Sew with Sara: PJs, Pillows, Bags & More--Fun Stuff to Keep, Give, SELL! (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

Product Description

Teenage sewing whiz Sara Trail shows you how 2 sew cute clothes and accessories for fun and profit.

About the Author

Sara Trail learned to sew at the age of just 4, she is now a successful quilter, sewing teacher, and clothes designer.

Product Details

• Reading level: Young Adult
  
• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: C&T Publishing (June 25, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571206035
• ISBN-13: 978-1571206039
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #315,428 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for Teens, May 30, 2009

By	JCB - See all my reviews

I just received my book today and DVD (5/30/09). I wish I had this book months ago because it could have eliminated the expense of other similar books. I love the format. It is easy to follow and non-intimidating. Sara explains the sewing terms in a simple, non-complicated manner. The many pictures help as well. She encourages you to be unique, looks at mistakes as learning opportunities as opposed to "stressing."

Even better, Sara takes the reader to the next level by sharing tips on how to build your business as a seamstress. That advice alone would be an additional book for most authors--not Sara. This information is priceless for anyone who has a passion to sew.

Thank you Sara and C&T Publishing. I love this book. I strongly encourage Sara's DVD as well.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What an Intelligent Girl Sara is for making this book!, July 27, 2009

By	Nigeria Riggins "MamaKilya" (milwaukee, wi United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

1) it's a quick an easy to read.
2) sara is thorough and explains things well..so this book is GREAT for a beginner!
3) her personality is very cool, she's not overbearing in her descriptions.

I would say this is a must-have book for tweens, or beginners who like to take things very slow.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for the teen/tween entrepreneur!, July 20, 2009

By	Tamara Bostwick "Sewing Editor at BellaOnline... - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is one of those books that I wish had been around when I was a teenager. The author, Sara Trail, is an enterprising 13 year old who has been sewing since the age of four and has turned her hobby into a money-making venture along the way. In this book, she shares her enthusiasm and business savvy with her readers in an engaging and articulate way.

Her target audience is teens and tweens who are interested in learning to sew and making money from their sewing. I am just old enough that the abbreviated chat style language is a wee bit annoying, but it is perfect for the younger set. The writing style is lively and the many photographs mixed with eye-catching graphics keep the reader's interest. She writes as if she is speaking directly to the reader and entries from her personal journal are sprinkled in which lends a very personal feel to the text.

The first several chapters address the tools necessary for sewing and provide a brief introduction into the basics of sewing. I like that she gives suggestions on how to economize by borrowing a machine or visiting thrift stores for fabric. She also stresses safety techniques and includes her personal experiences with sewing injuries. The later chapters of the book address the sewing projects and her ideas for making money with them. The projects include a cellphone/mp3 player cover, an apron, hair scrunchy, a tote bag and a top, among others.

I was very impressed by her chapter on business basics where she discusses how to improve sales by dressing up the sales booth, making fliers, and presenting oneself to clients. She also includes a checklist for party planning (hosting pajama parties is one of her suggestions for making money). This chapter is fantastic because there is so much more to selling than providing a material good and in this area, she has obviously excelled. The skill of providing customer service does not always come naturally so it is wonderful that she lays it out so clearly in language that teens can relate to.