Bøger af Alison Smith

The ultimate sewing bible for beginners, students and seasoned stitchers wanting to perfect their skillsWhether you want to make soft furnishings, clothing or just do alterations this is the book that everyone interested in sewing needs. Follow step-by-steps and master every technique you ll ever need; from machine-stitching a buttonhole and attaching a collar, to altering patterns and building a basic sewing kit. Every hand and machine stitch and technique is clearly shown and easy to follow, guiding you through every move. Follow 25 stylish projects, for the home and to wear, which will enable you to take your sewing skills to perfection. Plus, get properly kitted out; close up photographs of hand and machine tools show you the best equipment for the job and guarantee you know exactly how to use it.Tucks, pleats, hems, darts, edges, pockets, buttonholes, zips whatever you want to sew find out how.

This is your complete guide to dressmaking, from designing, creating and customising your clothes. Master every dressmaking technique in the book!Fully illustrated and easy to use, this updated dressmaking book covers all the essential skills and techniques you need to make timeless wardrobe staples. It's a must-have for beginners and expert stitchers alike.Inside the pages of this reference book, you'll discover:- Step-by-step instructions and techniques, accompanied by clear, full-colour photography- Thorough sections on tools and equipment, to help the reader choose the right items for each project- 13 downloadable patterns for skirts, dresses, trousers, tops, and jackets that can be used to create 31 different garments- Over 80 techniques, including how to cut out a pattern, machine stitch, and hand stitch- Projects graded by difficulty level so as you can challenge yourself; whether you are a beginner, or looking for more advanced ideasFed up with fast fashion and fancy making your own clothes? This is the ultimate dressmaking guide for absolute beginners. Comprehensive, step-by-step guides and dressmaking patterns cover everything from choosing the perfect fabric for any project to trying your hand at a range of machine-sewing techniques. Accompanied by close-up photographs, clear instructions, and a glossary of dressmaking terminology to demystify even the trickiest technique. This book will help you advance from a sewing learner to a seasoned stitcher in no time. Zoomed-in photographs of hand and machine tools show you the best dressmaking equipment for the job and teach you exactly how to use it.The Essential Guide to DressmakingAn updated edition of The Dressmaking Book that guides you through every hand stitch, machine stitch, and sewing technique you'll ever need. We've included the best way to stitch, alter, put in linings, seam and hem, so you can make your favourite bespoke outfits to suit your unique style.Old edition 9781409384632

Everything you need to know to sew your own clothes and home furnishings.Demystify your sewing machine and get to grips with essential techniques with The Sewing Book. This bestselling guide covers over 300 techniques with illustrated step-by-step sequences, showing you how to create everything from seams and hems to darts, gathers, and collars.Discover how to read a pattern and adapt designs to suit your measurements, get to grips with tools and materials, and find the best fabrics to suit whatever you want to make.Complete with ten homeware and clothing projects to help you put your new-found skills to the test, The Sewing Book shows you everything you need to know, stitch by stitch.

"With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering and finishing, this is the only book you will need to create and alter a tailored garment. Alison Smith MBE is one of the world's leading tailoring experts, and, in her new book, she reveals trade secrets and all the practical know-how necessary to master this heritage craft"--

In Jewel's world, vampires walk side by side with humans. They are hidden in the shadows but never completely gone from society. Many vampires worry about what would happen if their existence were to be broadcast to the human world. Would humanity accept them or declare them monsters? While some have renounced killing humans, others still delight in it. For the powerful and devious vampire matriarch, Monique, this is the way it should be. She believes vampires are the superior species. The vampire Anton, in contrast, detests Monique's despicable actions. He valiantly saves Monique's two daughters, Sable and Jewel, from their mother's clutches. While Sable grows up among the vampires, Jewel is adopted out into a human family. Despite Anton's best efforts, Jewel's true half-vampire nature can't be hidden. She has immense magical powers, which she begins to discover with her friend Diana, who is also the high priestess of her coven. Those powers make Jewel a threat to her mother's supremacy. Jewel and Anton will form a surprising bond as they fight Monique and try to end her evil schemes once and for all. To stand up to her mother, Jewel will have to embrace her true destiny.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

Spiritual Crossover is designed to cover the Paranormal, Metaphysical, and the space in-between where they come together and become one in the same. By reading this you will find out about everything from Psychics, Mediums, Paranormal Investigators, and the different types of communication each attempts to have with those in the spirit world. The authors also dive into various "haunted locations" and "haunted objects" they have encountered in their travels and so much more!

With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering and finishing, this is the only book you will need to create and alter a tailored garment.Alison Smith MBE is one of the world's leading tailoring experts, and, in her new book, she reveals trade secrets and all the practical know-how necessary to master this heritage craft. The Tailoring Book is the latest title in Smith's best-selling sewing series and covers everything from choosing patterns and fabrics, to fitting and construction, including techniques that can be applied to both womens- and menswear.Discover everything you need to know to tailor garments - from selecting the right tools, to creating a toile, and picking the perfect hand stitch. Through 10 detailed garment projects, including shirts, jackets, coats, and trousers, you'll master the essential techniques of tailoring, with detailed step-by-step instructions and downloadable patterns that guide you through every part of the process.Whether you want to alter a vintage jacket or create a full tailored suit, this comprehensive reference guide has everything you need to produce elegant, bespoke garments that can last a lifetime.

What happened in the world of Ancient Greece?Discover what the Minotaur was really like.What happened to Echo and Narcissus?Who was better at weaving, Athena or Arachne?What was in Pandora's box?What happened to Medusa?What were the Gods of Ancient Greece really like?

Traditional Fairy tales with a twist. Told in rhyme find out the answers to these puzzling questions.Who became rich thanks to Jim the ferret?What really happened to Rapunzel?Did the Beast ever marry Beauty?Will Rumpelstiltskin ever reform?Why are the Twelve Dancing Princesses in a boarding school?Did Princess Patricia marry her frog prince?

How did the sword end up in the stone?What did the lady of the lake do for a living?Was Merlin right about dragons?What really happened to Elaine of Astolat?And are silken hose really the latest thing in Camelot?Discover all the answers within Arthurian Anecdotes, Tales of King Arthur and his knights as they may have been.

Dogs are indeed man's best friend, and most people who've ever shared their home with one agree: Life is simply better-and more fun-with a canine companion. 650 founder and editor Edward McCann collected this diverse group of dog stories from a variety of dog-loving writers who first presented these pieces aloud for a live audience.

In one of the most highly acclaimed debuts of recent years, this chronicle of a family haunted by the memory of a lost child provides insight into the emotional life of the American family, the power of sibling love and loyalty, and the excruciating joy of first forbidden love.

El único libro que necesitarás para aprender y dominar todas las técnicas para coser a mano y a máquina.El libro de la costura expone paso a paso y con gran riqueza de detalles y fotografías todas las técnicas: pinzas, lorzas, pliegues, dobladillos, bolsillos, ojales, cremalleras y muchas más.Las fotografías de las herramientas muestran el mejor equipo para cada labor y garantizan que sabrás exactamente cómo usarlas. 25 proyectos acompañados de patrones te permitirán aplicar tus conocimientos de costura para elaborar prendas de vestir y ropa para el hogar.Un libro de referencia ideal para personas que desean comenzar, personas que desean expandir su repertorio de técnicas y profesores.

A guide to using the metaphorical language of a "stuck" situation to discover the solution

Agnes Varda, one of the major French film-makers of the last 40 years, is here celebrated by Alison Smith, by examining both the early films and the later successes, such as "Sans toit ni loi" (1985), "Jane B. par Agnes V." (1987) and "Jacquot de Nantes" (1991).

This guide is ideal for use in the classroom or as revision, providing insight into characters, themes and contexts, together with activities designed to prompt a closer analysis of the writer's language and techniques. UK schools save 40% off the RRP! Discount will be automatically applied when you order on your school account.

This guide is ideal for use in the classroom or as revision, providing insight into characters, themes and contexts, together with activities designed to prompt a closer analysis of the writer's language and techniques. UK schools save 40% off the RRP! Discount will be automatically applied when you order on your school account.

In Heme, Chlorophyll, and Bilins: Methods and Protocols, an interdisciplinary panel of hands-on investigators describe in detail how to work successfully with chlorophyll, heme, and bilins in biological, medical, chemical, and biochemical research.

A new look at the debates which shook the world of French cinema in the aftermath of May 1968, and throughout the 1970s -- .