Are you an absolute beginner when it comes to sewing? Then help is at hand with First Time Sewing.

The editors of Creative Publishing international have created dozens of the best-selling books on home improvement, landscaping, home decorating, sewing, crafting, hunting and fishing, and photography. All books are exhaustively researched, written, photographed, and edited by veteran staff members with years of experience in their areas of expertise.

Introduction                  7
 
Sewing Basics                        9
The Sewing Machine    10
Machine Accessories    12
Sewing Supplies           14
Special Products           19
Fabric Information        22
Selecting a Pattern        26
All about Patterns         28
Inside the Pattern          30
Pattern Layout              32
Cutting and Marking     36
Getting Ready to Sew               38
Sewing a Seam 42
How to Balance Tension           44
Hand Stitches               48
Hems   52
Cutting Decorator Fabrics         54
 
Projects           59
Rectangular Table Cloth            61
Easy Pillows     65
Zipper Closures            71
Baby Blanket    75       
Elastic-waist Skirt         81
Elastic-waist Pants        89
T-Shirts            97
Apron with Pockets      103
Unlined Jackets            113
 
Glossary           124
Index    126