Stitches and Seams

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Essential Sewing Skills for the Beginner Sewist, Tailor, and DIY Crafter

By Valeria Carrandi Macias

Summary

Stitches and Seams by Valeria Carrandi Macias intricately weaves the world of fashion design with a rich tapestry of personal and cultural narratives. The reader follows the journey of a passionate designer exploring the intersections of tradition, identity, and innovation in an ever-evolving industry. Through insightful anecdotes and vibrant illustrations, the book celebrates the artistry and creativity inherent in every stitch.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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If you're passionate about sewing, fashion design or textile arts, this book provides a deep dive into the intricate world of crafting with fabric. It combines insightful cultural perspectives with practical advice, perfect for those who appreciate the artistry behind needlework and wish to enhance their creative skills.

Description

Learn the essential skills you need to create garments and textile crafts from scratch!

Welcome to the wide and wonderful world of sewing! You have your sewing machine at the ready - now what? For those DIYers who are ready to dive into garment and textile craft creation, Stitches and Seams teaches you essential skills that every beginner needs to know. Author and acclaimed sewing teacher Valeria Carrandi Macias walks new sewists through everything they need to get started with sewing projects, from necessary tools and gear to essential skills, like inserting a zipper, making straight stitches and clean corners, and how to use patterns. Valeria also offers indispensable information about the vast sewing vocabulary, fabric selection, and making measurements for fitting.

Stitches and Seams includes detailed instructions for five unisex sewing projects that put your new knowledge into action.

Learn to make:

A coaster and table mat set
An apron
A zippered pouch
Pajama set with top and shorts
A tote bag to haul your fabric and sewing gear

The journey to making your own wardrobe begins here, with your very first stitches and seams.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9798888140291

Publisher: Rocky Nook

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 December 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Rocky Nook

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 177.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 208

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts Non-Fiction Valeria Carrandi Macias

About the Author

Valeria Carrandi Macias is a mexican textile designer with continued studies in pattern drafting, sewing and surface print design. Since 2015 she keeps a long-time commitment to sewing her own clothes instead of buying them, this is why she also teaches in-person workshops for lingerie sewing in Mexico City, and online classes through SkillShare for sewing basics and fashion illustration, aiming to have more people join the adventure of sewing for pleasure. She currently lives in Mexico City with her husband and two dogs.