I Can Sew

Book excerpt: A great teaching tool for young sewers, this book features easy-to-understand instructions and clear, step-by-step illustrations that will guide novice sewers through techniques such as straight stitches, pivot and turn, elastic casings, sewing around curves, hemming, and much more. Each lesson builds upon the skills learned in the previous lesson, and the projects include a pony tail scrunchy, a digital music player carrier, a drawstring backpack, a secret pocket pillow, and an apron. The simple, contemporary designs will ensure success for the beginner sewer and help instill a lifelong passion for the craft.