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Power Sewing Toolbox vols. 1 & 2 by Sandra Betzina Is it the same as Power Sewing?
Warbler   Advanced VT USA Member since 4/15/07 Posts: 2584	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/28/10 10:53 AM I wonder if it is a compendium of more tips in addition to her Power Sewing book? Does anyone have the set? Santa gave me her Power Sewing book which is fantastic.... I would love even more! ------ Janome MC6600 Bernina 240 Juki MO735 Singer 201-2 Singer 221-1 Singer 15-91
Annie- oh Intermediate CO USA Member since 2/7/04 Posts: 1169	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/28/10 11:32 AM I ordered both volumes and they came yesterday. I own most of Sandra's books, DVD's etc., and these new books do not repeat . Two tips in the first half hour of reading in the the jacket section anwswered questions I didn't know I had. The best buy, best reading, best resource in my library. Wow and wow, I hope your errands and housework are caught up before you start reading them - they have sent me to my sewing room with a renewed purpose, not even supper last night! ------ I try all things. I achieve what I can. "Moby Dick" We stand here confronted by insurmountable opportinities. Pogo
Warbler   Advanced VT USA Member since 4/15/07 Posts: 2584	Login to reply to this post In reply to Annie- oh Like this post Date: 12/28/10 12:33 PM Thank you Annie, Sandra's webiste has the pair listed a quite a savings. I think I will go order! Thanks again for the endorsement! ------ Janome MC6600 Bernina 240 Juki MO735 Singer 201-2 Singer 221-1 Singer 15-91
JillyBe Intermediate CA USA Member since 1/20/10 Posts: 3194	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/28/10 12:41 PM I've had the new set for a couple of weeks now (I got them the day they arrived at my local store). Volume One has little several markers in it for a project I'm currently working on - there are so MANY tips that are new to me that I'll be reading, re-reading, & marking it for a long time, I'm sure! I just started skimming through Volume 2 last night; it looks equally valuable. I'll write up a thorough review when I've had them a little longer. The short review is definitely a thumbs up! Easy to reference, very well organized, great pictures, the spiral binding makes them super easy to read through & lay flat - each volume even has a CD (which I haven't viewed yet). The tips aren't even in her patterns - some; however are on her Power Sewing tips website, which requires a paid subscription. ------ http://jillybejoyful.blogspot.com/ a blog about creativity, sewing, vintage sewing machines, and...... life :)
Nancy K Advanced NY USA Member since 12/28/04 Posts: 7590	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/28/10 1:38 PM Anyone who is an advanced sewer buy this? I can see it being a fabulous resource for less experienced sewers, but is it worth the price for an advanced sewist? ------ www.nancyksews.blogspot.com
Heidi Cooper   CA USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 453	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/28/10 2:20 PM Nancy, I just got this for Christmas and have only had a few minutes with it. My first thought was "This would be great for very new sewers, not sure how much use I will get out of it" however, when I got to the section on threads I found some new-to-me info that was really helpful. I hope to find more tidbits like that and will let you know if/when I do. heidi ------ “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” -Mahatma Gandhi “ Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes.” -Mahatma Gandhi Now Blogging at http://sewexotic.blogspot.com/
Elaray Intermediate PA USA Member since 4/20/05 Posts: 716	Login to reply to this post In reply to Nancy K Like this post Date: 12/28/10 2:50 PM I think there's enough content to interest an advanced sewer. In volume 1 there is a section on the anatomy of a well-made jacket I found quite interesting. There is also a section on seam embellishments - something I never even considered doing. ------ I sew, therefore I am. Visit my blog at http://anothercreation.blogspot.com
SouthernStitch   Advanced LA USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 8208	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/28/10 3:12 PM I've only had a chance to peruse volume 1. Will report back on 2. So far, I'm not all that taken away by these tips. I think it's marvelous for a beginner, and while there are things in there for more advance sewists, I just didn't find as many as I'd like. Of the ones I did find interesting, they left me wanting more information. I actually enjoyed the non technical tips better. The ones relating to making sewing more enjoyable, organized, etc. Having said that, I do really enjoy my subscription to the Power Sewing website. I have learned LOTS from the videos there, and love the Power Sewing Book. ------ Bernina 730E, 530, and 350PE Singer 221 FW, 403a When life gives you green velvet curtains, make a green velvet dress.
Rhonda in Montreal   Advanced Beginner QC CANADA Member since 12/9/04 Posts: 2008	Login to reply to this post In reply to Warbler Like this post Date: 12/28/10 6:39 PM Hi!!! Was interested in getting the set... $12 s/h for USA and $35 for International (CANADA??)!! I hope these books show up in brick stores... Rhonda ------ You are most welcome to visit us at: www.rhotos-rag.blogspot.com/
goosegreen   Intermediate AUSTRALIA Member since 1/9/05 Posts: 1773	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/29/10 0:36 AM Yeah...I wasn't happy with the cost of international shipping either. But $35 is way excessive to Canada! Can someone who has both books give me an idea of how much they weigh? I'm travelling to the US in 8 weeks & thought I might get them sent to my hotel. But if they're really heavy, they might put me over my checked bag allowance. -- Edited on 12/29/10 0:39 AM -- ------ Alison in suburbia - Sydney Australia My sewing blog: http://nosilasews.blogspot.com/

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