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 enlarge | Author: Elissa K. Meyrich
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Category: Book
List Price: $23.95
Buy New: $14.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  41 reviews
Sales Rank: 16102
Media: Paperback
Edition: Book and Access
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 112
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 6.8 x 0.6
ISBN: 0312269099
Dewey Decimal Number: 646.2
EAN: 9780312269098
ASIN: 0312269099
Publication Date: August 20, 2002
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: Never opened the patterns! No dog ears or dings.
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Excellent Book for Sew-Phobics.... December 31, 2004
40 out of 80 found this review helpful
Elissa's book is wonderful...I bought it here immediately after I borrowed it from the library as I had to own it and make the projects included in it. I had reviewed many beginning sewing books before finding this one, and it is really a unique guide that can help anyone learn how to sew, even absolute beginners and "phobics". It very simply and in plain language walks the reader through step by detailed step, how to thread a machine, lay out and cut pattern pieces and handle each of the progressive projects in the book.
I like that the book has "attitude" and personality and is not like any of the other boring sewing books out there. Another strength is that the three patterns included in the book are for items that most people would be able to use and are nicely (and simply) designed - a pillow cover, tote bag and very simple short or long skirt. There are a minimal number of pattern pieces but the results really look professional when the projects are completed.
Since completing the projects in this book, I've visited Elissa's web site and have ordered one of her additional patterns which I plan to start working on soon. She also has online classes which I plan to try as I do not live anywhere near her NYC studio where she teaches.
Excellent book, overall - I highly recommend it!
Robin
You will sew both fast and easy. You'll be amazed. May 25, 2004
42 out of 84 found this review helpful
This book is absolutely wonderful. I never thought I'd learn to sew and was a bit worried when I got a machine and figured I'd try to learn with a book or on my own. With this book I have learned how to make the pillow, bag and skirt she shows in the book. I am addicted to making the skirt and now even have the confidence to try some other things and use other books. I wish I had found this book sooner and wish I could take one of her classes.If you are just learning to sew, but this book first. You will really surprise yourself.
Buy It May 23, 2004
41 out of 81 found this review helpful
I did not know how to use a sewing machine at all. My husband bought me a machine and I turned to this book for help. Within 2 hours I sewed a pillow case. 2 hours after that I sewed a pair of curtains for my bathroom. This book was a tremendous help.
Great Book! February 15, 2004
41 out of 81 found this review helpful
I bought this book because I read good reviews of it online. I bought a sewing machine after getting the book and used it to teach myself how to sew. I had no help at all except for the book. The projects were easy and very stylish. I've completed all the projects and just wish that I lived in NYC so that I could take lessons from the store. Check out their website. Buy this book and no other!!!
Face to Face October 25, 2003
37 out of 78 found this review helpful
I have taken classes with Elissa. I was so inspired byher I purchased her book. It guided me the way to really comprehend the materials. Plus, its a great reference book to have when you leave the machine for a few weeks.
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