Sewing Library
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Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing: A Modern Guide to Couture-Style Sewing Using Basic Vintage Techniques
by:
Gretchen Hirsch
4.12 avg rating — 554 ratings 
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The Colette Sewing Handbook: Inspired Styles and Classic Techniques for the New Seamstress
by:
Sarai Mitnick
4.14 avg rating — 612 ratings 
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The Party Dress Book: How to Sew the Best Dress in the Room
by:
Mary Adams
3.97 avg rating — 189 ratings 8. 
One-Yard Wonders: 101 Sewing Projects; Look How Much You Can Make with Just One Yard of Fabric!
by:
Patricia Hoskins
3.80 avg rating — 1,264 ratings 
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Fit for Real People: Sew Great Clothes Using ANY Pattern (Sewing for Real People series)
by:
Pati Palmer
4.25 avg rating — 254 ratings 
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The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook: 5 Master Patterns, 15 Creative Projects
by:
Nora Abousteit
3.81 avg rating — 280 ratings 14. 
The Sweater Chop Shop: Sewing One-of-a-Kind Creations from Recycled Sweaters
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Crispina French
3.51 avg rating — 106 ratings 15. 
15 minutes of Play -- Improvisational Quilts: Made-Fabric Piecing - Traditional Blocks - Scrap Challenges 4.21 avg rating — 141 ratings
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Big-City Bags: Sew Handbags with Style, Sass, and Sophistication
by:
Sara Lawson
4.21 avg rating — 66 ratings 18. 
The Dressmaker's Technique Bible: A complete guide to fashion sewing
by:
Lorna Knight
4.25 avg rating — 179 ratings 18. 
Alabama Studio Sewing Patterns: A Guide to Customizing a Hand-Stitched Alabama Chanin Wardrobe
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Natalie Chanin
4.46 avg rating — 194 ratings 18. 
Sew What! Skirts: 16 Simple Styles You Can Make with Fabulous Fabrics 3.85 avg rating — 835 ratings
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by:
Marta Alto
4.50 avg rating — 4 ratings 22. 
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Sew U: The Built by Wendy Guide to Making Your Own Wardrobe
by:
Wendy Mullin
3.79 avg rating — 577 ratings 24. 
The Practical Guide to Patchwork: New Basics for the Modern Quiltmaker 4.20 avg rating — 657 ratings
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Generation T: Beyond Fashion: 120 New Ways to Transform a T-shirt
by:
Megan Nicolay
3.83 avg rating — 252 ratings 
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Threads Sewing Guide: A Complete Reference from America's Best-Loved Sewing Magazine
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Threads
4.34 avg rating — 76 ratings 27. 
Sewing for Plus Sizes: Design, Fit, and Construction for Ample Apparel
by:
Barbara Deckert
4.20 avg rating — 112 ratings 27. 
Oliver + S Little Things to Sew: 20 Classic Accessories and Toys for Children
by:
Liesl Gibson
4.27 avg rating — 207 ratings 
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Sewing in a Straight Line: Quick and Crafty Projects You Can Make by Simply Sewing Straight
by:
Brett Bara
3.75 avg rating — 350 ratings 27. 
Sew Bags: The Practical Guide to Making Purses, Totes, Clutches & More; 13 Skill-Building Projects 3.76 avg rating — 33 ratings
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Tilly and the Buttons: Make it Simple: Easy, Speedy Sewing Projects to Whip up in an Afternoon
by:
Tilly Walnes
4.47 avg rating — 133 ratings 
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Sewing Green: 25 Projects Made with Repurposed & Organic Materials Plus Tips & Resources for Earth-Friendly Stitching
by:
Betz White
3.60 avg rating — 383 ratings 36. 
Sewing Machine Basics: A step-by-step course for first-time stitchers
by:
Jane Bolsover
4.08 avg rating — 93 ratings 36. 
Sew in Style: Make Your Own Doll Clothes (22 Projects for 18" Dolls)
by:
Erin Hentzel
4.53 avg rating — 36 ratings 36. 
Alabama Studio Sewing + Design: A Guide to Hand-Sewing an Alabama Chanin Wardrobe
by:
Natalie Chanin
4.53 avg rating — 293 ratings 36. 
Sewing Your Perfect Capsule Wardrobe: 5 key pieces with full-size patterns that can be tailored to your style 3.81 avg rating — 36 ratings
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Ahead of the Curve: Learn to Fit and Sew Amazing Clothes for Your Curves
by:
Jenny Rushmore
4.73 avg rating — 172 ratings 
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Bold & Beautiful Easy-Sew Clothes: 15 Unstructured Designs That Fit and Flatter Every Shape, and Are Simple to Make
by:
Habibe Acikgoz
3.68 avg rating — 85 ratings 45. 
Jeans for Real People: Learn to Fit and Sew Jeans for YOUR Body!
by:
Marta Alto
4.50 avg rating — 2 ratings 45. 
Joyful Mending: Visible Repairs for the Perfectly Imperfect Things We Love!
by:
Noriko Misumi
3.83 avg rating — 239 ratings 48. 
Embroidered Effects: Projects and Patterns to Inspire Your Stitching
by:
Jenny Hart
4.09 avg rating — 311 ratings 
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Lotta Jansdotter's Handmade Living: A Fresh Take on Scandinavian Style
by:
Lotta Jansdotter
3.80 avg rating — 251 ratings 52. 
The Improv Handbook for Modern Quilters: A Guide to Creating, Quilting, and Living Courageously
by:
Sherri Lynn Wood
4.40 avg rating — 250 ratings 54. 
Little Green Dresses: 50 Original Patterns for Repurposed Dresses, Tops, Skirts, and More
by:
Tina Sparkles
3.49 avg rating — 76 ratings 
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Fast Fit: Easy Pattern Alterations for Every Figure
by:
Sandra Betzina
4.17 avg rating — 104 ratings 57. 
You and Your Sewing Machine: A Sewist's Guide to Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Tips & Techniques
by:
Bernie Tobisch
4.48 avg rating — 62 ratings 57. 
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Sweater Surgery: How to Make New Things with Old Sweaters
by:
Stefanie Girard
3.38 avg rating — 110 ratings 59. 
The Modern Natural Dyer: A Comprehensive Guide to Dyeing Silk, Wool, Linen, and Cotton at Home
by:
Kristine Vejar
4.43 avg rating — 276 ratings 61. 
Sew Subversive: Down and Dirty DIY for the Fabulous Fashionista
by:
Melissa Rannels
3.31 avg rating — 280 ratings 61. 
Handmade Animal Dolls: 20 Simple Sewing Patterns for Stylish Toys
by:
Melissa Lowry
4.31 avg rating — 29 ratings 61. 
How to Make Clothes that Fit and Flatter: Step-by-Step Instructions for Women Who Like to Sew 4.18 avg rating — 17 ratings
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Mending Matters: Stitch, Patch, and Repair Your Favorite Denim & More 3.95 avg rating — 1,267 ratings
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The Savvy Seamstress: An Illustrated Guide to Customizing Your Favorite Patterns
by:
Nicole Mallalieu
4.24 avg rating — 21 ratings 67. 
Sew Many Dresses, Sew Little Time: The Ultimate Dressmaking Guide
by:
Tanya Whelan
4.20 avg rating — 189 ratings 
69. 
Lotta Jansdotter Everyday Style: Key Pieces to Sew + Accessories, Styling, and Inspiration
by:
Lotta Jansdotter
4.05 avg rating — 167 ratings 
72. 
Art Quilt Maps: Capture a Sense of Place with Fiber Collage-A Visual Guide 4.40 avg rating — 78 ratings
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The Sewing Bible for Clothes Alterations: A Step-By-Step Practical Guide on How to Alter Clothes
by:
Judith Turner
really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 39 ratings 74. 
Fashion: The Collection of the Kyoto Costume Institute - A History from the 18th to the 20th Century
by:
Akiko Fukai
4.33 avg rating — 1,867 ratings 76. 
Make: Wearable Electronics: Design, Prototype, and Wear Your Own Interactive Garments
by:
Kate Hartman
4.11 avg rating — 110 ratings 76. 
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Freehand Fashion: Learn to sew the perfect wardrobe – no patterns required!
by:
Chinelo Bally
4.08 avg rating — 139 ratings 
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Embroidered Histories: Indian Textiles for the Portuguese Market During the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries
by:
Barbara Karl
0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings