{"id":17646,"date":"2022-05-21T16:08:05","date_gmt":"2022-05-21T20:08:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=17646"},"modified":"2022-05-21T16:08:10","modified_gmt":"2022-05-21T20:08:10","slug":"best-sewing-books-as-recommended-by-our-readers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/best-sewing-books-as-recommended-by-our-readers\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Sewing Books as Recommended by Our Readers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"914\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Sewing Books as recommended by the So Sew Easy readers. Lots of great reference and inspiration here.\" class=\"wp-image-18666 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2-164x300.jpg 164w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2-356x650.jpg 356w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2-82x150.jpg 82w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/914;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"914\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Sewing Books as recommended by the So Sew Easy readers. Lots of great reference and inspiration here.\" class=\"wp-image-18666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2-164x300.jpg 164w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2-356x650.jpg 356w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Pin-Me2-82x150.jpg 82w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I was lucky enough to pick up a couple of sewing books at our local second-hand bookstore that supports our Humane Society. &nbsp;It got me to wondering, do people still buy sewing books or do we all now look for our answers online. &nbsp;So I asked our readers here in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/soseweasychat\/permalink\/1594342690821997\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sewing chat group<\/a>&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>&#8220;<span style=\"color: #141823;\">Do you buy sewing books still, or just use the internet to look things up? Do you have any favorite books you refer to often and would recommend &#8211; and why? Is it for <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/top-5-sewing-books-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beginners<\/a>, intermediate or advanced? Thanks.&#8221;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was pleasantly surprised at all of the answers, and even photos of bookshelves full of sewing books. \u00a0It turns out that many of us still love our sewing books and some (you know who you are) have accumulated quite a library of books that are either a helpful reference, a sewing inspiration, or a wonderful learning tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the ones they especially picked out as essential reading and the books that every sewer should have on a shelf in their sewing room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our reader's recommendations for the Best Sewing Books<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(in no particular order)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><strong><span id=\"productTitle\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1607058529\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1607058529&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=2U7Q3YE2ION2H3YM\" rel=\"nofollow\">All-in-One Quilter's Reference Tool: Updated<\/a>&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1607058529\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1607058529&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=2U7Q3YE2ION2H3YM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"316\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/512FJ+ya3cL.jpg\" alt=\"512FJ+ya3cL\" class=\"wp-image-18669 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/512FJ+ya3cL.jpg 316w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/512FJ+ya3cL-190x300.jpg 190w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/512FJ+ya3cL-95x150.jpg 95w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 316px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 316\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"316\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/512FJ+ya3cL.jpg\" alt=\"512FJ+ya3cL\" class=\"wp-image-18669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/512FJ+ya3cL.jpg 316w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/512FJ+ya3cL-190x300.jpg 190w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/512FJ+ya3cL-95x150.jpg 95w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">How big is a twin-size quilt? How many squares can you cut from the amount of fabric you have? What\u2019s the best way to sew a mitered border? The Quilter\u2019s Reference Tool gives you fast answers to these and dozens of other quilting questions. Now this indispensable guide from top quilters Alex Anderson, Harriet Hargrave, Sharyn Craig, and Liz Aneloski has been updated to include more answers, more techniques, more quilt settings, and more blocks than ever before. This is the must-have answer book for quilters all around the world\u2014more than 100,000 sold!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><strong><span id=\"productTitle\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Readers-Digest-Complete-Guide-Sewing\/dp\/0895770261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1KS9Ay2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"475\" height=\"375\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5150GJ0PP4L.jpg\" alt=\"5150GJ0PP4L\" class=\"wp-image-18670 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5150GJ0PP4L.jpg 475w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5150GJ0PP4L-300x237.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5150GJ0PP4L-150x118.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 475px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 475\/375;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"475\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5150GJ0PP4L.jpg\" alt=\"5150GJ0PP4L\" class=\"wp-image-18670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5150GJ0PP4L.jpg 475w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5150GJ0PP4L-300x237.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5150GJ0PP4L-150x118.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This edition of the Complete Guide to Sewing has recently been updated. However, the newest version does not include any information on tailoring. I use the older version for teaching sewing and constume construction classes, tailoring and special topics classes. Pictures and sketches are clear and written directions are easy to follow. This version does not have much serger\/overlock information but does cover many other seam finishes. Information on fit and pattern alterations is very clear. Beginners or advanced seamstresses will find this book a &#8220;must&#8221; for their reference collection!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><strong><span id=\"productTitle\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1405175672\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1405175672&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=Q5NHLSOLG3MYY6SP\" rel=\"nofollow\">Metric Pattern Cutting for Women's Wear<\/a>&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1405175672\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1405175672&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=Q5NHLSOLG3MYY6SP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"224\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-224x300.jpg\" alt=\"813xEb3q7+L\" class=\"wp-image-18671 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-486x650.jpg 486w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-768x1028.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-1147x1536.jpg 1147w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-112x150.jpg 112w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L.jpg 1166w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 224px) 100vw, 224px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 224px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 224\/300;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"224\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-224x300.jpg\" alt=\"813xEb3q7+L\" class=\"wp-image-18671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-486x650.jpg 486w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-768x1028.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-1147x1536.jpg 1147w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L-112x150.jpg 112w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/813xEb3q7+L.jpg 1166w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 224px) 100vw, 224px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span id=\"productTitle\">( I own this one, its excellent for learning about pattern drafting and grading)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Metric Pattern Cutting for Women's Wear was first published in 1975 to provide a straightforward introductory book for students beginning courses in flat pattern cutting. The fifth edition continues to offer an introduction to the principles of pattern cutting, with a range of good basic blocks and examples of their application to garments. However, the great expansion of casual wear, cut in jersey or stretch fabrics, has led to the growth of &#8216;flat cutting' with no darting to create the shape and this edition devotes a whole section to this type of cutting. The sections on computer-aided design and grading have been updated. The size charts of body measurements have been revised, reflecting the changing shape of women's bodies.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1611802342\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1611802342&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=6HTW5NAZ6QFTGNOS\" rel=\"nofollow\">Love at First Stitch: Demystifying Dressmaking<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1611802342\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1611802342&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=6HTW5NAZ6QFTGNOS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"236\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Nr-WjrMQL-236x300.jpg\" alt=\"51Nr-WjrMQL\" class=\"wp-image-18672 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Nr-WjrMQL-236x300.jpg 236w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Nr-WjrMQL-118x150.jpg 118w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Nr-WjrMQL.jpg 394w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 236px) 100vw, 236px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 236px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 236\/300;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"236\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Nr-WjrMQL-236x300.jpg\" alt=\"51Nr-WjrMQL\" class=\"wp-image-18672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Nr-WjrMQL-236x300.jpg 236w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Nr-WjrMQL-118x150.jpg 118w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Nr-WjrMQL.jpg 394w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 236px) 100vw, 236px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Fancy making your own clothes but have no idea where to start? Tired of overwhelming sewing manuals and frumpy projects? Love at First Stitch offers a refreshing approach to dressmaking for modern makers, taking you from the basics of threading your sewing machine through creating gorgeous garments that you\u2019ll love to wear. Let Tilly Walnes inspire you with her jargon-busting tutorials, down-to-earth attitude, and adorable dressmaking style, showing you that making your own clothes is so much more enjoyable than buying them.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1440215456\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1440215456&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=MJ2SAPHXL52FEW4A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Colette Sewing Handbook: Inspired Styles and Classic Techniques for the New Seamstress<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1440215456\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1440215456&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=MJ2SAPHXL52FEW4A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Fbc+5CiVL-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"51Fbc+5CiVL\" class=\"wp-image-18673 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Fbc+5CiVL-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Fbc+5CiVL-120x150.jpg 120w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Fbc+5CiVL.jpg 400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 240px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 240\/300;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Fbc+5CiVL-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"51Fbc+5CiVL\" class=\"wp-image-18673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Fbc+5CiVL-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Fbc+5CiVL-120x150.jpg 120w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51Fbc+5CiVL.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><b style=\"color: #333333;\">Five simple fundamentals<\/b><span style=\"color: #333333;\">&nbsp;can help you perfect any sewing project: a thoughtful plan, a precise pattern, a fantastic fit, a beautiful fabric, and a fine finish. With these five core ideas, The Colette Sewing Handbook shows you how to start sewing the wardrobe of your dreams.<\/span><br style=\"color: #333333;\"><br style=\"color: #333333;\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Includes&nbsp;<\/span><b style=\"color: #333333;\">five beautiful patterns<\/b><span style=\"color: #333333;\">&nbsp;for modern classic pieces, including a scalloped-hem skirt, flutter-sleeve blouse, sweetheart neck sheath dress, asymmetrical flounce dress, and a lined dress with gathered sleeves. Each project will help you put the fundamentals into practice as you sew.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0756642809\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0756642809&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=SLNHKH75SWX6H3P7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Sewing Book: An Encyclopedic Resource of Step-by-Step Techniques<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0756642809\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0756642809&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=SLNHKH75SWX6H3P7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"249\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/61YGsxGE8XL-249x300.jpg\" alt=\"61YGsxGE8XL\" class=\"wp-image-18674 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/61YGsxGE8XL-249x300.jpg 249w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/61YGsxGE8XL-125x150.jpg 125w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/61YGsxGE8XL.jpg 415w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 249px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 249\/300;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"249\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/61YGsxGE8XL-249x300.jpg\" alt=\"61YGsxGE8XL\" class=\"wp-image-18674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/61YGsxGE8XL-249x300.jpg 249w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/61YGsxGE8XL-125x150.jpg 125w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/61YGsxGE8XL.jpg 415w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">This is the only sewing book you'll ever need. Every tool and every technique you require for making your own home furnishings or clothing is closely and sharply photographed, carefully annotated, and clearly explained.&nbsp;<\/span><br style=\"color: #333333;\"><br style=\"color: #333333;\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\">The Tools section begins with the basic toolkit, opening up into everything you could possibly need &#8211; every type of cutting tool and machine foot is shown. This section also includes information on patterns &#8211; how to measure, how to use, and how to adjust them. Gallery spreads appear throughout the substantial Techniques section and showcase darts, zips, pleats etc, as well as showing key stitches. Plus, you can bring your acquired and refined skills to fruition as you make some of the 25 home decor and clothing projects at the back of the book. With&nbsp;<\/span><i style=\"color: #333333;\">The Sewing Book<\/i><span style=\"color: #333333;\">&nbsp;on your shelf, you've got every sewing question covered.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1618470442\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1618470442&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=UPAS2P3REHS6NCJC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Knits for Real People: Fitting and Sewing Fashion Knit Fabrics (Sewing for Real People series)<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1618470442\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1618470442&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=UPAS2P3REHS6NCJC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"231\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/511yHEB7ObL-231x300.jpg\" alt=\"511yHEB7ObL\" class=\"wp-image-18675 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/511yHEB7ObL-231x300.jpg 231w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/511yHEB7ObL-116x150.jpg 116w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/511yHEB7ObL.jpg 385w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 231px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 231\/300;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"231\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/511yHEB7ObL-231x300.jpg\" alt=\"511yHEB7ObL\" class=\"wp-image-18675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/511yHEB7ObL-231x300.jpg 231w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/511yHEB7ObL-116x150.jpg 116w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/511yHEB7ObL.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Unsure how to sew the new knits so they\u2019ll look great and fit better than ready-to-wear?&nbsp;<\/span><i style=\"color: #333333;\">Knits for Real People<\/i><span style=\"color: #333333;\">&nbsp;helps readers sort out the differences in fabric types and explains the fitting and sewing techniques for each. Photographs of knit fashions from McCall\u2019s, Vogue, and Butterick pattern companies provide inspiration throughout the book and illustrate the many types of knits. The many techniques explained include: layout, cutting, and marking; seaming techniques using sewing machines and sergers, including the use of the differential feed feature; creative embellishments, including piping, flounces, \u201cpeepers,\u201d and decorative serging; neckline and edge finishes, including bands, collars, and bindings; sleeves, hems and closures; and fitting techniques for tops, pants, and activewear. Knit fabrics are very popular in fabric stores and this book helps people take advantage by teaching how to fit patterns for this versatile material.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0935278508\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0935278508&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=3TG6DAVPRTHCJBON\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Fit for Real People: Sew Great Clothes Using Any Pattern<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0935278508\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0935278508&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=3TG6DAVPRTHCJBON\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"226\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"81bjFk5BFNL\" class=\"wp-image-18676 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-226x300.jpg 226w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-490x650.jpg 490w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-768x1018.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-1159x1536.jpg 1159w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL.jpg 1208w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 226px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 226\/300;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"226\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"81bjFk5BFNL\" class=\"wp-image-18676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-226x300.jpg 226w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-490x650.jpg 490w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-768x1018.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-1159x1536.jpg 1159w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/81bjFk5BFNL.jpg 1208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Presented in a&nbsp;new edition that adds updated pattern industry news and&nbsp;revised rules for selecting pattern size, this easy&nbsp;and practical fitting system requires no measuring, no drafting skills, no muslin mock-ups\u2014and it works with all brands of tissue paper patterns. Real people of&nbsp;all ages are featured in photographs that explain the steps of cutting out&nbsp;pattern pieces, pinning them together, and adjusting the fit. Special attention is paid to tricky challenges such as accommodating a full bustline, adjusting&nbsp;sleeves, or&nbsp;reworking&nbsp;a garment to make it more flattering, as well as alternative fitting methods such as draping and computer&nbsp;design. Metric conversion charts, charts for comparing&nbsp;pattern company bodice measurements, and a history of&nbsp;American dress design&nbsp;(<\/span><i style=\"color: #333333;\">Just where did&nbsp;size 10 come from?)<\/i><span style=\"color: #333333;\">&nbsp;make this book a versatile reference.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><strong><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00L2223DM\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00L2223DM&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=4YEXTHWDMKKQDV2K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Couture Sewing Techniques, Revised and Updated<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00L2223DM\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00L2223DM&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=4YEXTHWDMKKQDV2K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/download-239x300.jpg\" alt=\"download\" class=\"wp-image-18677 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 239px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 239\/300;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/download-239x300.jpg\" alt=\"download\" class=\"wp-image-18677\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Sewers who have ever longed to create clothing with the distinctive look of haute couture will love this book. They'll learn the finer points of hand sewing, shaping, and finishing for a high-end, professional look. This book is for all sewing enthusiasts who appreciate fine workmanship.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1933027002\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1933027002&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=4JVVORYSV5F4RICQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Vogue Sewing, Revised and Updated<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1933027002\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1933027002&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=4JVVORYSV5F4RICQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51HBJKZV21L-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"51HBJKZV21L\" class=\"wp-image-18678 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51HBJKZV21L-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51HBJKZV21L-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51HBJKZV21L.jpg 375w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 225px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 225\/300;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51HBJKZV21L-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"51HBJKZV21L\" class=\"wp-image-18678\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51HBJKZV21L-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51HBJKZV21L-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51HBJKZV21L.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A trusted classic since 1975,&nbsp;<i>Vogue\u00ae Sewing<\/i>&nbsp;has remained a consistent bestseller and sewer\u2019s favorite. Now it\u2019s been fully revised and updated, with the latest information and all-new photographs and illustrations, introduction, and page layout.&nbsp; From choosing a machine to mastering couture techniques, it covers everything stitchers need to know to make professional and fashionable garments. It\u2019s certain to remain the premier sourcebook for sewers everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This technique-rich&nbsp;<i>Vogue<\/i>\u2019\u00ae manual contains comprehensive instructions for understanding pattern markings, selecting fabrics and notions, hand-stitching and mending, pressing, and measuring to fit.&nbsp; Everything\u2019s beautifully laid out, with charts and detailed explanations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0470623209\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0470623209&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=HI2WW7NJYEYMMCH4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sewing For Dummies<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0470623209\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0470623209&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=HI2WW7NJYEYMMCH4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51f1VMl7GFL-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"51f1VMl7GFL\" class=\"wp-image-18679 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 240px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 240\/300;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51f1VMl7GFL-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"51f1VMl7GFL\" class=\"wp-image-18679\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>People are always looking for ways to cut expenses and be creative and stylish at the same time. Learning to sew is a great way to arm yourself with the skills to repair and create clothing and furnishings for yourself and your family for little to no cost. But learning how to sew and how to choose the tools and supplies to begin sewing can be confusing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you can turn to this hands-on, friendly guide for the most up-to-date information, the best techniques, and fun projects for learning (or brushing up on) the art of sewing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1561586625\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1561586625&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=HH2RUY7KFCWUA2E3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">More Fabric Savvy: A Quick Resource Guide to Selecting and Sewing Fabric<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1561586625\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1561586625&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=HH2RUY7KFCWUA2E3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"190\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51TH2OIlSRL-190x300.jpg\" alt=\"51TH2OIlSRL\" class=\"wp-image-18680 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51TH2OIlSRL-190x300.jpg 190w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51TH2OIlSRL-95x150.jpg 95w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51TH2OIlSRL.jpg 317w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 190px) 100vw, 190px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 190px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 190\/300;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"190\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51TH2OIlSRL-190x300.jpg\" alt=\"51TH2OIlSRL\" class=\"wp-image-18680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51TH2OIlSRL-190x300.jpg 190w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51TH2OIlSRL-95x150.jpg 95w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51TH2OIlSRL.jpg 317w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 190px) 100vw, 190px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">America's best-selling quick guide to selecting and sewing fabrics is now completely revised and updated. More Fabric Savvy brings over 100 new tips, over 400 new color photos and drawings, the latest new fabrics, and entirely new and useful features, including a handy guide to stain removal. From Sandra Betzina, the dynamic host of HGTV's Sew Perfect, this easy-to-use reference belongs on every sewer's bookshelf.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none wp-block-heading\" id=\"title\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1250042720\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1250042720&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=RN7QUVYXIFCHAY32\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Serger's Technique Bible: The Complete Guide to Serging and Decorative Stitching<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1250042720\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1250042720&linkCode=as2&tag=soseea-20&linkId=RN7QUVYXIFCHAY32\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51ds+uVm3tL-231x300.jpg\" alt=\"51ds+uVm3tL\" class=\"wp-image-18681 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 231px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 231\/300;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/51ds+uVm3tL-231x300.jpg\" alt=\"51ds+uVm3tL\" class=\"wp-image-18681\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #333333;\">For fast and professional edging, hemming, seaming, and decorative stitching, you simply can't beat a serging machine. This all-skill-level book is the perfect guide to make sure you get the most out of your new machine (or out of that old serger that you've never got the hang of!). Photographs and step-by-step instructions guide you through the essential techniques, showing you how to set up your machine, how to adjust the settings to get the best results on a range of different fabrics, and how to edge your fabrics quickly with perfect results. Try out different feet for your machine to help with gathering, attaching piping, elastic, and beading. Within the chapters there are troubleshooting tips and quick fixes for skipped stitches, snapped threads, and uneven stitching. The quick construction section will take you through a range of projects to help practice and perfect your skills.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=Singer%20Sewing%20Reference%20Library%20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=REBSBRLYSVQHXNV6&tag=soseea-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=RKHTJ7YRR54AE4VW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Singer Sewing Reference Library<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=Singer%20Sewing%20Reference%20Library%20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=REBSBRLYSVQHXNV6&tag=soseea-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=RKHTJ7YRR54AE4VW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/91a9s5V8Z4L-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"91a9s5V8Z4L\" class=\"wp-image-18682 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 226px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 226\/300;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/91a9s5V8Z4L-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"91a9s5V8Z4L\" class=\"wp-image-18682\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A series of sewing books by Singer in all sewing-related subjects, many available now on the user books market on Amazon. \u00a0Great way to build a comprehensive library of sewing reference books. \u00a0Look out for these in thrift stores too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your best sewing book recommendations?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">What are your favorites? \u00a0Got any books you turn to time and time again for reference when you have a sewing question? \u00a0Or are there books you just love to flick through when looking for inspiration? \u00a0List your personal recommendations in the comments for us so we can all build our sewing library too. \u00a0If nothing else, a shelf full of sewing books is a great place to hide some more fabric!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n<h2>If You'd Like To Support Our Site<\/h2>\r\nIf you want to help us continue to bring you a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-sewing-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free sewing patterns<\/a> and projects, please consider buying us a coffee.\u00a0 We'd really, really appreciate it.\r\n\r\n<center><div class=\"ko-fi-button\" data-text=\"Buy me a coffee!\" data-color=\"#ff5f5f\" data-code=\"\" id=\"kofiShortcode603Html\" style=\"float: none; text-align: left;\"><\/div><\/center>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I was lucky enough to pick up a couple of sewing books at our local second-hand bookstore that supports our Humane Society. &nbsp;It got me to wondering, do people still buy sewing books or do we all now look for our answers online. &nbsp;So I asked our readers here in \u2026 <a class=\"continue-reading-link\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/best-sewing-books-as-recommended-by-our-readers\/\"> Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr; <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":309,"featured_media":18667,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","wds_primary_category":0},"categories":[15,83,90,4,89],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17646"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/309"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17646"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17646\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":72409,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17646\/revisions\/72409"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18667"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17646"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17646"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17646"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}