Sew Beautiful

Creating your own, stylish clothing has never been simpler than with this book of beautiful, modern patterns for the beginner sewer. Opening with a chapter completely devoted to the fundamentals of sewing, Sew Beautiful makes sure to start you off with all the information you'll need to get stitching in easy-to-learn, accessible pearls of wisdom from prolific designer and seamstress Kennis Wong. Once you've learned how to take your measurements, select the perfect fabric, and all the different ways to sew a seam or hem a garment, you'll be ready to take on any of the designs her book has to offer. Slip into the luxurious Castlepoint Faux Wrap Skirt on a breezy summer day, or bundle up in the cozy Luxor Dolman Sleeve Sweater for a cold autumn night. Going to a fancy event, but can't find anything to wear? Wow everyone when you tell them your Giza Dress is 100% handmade. And with patterns designed for sizes 00 through 20, this book is filled with projects that are sure to flatter any body type. For the craft-lover who has always wanted to make their own clothes, let Sew Beautiful be your guide to a closet full of elegant staples you'll be proud to wear. This book includes eight patterns with 15 pattern variations and 60 photographs.