It's been awhile- almost two years, to be exact- but I've decided to get back to reviewing books for the Blogging for Books program. They recently widened the selection of books available to review, so I felt that it might be fun to jump back in.
First up, after my long hiatus; Super Stitches Sewing by Nicole Vasbinder...
I love to sew and have been doing so for several years, now (in earnest). However, I'm self-taught, so that means that there are chunks of sewing knowledge that I lack. Sure, I took basic home ec back in the day. However, most of my sewing knowledge is due to the fact that I learn things as I go and as I need them. The pattern calls for a "french hem." So I google it and learn how to accomplish one. The Elsa dress that Lil' Miss is dying to dress up as for Halloween (already... And it's only June...!) needs as zipper. So, I google, struggle, google and try again. You get the picture. Anyway, suffice it to say that I have a lot to learn when it comes to the world of sewing!
Super Stitches Sewing by Nicole Vasbinder is a great, basic "reference guide" for sewing enthusiasts of all ages and stages. Just as the title suggests, this book is all about the basic backbone of sewing- the stitch!
The book starts out with the "straight stitch" and then progresses to topics such as, "Darning," "Hand-Stitching," and more. Each two-four page- spread covers one stitch. First, there is a photographic example of the highlighted stitch. Then, there is a chart listing out, "Essential Facts" about the stitch ("Also known as," "Key feature," "Common uses," "Fabric types," "Needle," etc.). Next, there is a step-by-step illustration(s) of how to accomplish the specific stitch. Last, but not least, an "expert tip" concludes each section.
I would consider myself an intermediate sewer. Yet, I was able to fully benefit from reading and reviewing Super Stitches Sewing by Nicole Vasbinder. I loved the simple illustrations and detailed instructions. Also, the "Also known as" section was helpful for decoding a variety of different patterns by different designers. Since I have still to conquer a successful zipper, I'm anxious to follow the instructions in Super Stitches Sewing by Nicole Vasbinder, to finally finish that Elsa dress (October will be here before you know it!).
For more information on Super Stitches Sewing, go to: http://www.randomhouse.com/book/231578/super-stitches-sewing-by-nicole-vasbinder
For more information on the author, Nicole Vasbinder, go to: http://www.randomhouse.com/author/180930/nicole-vasbinder
To add Super Stitches Sewing by Nicole Vasbinder to your own library, go to: http://www.amazon.com/Super-Stitches-Sewing-Machine-Sewing-Hand-Stitching/dp/0770434797/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
**Disclaimer- “I received this book for free from the publisher’s Blogging for Books program in exchange for this review”.
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