No comments about Sewing for Tiny Tots: Sweet & Simple Clothes, Toys & Room Accents.

1 comments about Happy Hats & Cool Caps: To Sew for the Whole Family.

1. This is a great book for making yourself an assortment of simple soft caps and hats (especially in polar fleece). All instructions are included for adults and kids except for the baby bonnet which is only for little ones. I was especially pleased to see that there are instructions at the end for change the brim to suit your taste. There are pictures of all of the hats on people's heads in different fabrics, so you can see what they look like. It also includes patterns for a shawl, muffler, earwarmers, and mittens.

   It is really more about sewing than millinery, so I would avoid it if you want to make classic felt-style hats. Classic Millinery Techniques by Ann Albrizo is the book you'd want for that style of hatmaking.

1 comments about Making Hand-Sewn Boxes: Techniques And Projects.

1. I've always been fascinated by boxes. The ones in this book are a delight and you can make them for yourself or as gifts. The finished boxes are lovely.
   Here's what you can make: a tissue box, square boxes, hexagonal and octagonal boxes, a pen holder and letter rack, chests of drawers, round and oval boxes, octagonal box with four drawers, triangular box (my favorite), three-tier box, and a victorian style box.
   The supplies can be fabric remnants, and cereal boxes for the cardboard. The directions are really good and include drawings and photographs showing the different stages of making a fabric covered box.
   Although the author is British, measurements are in both metric and inches. The books listed at the end and the mail order suppliers don't include U.S. titles or suppliers, but any fabric store should have what you need or for that matter, any Walmart.
   The book helps you plan the size, shape, function, and type of lid for your box project. You can even use quilted fabric in covering the box. I like that it shows how to make dividers, drawers and trays.

No comments about The Complete Book Of Sewing: Dressmaking and Sewing for the Home Made Easy.

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2 comments about Sew & Go: Easy Convertible Projects for the Active Lifestyle (Creative Machine Arts Series.).

1. I really enjoy the projects in this book. I have made many of the projects. When I made the travelling pillow that rolls out to a rest mat for my daughter and her friend I used flat sheets that I didn't have fitted shees to match any more. The girls love them. They have taken the pillows on vacation, on over nights and to summer camps. In using the flat sheets, I was able to recycle and save money. The sheets are more durable that some of the fabrics too because they are made that way. I encourage every sewer to buy and use this book. Use your imagination throughout too. The projects and gifts made from this book are originals because you make them. Many people like the personal gift and the thought and time put into it. So go and sew!



2. Ms. Hubble has lots of great travel packing tips in this book, including how to tie a sarong. The patterns are intriguing--however, the directions are very sparse, for the most part. If you are not an expert seamstress, you will need help trying to figure out some of the directions. That said, several of the projects in this book can be sewn by the beginner.
   
   Her other books have good patterns too, but even worse directions. Look at this book first before going to the others.

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3 comments about Sewing From Square One: Turn Simple Fabric Squares into 20 Projects.

1. Ordered this book the first day available. Well written, lots of great pictures, very easy to follow and understand - like Darlene's presentations on HSN. This is pretty basic stuff but since Darlene could sell me sand by the truckload (insofar as sewing) in the middle of the Sahara, well, 'nuff said. Cannot wait until she gets a DVD ready for sale. I just always wonder why, as personable, friendly, helpful, and knowledgable as she is, she stays with this terrible line of products (Euro-Pro) when she could easily speak for any of the top of the line machine companies. Just as good as I hoped for, but be advised - pretty basic stuff. As always, thanks Darlene, and keep those tips coming!



2. I love to sew and i teach and this book is great for a beinger who wants to sew and start sewing right away the instructions are easy and i love it i couldnt get the book at hsn because it sold out and i found it here for a better price thanks must buy !! for home projects its for any crafter who needs some easy and fun ideas thanks



3. I'll admit, I feared the sewing machine. It made me nervous. I couldn't understand (and still don't, really) how it worked, and so couldn't visualize myself doing anything effectively.
   
   This book, although it only contains a few patterns, was a great starter. It includes patterns, extremely clear directions, great tips on using your machine, and I was able to complete my first-ever project in just a couple of hours, including a set-in fringe (not so easy your first time out!).
   
   If you're an advanced sewer, this book will probably not be terribly exciting for you.