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Best sewing manual What's your go-to resource?
lgrande   Advanced Beginner MT USA Member since 1/18/12 Posts: 1050	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/24/12 11:26 AM I just realized that I don't remember how to do a flat-felled seam and don't own a good sewing manual. Do you have one that you love? ------ Linda Bernina 830LE Bernina B530 Janome 6600P Pfaff 1209 Babylock Evolution Janome 644D
lgrande   Advanced Beginner MT USA Member since 1/18/12 Posts: 1050	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/24/12 2:31 PM No one? ------ Linda Bernina 830LE Bernina B530 Janome 6600P Pfaff 1209 Babylock Evolution Janome 644D
lca   Intermediate CO USA Member since 6/4/07 Posts: 503	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 5/24/12 3:12 PM Thinking..... I don't think I use my sewing books anymore, I just google what I need.
jadamo00 Advanced NY USA Member since 3/13/06 Posts: 1235	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/24/12 3:24 PM Vogue Sewing.
lgrande   Advanced Beginner MT USA Member since 1/18/12 Posts: 1050	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/24/12 4:07 PM Thank you, I'll try the Vogue book. ------ Linda Bernina 830LE Bernina B530 Janome 6600P Pfaff 1209 Babylock Evolution Janome 644D
NhiHuynh   Advanced CA USA Member since 1/4/11 Posts: 593	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/24/12 4:24 PM I like Vogue sewing. It's a general sewing reference book and my first go to. I also occasionally use Professional Sewing Techniques for Designers. It's nicely illustrated but the techniques are sometimes too involved.
diane s Intermediate OR USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 3887	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/24/12 7:10 PM I have Vogue sewing, but I prefer the Reader's Digest sewing book. I have the newest version and the original from the 70's. You can usually find the old one in thrift stores. It has some good things in it, like an easy way to line a sleeveless dress. I also like the Singer sewing book, Sewing Essentials for it's gorgeous photos. It shows several ways to do a flat fell seam. ------ My grandmother taught me to sew when I was 10, and I've been sewing ever since.
Speech girl Intermediate GA USA Member since 5/11/03 Posts: 1658	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/24/12 7:59 PM The Reader's digest book. I have Vogue sewing and it's a fine book, but I think the Reader's Digest covers more. ------ Kim formerly mikkim http://girlwithatimemachine.wordpress.com/
Pj3g   Intermediate WI USA Member since 2/14/11 Posts: 452	Login to reply to this post In reply to lgrande << Like this post Date: 5/25/12 7:56 AM I have alot of sewing books, but not the Vogue already mentioned. Out of what I have, I think the Singer Complete Photo Guide to Sewing is a really good book. The book is thick and as the title says, there are many photos about all the techniques. It includes some info on serging too. ------ Thank you Lord for my Mother who taught me the joy of sewing.
SheBear0320   Advanced MB CANADA Member since 4/8/08 Posts: 2793	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/25/12 10:25 AM I have the Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing on my shelf -- it's my go-to book when I'm looking for a technique refresher. I find it's great for all kinds of general sewing information and techniques. ------ Sheila "sewing very slowly to fill an empty closet" 2012/2013 Stash Busting Sew-Along: 27.25 yards sewn (as of 05/15/13) 21.75 yards purchased (as of 05/15/13)

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