The sewing stitch and textile bible : an illustrated guide to techniques and materials

Name/Title

The sewing stitch and textile bible : an illustrated guide to techniques and materials

Entry/Object ID

TT705.K55

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Michele Wang

Notes

Gift of Michele Wang, July 2019.

Lexicon

Search Terms

michele wang, stitches (sewing), textile fabrics

Legacy Lexicon

Category

Book

Book Details

Author

Lorna Knight

Publisher

Krause

Date Published

2007

Call No.

TT705.K55

ISBN

896895270, 9780896895270

LCCN

2007923817

Notes

Length: 256

General Notes

Note Type

Contents

Note

Tools and equipment : pins and needles, sewing machines and sergers/overlockers, machine feet and attachments, tip and hints, thread -- Stitch directory : hand stitches, machine stitches, serger/overlocking stitches, decorative stitches -- Techniques and applications : seams, hems, edges, fastenings, buttons, buttonholes, zippers -- Textile directory : lightweight, mediumweight, heavyweight, stretch, and special occasion fabrics ; fabrics with special properties ; leather, suede and their faux alternatives -- Fabric preparation ; laundry care.