Sewing made simple - a giveaway! - now closed

Sewing Made Simple is a book packed full of instructions and clever tips, it demystifies the subject and provides a wealth of know-how that will give you the confidence to make and customise clothes and home furnishings.
It is a beautiful book, the illustrated steps are concise and clearly thought through. I feel it instills confidence in both the beginner who may not know where and how to start when sitting in front of their new sewing machine,  and also those at the intermediate level of sewing, who may want to broaden their capabilities and feel ready to tackle bigger projects.  

·        An indispensable guide to everything you need to know about sewing, starting with the essential items for your sewing box through to the core skills that will enable you to make your own cushions, curtains, clothes and more

·        From stitching neat seams and inserting zips to basic quilting and embellishing, key techniques are presented in an accessible way

·        Practical advice and tried-and-tested tricks that will help you to achieve professional results 

·        Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs and step-by-step illustrations

·        Includes 20 specially designed projects that will give you the confidence to try your hand at making anything

The author, Tessa Evelegh, is an expert in her field with over 30 titles to her name and a previous career at the British magazine Family circle, her work has also been in Ideal Home and Homes and Gardens magazines. She learnt to sew as a child and has continued to make clothing and soft furnishings to this day.

Where other sewing books i may have bought in the past focused more solely on inspiring projects, this is a real how to book, taking you through the practical sides, with pretty pastel drawings, that are easy to understand and a wealth of explanation on various topics such as types of materials to choose and how to measure for and use a pattern.Then there are some projects towards the second half of the book, for things like curatins, cushions, tablecloths and dresses.

Here is a overview of what's covered....

The first five chapters introduce you to all the tools, equipment and materials you will need for sewing success.

‘The Sewing Box’ explains different threads, needles, pins, scissors and other haberdashery must haves
‘The Secrets of Sewing-Machine Success’ guides you around your machine and its accessories, and includes a useful section on troubleshooting.
‘Stitch Craft’ teaches you the essential hand- and machine-stitches – the building blocks of any sewing project.
‘The Paper Pattern’ explains how patterns work and how to use and adapt them for expert dressmaking.
‘Fabric Choices’ reveals how to select the most appropriate fabrics for your project, taking into account colour, pattern, composition and weave.

 

The last chapter, ‘Basic Sewing Skills’, shows you how it’s done, with the essential techniques for making almost anything explained in plain and simple terms – from sewing on buttons and stitching darts to appliqué and piping.

Interspersed are 20 gorgeous projects that will help you to consolidate your skills. The projects range from a simple bias-cut skirt and tailored cushion to a more complicated apron and lined tote, and include useful basics such as a curtain, blind, child’s dress and customised T-shirt

The publishers Jaqui Small, who gave me a copy to review,
have also kindly offered one as a giveaway to Secrets readers who live in the UK.

So to be in with a chance of owning your own inspiring copy all you have to do is
leave a comment on this post
and i will use a random number generator to pick a winner.

The giveaway will close a week today, good luck! And do remember its Uk only

Find Sewing made simple by Tessa Evelegh on this link at amazon

love

Kat x

Comments

[Karen Scammell]

I would love to wina copy please x

[Michelle]

I would love a chance to win please. Looks like a very useful book x

[Susannah]

Oh I would love to win a copy! One of my goals is to learn how to sew, and this book looks so lovely!
~Susannah x

[Laura E Oliver]

Great giveaway and a lovely looking book. Would love to have a go at that vintage apron!

*Fingers Crossed*

x

[Chloe-jane]

Hey,
I'd love to enter the give away! I absolutely adore your site...and I absolutely love sewing. he, he, a little coincidental, no?
Love,
Chloe-jane x x x

[Louise]

What a lovely book - keeping my fingers crossed.

[Heather]

I have just fallen across your blog, what a magincal blog it is :) This fab competition makes it that little bit more special!
* Fingers and toes crossed *
Heather x

[Liat]

Ah, I LOVE LOVE that apron. I'm a novice sewer too and find it all a bit mysterious at times....this book would certainly help! (hint hint) :)

[Amy M]

Looks like a lovely book! I'd love to win :)
Keeping my fingers, toes, everything crossed :) <3

[Sue]

Oh what a lovely book, I really do need to improve my sewing skills so fingers crossed :)

[Rhian]

Hi, I love your blog and would really like to win this book as I would like to get better at sewing and this book looks gorgeous!

Rhian X

http://classyandfabulous-95.blogspot.com/

[Icklebabe]

What a lovely lovely book! I'd love to have a chance to get sewing again :))

[Marta]

Hello Butterfly,

What a beautiful and practical book. My Boyfriend gave me sewing machine for Christmas, so a book like that would be really useful :-)

By the way, your blog is so inspirational and one can find so many romantic things in it...

[sandra d]

This is a great review of the book. It made me want to sew... Would love to win a copy.
xxx

[Nicola]

I have always loved pretty things and recently decided I would like to make them myself. I haven't done much sewing for ages so this book would really help. xxx

[Scrappygirl5]

Looks fantastic, just what I need to give me that boost to start having a go at making something myself.

Love to be entered, many thanks x

[Tina Brace]

Kat, this review is very creative and inspiring. I would love to learn how to start sewing and this seems like the perfect book to teach the skills needed!

Keep up the great work on your blog! x

[Nathalie]

Oh wow what a lovely giveaway! I am pretty ok at sewing but would love to tackle some bigger projects, such as curtains! Especially as I have a ton of vintage fabric to put to use :)

Nathalie! XO