This is the classic essential reference for all home sewers.With hundreds of time- and money-saving projects, this is the most comprehensive source for sewing information for both new and experienced sewers. New sewing techniques and time-saving ideas have been introduced, and the projects reflect current fashion trends with many children's clothing ideas included.
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256 of 260 people found the following review helpful
Format:Plastic Comb
When my Simplicity book was on order from Amazon[.com], I went to the library and checked out the "Readers Digest Complete Guide to Sewing." Since I only want one basic reference on sewing, I want it to be the most comprehensive one. The Reader's Digest guide is, in my estimation, much more inclusive. I am more or less a beginner, and Readers Digest covers more techniques in better detail. It includes a fabric dictionary, in case a pattern recommends dimity and you don't know what that is. "Simplicity" seems to assume that you want to knock garments out in the least possible time, whereas I want to sew garments that have the best possible finish inside and out.
"Simplicity" does have some information that Reader's Digest does not--such as patternless projects and directions for sergers. On the other hand, the hand sewing techniques and fabric dictionary in Reader's Digest are things "Simplicity" doesn't have, and which I need. "Simplicity" is well-liked for its chatty style, but some might find that style more condescending than chatty.
My "Simplicity" book came shrink-wrapped, but did not include anything to get a free pattern.
"Simplicity" does have some information that Reader's Digest does not--such as patternless projects and directions for sergers. On the other hand, the hand sewing techniques and fabric dictionary in Reader's Digest are things "Simplicity" doesn't have, and which I need. "Simplicity" is well-liked for its chatty style, but some might find that style more condescending than chatty.
My "Simplicity" book came shrink-wrapped, but did not include anything to get a free pattern.
87 of 89 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you have ever taken sewing in high school, and you remember, "Hey I liked doing that!", but can't remember how to do it, this is the prefect sewing companion.
It refreshes your memory, and teaches you things your teacher didn't. It has shortcuts, tips, and even a section on how to work with an overlock. It is clear,
easy to understand, and fun to read. The first time you pick it up you want to sew something, anything, but you definitely want to sew! It has a FREE pattern
offer, so you can start even sooner, color pictures, pattern-less patterns, and even neat little tricks! Simplicity's Simply the Best Sewing Book is, quite
simply, "Simply the Best"!
It refreshes your memory, and teaches you things your teacher didn't. It has shortcuts, tips, and even a section on how to work with an overlock. It is clear,
easy to understand, and fun to read. The first time you pick it up you want to sew something, anything, but you definitely want to sew! It has a FREE pattern
offer, so you can start even sooner, color pictures, pattern-less patterns, and even neat little tricks! Simplicity's Simply the Best Sewing Book is, quite
simply, "Simply the Best"!
70 of 71 people found the following review helpful
Format:Plastic Comb
When I began sewing, I received this book and Sewing for Dummies. Over and over again I found myself turning to this book. It was much more comprehensive, where as Sewing for Dummies only included the most basic information. Even "beginners" patterns include instructions not covered in the Dummies book!
This book also has a very thorough index, something necessary in a reference book. The tone was conversational enough for you to read straight through before ever picking up a needle. In the back is a lovely section on "Easy Patternless Projects" that will help you gain confidence in your sewing and show you that your options aren't limited to the patterns available in the store. I gave it four stars rather than five because the clothing styles used throughout the book a little outdated and there could be more emphasis on non-fashion sewing, i.e. home accessories.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Simple and effective
This book covers many basics for a new sewer. Understanding how to figure out sizings for patterns, reading patterns and adjustments. Its got a lot of little hints throughout. Read more
Published 1 month ago by susan wippich
Great sewing manual to have around for reference
This is a great book to have in my sewing library for those times that I need additional help with issues that come up and that are not explained in the instruction sheets in the... Read more
Published 8 months ago by bg536
Great for reference
I feel like this is a good book to use while you are sewing if you are a beginner. I think it's more beneficial to take a beginner sewing class first to get an idea how to use the... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Damico Collins
Real Bargain
I bought this book for my son, who needed it for a course he took at Mesa Community College. He says the book was exactly what he needed for a fraction of the cost from any local... Read more
Published 12 months ago by M. Cohen
Simplicity's Simply The Best Sewing Reference
This book is a wonderful source for anyone's sewing dilemmas or if you just need to refresh your memory on a sewing technique. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Deborah Kaufman
Good adjunct to sewing with patterns
This book is really only for people who are sewing from a pattern and want more information on what they're doing or a better way of doing it, and don't or can't look it up on the... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Travelmel
Awesome book!
This is a great sewing book with lots of info in "easy to read" (and understand) form. I bought it with hopes of finding more info on the accessories for sewing machines and their... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Tisha King
Great resource
I was pleased to see that this is still the "best sewing book. I use mine all the time and have been sewing for 30 plus years. Read more
Published 15 months ago by M. Roseen
Simple explanations and great tutorial!
Great examples of how to do everything! I haven't sewn in years and was grateful to find this overview to re-teach myself. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Lis
I wouldn't recommend unless you are already a sewer.
I was torn between buying this and the Reader's Digest sewing book, I wish I had chosen the other one though. Read more
Published 16 months ago by A. Morton
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