Bøger af Jan Saunders Maresh

Learning how to sew and how to choose the tools and supplies to begin sewing can be confusing, but Sewing For Dummies, 3rd Edition guides readers through the process. This book provides 25% new and revised content including updated projects, more step-by-step illustrations, a refreshed colour insert and additional how-to graphics.

Learn the basic skills and techniques you need for successful hand and machine sewing Over the past ten years, interest in sewing has grown. If want to learn how to sew or to improve your skills, Sewing For Dummies is the book you need to get started. This complete guide to sewing basics teaches you basic hand stitches and sewing machine operation, with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step illustrations. You'll work your way forward to develop the skills to create or repair clothing and furnishings that fit your personal style, your measurements, and your aesthetic. Find great patterns in stores and online, give thrift store finds new life, and learn about cool new fabrics and sewing trends. You'll also get an overview of common sewing mistakes and how to avoid them, so you can take up this relaxing, creative hobby with confidence. A full-color insert brings the text to life. Enjoy the feeling of accomplishment you'll get when you use your new skills to create wonderful handmade pieces. Learn hand and machine sewing skills, starting with the basics and working your way up Choose the right sewing machine for your needs and follow step-by-step tutorials to master its use Makes repairs and alterations to keep your wardrobe current Learn about online sewing resources and get ideas for finding fabric and patterns This Dummies guide will help anyone who wants to learn basic sewing skills or brush up on what they already know. Sew a button back on your jacket, make pillowcases from an old dress, alter that great vintage dress to fit like a glove, and complete any other sewing projects you can dream up.

Are you suffering from the Terrible 2's ... you know -- too much to do, too little time, and too few clients? Then learn the fastest, easiest and cheapest way to market your products and services by giving a group talk that actually converts. If you've given a talk and bombed, read this book. If you've given a talk and been scared do death to speak in front of a group, read this book. If you want a sales process that will put you in front of potential clients that are pre-sold and want what you off, read this book. This quick read shares how the author sold $1million worth of a $20 product in 18 months -- without any selling or speaking experience. And the cool thing is that anyone can do this just by following this process.

Nähen will gelernt sein und das geht am besten mit Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen. Die Autorin Janice Maresh weiht Sie in die Grundlagen des Nähens und Schneiderns ein, zeigt Ihnen, welches Handwerkszeug Sie benötigen, und erklärt Ihnen, wie Sie Schnittmuster lesen. Sie werden sehen, wie einfach es ist, modische Stücke ganz nach Ihrem eigenen Geschmack zu nähen. Fortgeschrittene finden nicht nur Tipps und Tricks, wie sie Taschen, Ärmel & Co. passend gestalten, sie erhalten auch Anregungen für stilvolle Dekoprojekte. Außerdem erfahren Sie, wie Sie ihre Kleidung ausbessern und verschönern und wie Sie die häufigsten Fehler beim Nähen vermeiden.