio(s)

Susie Johns is an artist and designer. She has written dozens of instructional books on a range of different topics. She studied Fine Art at Ravensbourne College, went on complete an MA at the prestigious Slade School in London, and later gained a post-graduate teaching qualification (PGCE) at the University of Greenwich.

As well as teaching drawing and painting at a local community college, Susie has years of experience running life-drawing classes and leading workshops focussing on pen and ink, mixed media, artists' sketchbooks, drawing for health and wellbeing, and family art. She also teaches classes online on various platforms including YouTube.

Quotes/Reviews

"Great for sewists interested in information on a single topic. Also provides an outline for a basic overview of sewing skills."