Threadbared: Decades of Don'ts from the Sewing and Crafting World

Threadbared: Decades of Don'ts from the Sewing and Crafting World Review

A hilarious look at the home-sewing and crafting crazes of the last several decades, Threadbared is a parade of pictures of the “fabulous” clothes and “darling” decorative items that sent people rushing to their sewing machines, knitting bags, and local notions shops. These vintage photographs from instruction booklets and patterns may bring a smile to your face, but the sassy, snarky commentary provided by Kimberly and Mary will have you in stitches.

Inside, you’ll find everything from speculation about why 1950s sewing patterns models had such incredibly small waists (Girdles? Malnutrition? Tapeworms?) to commentary on ladies’ fashion (“Is there anything sexier than a woman who sews her own underwear?”), to all-too-vivid reminders that the ’60s wasn’t just the Age of Aquarius—it was also the Age of Macramé! Laying bare the hideous history of homemade treasures, Threadbared leads crafters, wannabes, and don’t-wannabes alike to ponder the age-old question: Did anyone really think this stuff looked good?

Just Pockets: Sewing Techniques and Design Ideas

Just Pockets: Sewing Techniques and Design Ideas Review

Sewing teacher Pat Moyes takes readers step-by-step thrugh the process of making pockets, from the most basic to quite complex. Moyes provides all the techniques and tricks to give every pocket a professional look. This well-organized book gives all sewers the inspiration and instruction to design and create beautifully executed pockets for any garment. 32 photos. 60 drawings.

Vogue Easy Sewing

Vogue Easy Sewing Review

Explains how to plan a wardrobe, shows how to read and use patterns, and demonstrates a variety of special sewing techniques, including bindings, facings, darts, pockets, sleeves, collars, and cuffs.

Heirloom Sewing for Today: Classic Materials, Contemporary Machine Techniques

Heirloom Sewing for Today: Classic Materials, Contemporary Machine Techniques Review

A guide to using modern sewing machines and machine made laces and fabrics to create heirloom quality clothing. Details are given on making scarves, pillowcases, napkins, and adapting blouses, skirts and nightgowns, and a special section is devoted to gift ideas.

The 2009 Import and Export Market for Sewing Thread Made of Artificial Filaments in the Middle East

The 2009 Import and Export Market for Sewing Thread Made of Artificial Filaments in the Middle East Review

On the demand side, exporters and strategic planners approaching the market in the Middle East face a number of questions. Which countries are supplying sewing thread made of artificial filaments to the Middle East? What is the dollar value of these imports? How much do the imports of sewing thread made of artificial filaments vary from one country to another in the Middle East? Do exporters serving the market in the Middle East have similar market shares across the importing countries? On the supply side, the Middle East also sells to the international market of sewing thread made of artificial filaments. Which countries in the Middle East supply the most exports of sewing thread made of artificial filaments? Which countries are buying their exports? What is the value of these exports and which countries are the largest buyers?

This report was created for strategic planners, international marketing executives and import/export managers who are concerned with the market for sewing thread made of artificial filaments in the Middle East. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the fact. I have developed a methodology, based on macroeconomic and trade models, to estimate the market for sewing thread made of artificial filaments for those countries serving the Middle East via exports or supplying from the Middle East via imports. We do so for the current year based on a variety of key historical indicators and econometric models.

In what follows, Chapter 2 begins by summarizing where the Middle East fits into the world market for imported and exported sewing thread made of artificial filaments. The total level of imports and exports on a worldwide basis, and those for the Middle East in particular, is based on a model which aggregates across over 150 key country markets and projects these

Couture: The Art of Fine Sewing

Couture: The Art of Fine Sewing Review

Ideal for sewers with an interest in quality, style, and individuality, this book reveals techniques once only known to the seamstresses in the couture houses of Paris.

Sewing Women: Immigrants and the New York City Garment Industry (Columbia Comparative Studies on Ethnicity and Race)

Sewing Women: Immigrants and the New York City Garment Industry (Columbia Comparative Studies on Ethnicity and Race) Review

Many Latino and Chinese women who immigrated to New York City over the past two decades found work in the garment industry-an industry well known for both hiring immigrants and its harsh working conditions. Today the garment industry is one of the largest immigrant employers in New York City and workers in Chinese- and Korean-owned factories produce 70 percent of all manufactured clothing in New York City. Based on extensive interviews with workers and employers, Margaret M. Chin, offers a detailed and complex portrait of the work lives of Chinese and Latino garment workers. Chin, whose mother and aunts worked in Chinatown's garment industry, also explores how immigration status, family circumstances, ethnic relations, and gender affect the garment industry workplace. In turn, she analyzes how these factors affect whom employers hire and what wages and benefits are given to the employees.

Chin's study contrasts the working conditions and hiring practices of Korean- and Chinese-owned factories. Her comparison of the two practices illuminates how ethnic ties both improve and hinder opportunities for immigrants. While both sectors take advantage of workers and are characterized by low wages and lax enforcement of safety regulations-there are crucial differences. In the Chinese sector, owners encourage employees, almost entirely female, to recruit new workers, especially friends and family. Though Chinese workers tend to be documented and unionized, this work arrangement allows owners to maintain a more paternalistic relationship with their employees. Gender also plays a major role in channeling women into the garment industry, as Chinese immigrants, particularly those with children, tend to maintain traditional gender roles in the workplace. Korean-owned shops, however, hire mostly undocumented Mexican and Ecuadorian workers, both male and female. These workers tend not to have children and are thus less tied to traditional gender roles. Unlike their Chinese counterparts, Korean employers hire workers on their own terms and would rather not allow current employees to influence their decisions.

Chin's work also provides an overview of the history of the garment industry, examines immigration strategies, and concludes with a discussion of changes in the industry in the aftermath of 9/11.

Girls' Best Book of Knitting, Sewing, and Embroidery

Girls' Best Book of Knitting, Sewing, and Embroidery Review

Children are natural do-it-yourselfers, decorating their own rooms, experimenting with arts and crafts, expressing their personalities through all sorts of hands-on activities. Girls’ Best Book of Knitting, Sewing, and Embroidery encourages that creativity while teaching kids the fundamentals of three basic handicrafts. Through colorfully illustrated, step-by-step lessons and simple, engaging projects, this charming book introduces girls to the world of knitting, sewing, and embroidery in a fun and accessible format.

All three crafts are explained in clear, easy-to-understand language, accompanied by vibrant color photographs and illustrations that demonstrate the tools and techniques of each trade. The bright, adorable projects that follow—embroidered T-shirts and patches, knitted flowers and butterflies, sewn bags and hair bands—will inspire kids to try out their new skills.

Throughout the pages are special features such as perforated embroidery cards, patterns for tracing, and—best of all—a sturdy, pop-out cardboard doll, ready to be dressed in clothes made by the young designer following instructions in the book. The perfect combination of play and learning, Girls’ Best Book of Knitting, Sewing, and Embroidery is sure to make a crafter out of every creative girl.

Sewing in a Straight Line: Quick and Crafty Projects You Can Make by Simply Sewing Straight

Sewing in a Straight Line: Quick and Crafty Projects You Can Make by Simply Sewing Straight Review

In just one weekend and using one skill, sewing straight, an entire world of sophisticated, but easily doable projects is open to you. Just about anyone can sew a straight line. And with that simple skill and some basic guidance, crafty expert Brett Bara demonstrates how you can make custom home decor, stylish fashions and one-of-a-kind gifts. "Sewing in a Straight Line" is a step-by-step guide to creating 28 deceptively simple projects that look like they came from a chic boutique, far more impressive than you would expect for such little effort! These easy-to-make items offer quick gratification that even the busiest among us will appreciate. From a flirty two-hour miniskirt to the cutest plush toys, many of the projects take only a spare afternoon. With step-by-step illustrations, clear instructions and loads of helpful hints and customisation ideas, "Sewing in a Straight Line" will quickly make a sewing enthusiast out of anyone.

The 2009 World Forecasts of Artificial Filament Yarn for Retail Sale Excluding Sewing Thread Export Supplies

The 2009 World Forecasts of Artificial Filament Yarn for Retail Sale Excluding Sewing Thread Export Supplies Review

This report was created for strategic planners, international marketing executives and export managers whose primary concern is the world market for artificial filament yarn for retail sale excluding sewing thread. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the fact. I have developed a methodology, based on macroeconomic and trade models, to estimate the market for artificial filament yarn for retail sale excluding sewing thread for those firms serving the world via exports and foreign direct investment. It does so for the current year based on a variety of key historical indicators and econometric models.

In what follows, this report begins by summarizing the world market for artificial filament yarn for retail sale excluding sewing thread exports. The total level of exports on a worldwide basis is based on a model that aggregates across over 150 key country markets and projects these to the current year. From there, each country represents a percent of the world market. This market is served from a number of competitive countries of origin. Based on supply-side dynamics, market shares by country of origin are then calculated across each country market. These shares lead to a volume of export values for each country and are aggregated to regional and world totals. In doing so, we are able to obtain maximum likelihood estimates of both the value of each supplier and the destinations (countries served by the supplier country). From these figures, world rankings are calculated. In this way, all the figures provided in this report are forecasts that can be combined with internal information for strategic planning purposes.

My First Sewing Machine Book: Learn To Sew: Kids

My First Sewing Machine Book: Learn To Sew: Kids Review

Alison McNicol is an expert in teaching children to sew and has written the Learn To Sew: Kids series of best-selling sewing books for children. This book is perfect for kids getting started with their first sewing machine - with bright, modern and clear illustrations, children can quickly learn to use and thread their machine, measure and use fabrics, and make a selection of super cool projects - super easy tote bags, cool cushions, i-pod holders, zip cases and more! * Easy to follow Learn To Sew illustrations * Fun and simple projects to make * Patterns and templates included * Let Daisy Doublestitch and Billy Bobbin show you how!

Needles and Notions: Paper-Pieced Patterns with a Sewing Room Theme

Needles and Notions: Paper-Pieced Patterns with a Sewing Room Theme Review

Create paper-pieced quilts for yourself or a favorite stitching pal and showcase a subject you both love--sewing! Delightful pictorial sewing-room blocks in both 4" and 6" sizes are provided, along with a larger block depicting a traditional Sunbonnet Sue busy at work on her latest quilt. Turn blocks into small wall quilts with multiple borders, or make a sewing room sampler quilt using all 13 block designs. Includes:

• Charming block motifs, from a button jar and thimble to a rotary cutter, sewing machine, and seam ripper

• Special techniques for creating tiny 1/8"- to 1/4"-wide accent borders with precision

• How-to illustrations and full-size paper-piecing patterns for each block

One-Yard Wonders: 101 Sewing Fabric Projects; Look How Much You Can Make with Just One Yard of Fabric!

One-Yard Wonders: 101 Sewing Fabric Projects; Look How Much You Can Make with Just One Yard of Fabric! Review

One-Yard Wonders: 101 Sewing Fabric Projects; Look How Much You Can Make with Just One Yard of Fabric! Feature

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With more than 200,000 copies in print, Storey's One-Skein Wonders series is an unqualified success. Now, for the first time in the series, fabric takes center stage! And the timing couldn't be better. Sewing machine sales have doubled over the past 10 years, and crafters are discovering the joy of another kind of stitching.

One-Yard Wonders will delight anyone who has ever fallen for fabric - from the novice sewing enthusiast to the lifelong seamstress. The book presents a delightful array of simple, stylish projects that can be made with just a single yard of fabric - from apparel to accessories, from plush toys to pet beds, from baby items to bags, and from home decor to "Happy Birthday" banners. Projects have a hip,contemporary flair, and most can be completed in a few hours. For each project, the book provides a full-color photograph, easy step-by-step instructions, and simple illustrations. Templates and pattern pieces are also included wherever needed, making this collection of 101 projects the best sewing deal ever.

Great fabric demands to be purchased, even if it's just a  yard or two at a time. But such tantalizing textiles should never hide in a closet; One-Yard Wonders promises gift-worthy solutions for that stash of irresistible fabric-store buys. At last, it's time to stop storing and start sewing!

Like to sew? Want free fabric? Visit www.storey.com to enter Storey's Yard-of-the-Month Sweepstakes. No purchase necessary. Open to all US residents, 18 years or older. All entries must be recieved by February 28, 2010. Complete official rules posted at www.storey.com. Void where prohibited.

Madeira Applique by Machine: Plus Heirloom Sewing from A to Z

Madeira Applique by Machine: Plus Heirloom Sewing from A to Z Review

From Introduction: "Madeira applique originated on the island of Madeira in Portugal. It involves stitching a fabric onto another fabric. By hand, the raw edges are turned under andthe folded edge is stitched downusing the Point de Paris stitch. Here, we have adapted it so that it can be done on the sewing machine. This techinique can be used for applying borders or shapes to collars, cuffs, etc." Includes three full-size patterns: To-The-Waist Dress and Sleeveless Dress (both in sizes 4-12) and Heirloom Party Dress (in sizes 3 mo. to 10 years).

The 2009 World Market Forecasts for Imported Sewing Thread Made of Artificial Filaments

The 2009 World Market Forecasts for Imported Sewing Thread Made of Artificial Filaments Review

This report was created for strategic planners, international marketing executives and export managers whose primary concern is the world market for sewing thread made of artificial filaments. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the fact. I have developed a methodology, based on macroeconomic and trade models, to estimate the market for sewing thread made of artificial filaments for those firms serving the world via exports and foreign direct investment. It does so for the current year based on a variety of key historical indicators and econometric models.

In what follows, this report begins by summarizing the world exporter's market for sewing thread made of artificial filaments. The total level of exports on a worldwide basis is based on a model that aggregates across over 150 key country markets and projects these to the current year. From there, each country represents a percent of the world market. This market is served from a number of competitive countries of origin. Based on supply-side dynamics, market shares by country of origin are then calculated across each country market. These shares lead to a volume of import values for each country and are aggregated to regional and world totals. In doing so, we are able to obtain maximum likelihood estimates of both the value of each market and the shares that competitors (countries serving that market) are likely to receive this year. From these figures, world rankings are calculated to allow managers to prioritize markets. In this way, all the figures provided in this report are forecasts that can be combined with internal information for strategic planning purposes.

The 2011 Import and Export Market for Wholesale Synthetic Filament High-Tenacity Yarn Made of Nylon, Polyamides, or Polyesters Excluding Sewing Thread in Asia

The 2011 Import and Export Market for Wholesale Synthetic Filament High-Tenacity Yarn Made of Nylon, Polyamides, or Polyesters Excluding Sewing Thread in Asia Review

On the demand side, exporters and strategic planners approaching the market in Asia face a number of questions. Which countries are supplying wholesale synthetic filament high-tenacity yarn made of nylon, polyamides, or polyesters excluding sewing thread to Asia? What is the dollar value of these imports? How much do the imports of wholesale synthetic filament high-tenacity yarn made of nylon, polyamides, or polyesters excluding sewing thread vary from one country to another in Asia? Do exporters serving the market in Asia have similar market shares across the importing countries? On the supply side, Asia also sells to the international market of wholesale synthetic filament high-tenacity yarn made of nylon, polyamides, or polyesters excluding sewing thread. Which countries in Asia supply the most exports of wholesale synthetic filament high-tenacity yarn made of nylon, polyamides, or polyesters excluding sewing thread? Which countries are buying their exports? What is the value of these exports and which countries are the largest buyers?

This report was created for strategic planners, international marketing executives and import/export managers who are concerned with the market for wholesale synthetic filament high-tenacity yarn made of nylon, polyamides, or polyesters excluding sewing thread in Asia. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the fact. I have developed a methodology, based on macroeconomic and trade models, to estimate the market for wholesale synthetic filament high-tenacity yarn made of nylon, polyamides, or polyesters excluding sewing thread for those countries serving Asia via exports or supplying from Asia via imports. We do so for the current year based on a variety of key historical indicators and econometric models.

In what follows, Chapter 2 begins by

The World Market for Wholesale Synthetic Yarn Containing Less Than 85% Synthetic Staple Fibers by Weight Excluding Sewing Thread: A 2009 Global Trade Perspective

The World Market for Wholesale Synthetic Yarn Containing Less Than 85% Synthetic Staple Fibers by Weight Excluding Sewing Thread: A 2009 Global Trade Perspective Review

This report was created for strategic planners, international executives and import/export managers who are concerned with the market for wholesale synthetic yarn containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibers by weight excluding sewing thread. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the fact. I have developed a methodology, based on macroeconomic and trade models, to estimate the market for wholesale synthetic yarn containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibers by weight excluding sewing thread for those countries serving the world market via exports or supplying from various countries via imports. I do so for the current year based on a variety of key historical indicators and econometric models.

On the demand side, exporters and strategic planners approaching the world market face a number of questions. Which countries are supplying wholesale synthetic yarn containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibers by weight excluding sewing thread? What is the dollar value of these imports? How much do the imports of wholesale synthetic yarn containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibers by weight excluding sewing thread vary from one country to another? Do exporters serving the world market have similar market shares across the importing countries? Which countries supply the most exports of wholesale synthetic yarn containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibers by weight excluding sewing thread? Which countries are buying their exports? What is the value of these exports and which countries are the largest buyers?