Carol laflin ahles explains how to sew a narrow hem, how to guide the fabric, and how to overcome common lefthanded feeding problems. And finally, fine machine sewing by carol ahles is a wonderful volume, to which i often refer when perplexed by pintucking, binding, narrow hems and the like. Fine machine sewing by carol ahles, 9781561584871, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The color pictures are beautiful and inspirational. See more ideas about sewing hacks, new crafts and sewing techniques. Get fine machine sewing rev e by carol laflin ahles ebook. Highsmithknown as a suspense writer based on her psychological thriller strangers on a trainused an alias because she did not want to be tagged as a lesbianbook writer, and because of the use of her own life references for. Tips for working with lace by carol ahles classic sewing magazine. Although lace is beautiful it can be a pain to work with, so we are sharing a few tips to use on your next project. Fine machine sewing revised edition ebook by carol ahles. Which is what i did, after referring to carol ahles excellent book, fine machine sewing. This issue is filled with a magnificent selection of patterns and ideas for your autumn sewing enjoyment. Log in or sign up for facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Feb 09, 2002 fine machine sewing revised edition book.
Its a wonderful resource and an unexpected find, for me, at the libarary. Fine machine sewing easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing by ahles, carol isbn. Read online fine machine sewing rev e by carol laflin ahles ebook product description this beautiful reference book makes advanced finishing styles accessible to all levels of sewers. A touch of lace can take an average garment to stunning. Sewing techniques couture mastering the narrow hemmer foot carol laflin ahles explains how to sew a narrow hem, how to guide the fabric, and how to. She is known for her bestselling book fine machine sewing and. This procedure is neither for the rushed nor the faint of heart. Carol ahles hand finishing is the mark of a quality garment, but now sewers can get wonderful results with their sewing machines too. Apr 12, 2008 carol ahles fine machine sewing it looks like its all about fussy sewing youll never do, but its actually about using your machine for precise sewing. We buy back sewing books of all descriptions and types, meaning you will always find books that will assist you in learning about this skill. Mar 11, 2010 the complete book of sewing by constance talbot. This book is for all sewing enthusiasts who appreciate fine workmanship.
Carol lynn ahles port huron carol lynn ahles, age 64, of port huron, formerly of st. Well, as kay has pointed out, its really about how to do the best job using the machine you have. Carol ahles carol is a lifelong sewer and former fabric store owner and machine dealer. The book is an excellent reference and should not be considered as having value only to those interested in heirloom sewing. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. This book shows all the tips and tricks to sewing with wing and twin needles and using all those wonderful stitches on our machines. By carol ahles, a touch of lace can take an average garment to stunning. Tips for working with lace by carol ahles classic sewing. Although lace is beautiful it can be a pain to work with. Easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing 2nd revised edition by ahles, carol isbn.
Fine machine sewing easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing by ahles, carol. Will include dust jacket if it originally came with one. Take a moment when you finish here to explore their websites and learn more about about these sewing stars. I love it for the illustrations as much as the timetested techniques. Our jacket made from a sweatshirt is a very innovative, easytosew project. This beautiful reference book makes advanced finishing styles acce.
Join facebook to connect with carol ahles and others you may know. Fine machine sewing revised edition easy ways to get the. Carol laflin ahles is a contributor for taunton press titles including fine machine sewing. Each month they select members to receive a prize and their august prize was their popular fine. Sep 19, 2012 i was one of five august lucky threads insiders. See all books authored by carol laflin ahles, including fine machine sewing. Easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing. A comprehensive guide to creating and adding details that look handsewn with the ease of the sewing machine. A more recent favorite is fine machine sewing by carol ahles, a howto for perfect machine stitching for construction and decoration. Shes shown thousands of students worldwide how to teach their sewing machines new tricks. Sewers who have ever longed to create clothing with the distinctive look of haute couture will love this book.
Corselette inside a dress from claire shaeffers book couture sewing. Carol ahles, an experienced machinesewing seminar leader and teacher, gives you her proven howto approach to master classic stitching, embellishing and finishing techniques on the machine. Oct 19, 2009 the book is an excellent reference and should not be considered as having value only to those interested in heirloom sewing. Easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing ahles, carol laflin on. Author of carol ahles answers, a column in creative needle. Carol ahles, an experienced machine sewing seminar leader and teacher, gives you her proven howto approach to master classic stitching, embellishing and finishing techniques on the machine. Carol ahles do you love the look of hemstitching, fagoting, and pintucking. Author of operator manuals for various sewing machines, including with jackie dodson know your elna, chilton book co. The books tools section starts with your simplest, basic toolkit, moving onto items that you may end up needing later. Easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing apr 1, 2001. Carol ahles obituary east china, mi the times herald. Master classic stitching, embellishing, and finishing techniques. Fine machine sewing by carol ahles, revised edition posted on.
Sewing books good ones for beginners yahoo answers. Spray starch on each piece to be sure it stays flat. Carol ahles has done a wonderful job of making the reader comfortable with the practical use of many of the decorative stitches on todays newer sewing machines. Fine machine sewing available for download and read online in other formats. Hundreds of color photos and illustrations demonstrate tools, techniques, and tips, as well as completed garments. Carol is known for her many years of contributing to threads and creative needle magazines and her bestselling book, fine machine sewing. First, i pressed under the seam allowance on the contrast band.
Making an oldfashioned patchwork sampler quilt on the sewing machine. Easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing by carol laflin ahles 20020209 carol laflin ahles on. Here are some amazing sewing stars who are also big fans of schmetz needles. Fine machine sewing by carol ahles, revised edition posted on 09192012. Before i came to threads, i avoided that book because i assumed that it was about fussy, heirloom sewing, which i never planned to do. Carol laflin ahles books list of books by author carol. Fine machine sewing revised edition book by carol laflin. The title of this book is fine machine sewing revised edition and it was written by carol ahles fine heirloom tools, carol laflin ahles. She has taught thousands of students in north america and australia how to use any sewing machine to its fullest potential. Published in 1943, this is the oldest sewing book i own. Easy ways to get look of hand finishing and em by carol laflin ahles mint condition.
Tips for sewing decorative seams on the right side. Carol has worked on numerous transmission line, gas line, and highway projects in wisconsin, michigan, and minnesota. But there is a bunch of decorative stitching that you can do on a regular old sewing machine that doesnt have much in the way of fancy stitches. Pdf fine machine sewing download full pdf book download.
I have the vogue sewing book thats in the photo you posted, from the seventies, and i love it. Theyll learn the finer points of hand sewing, shaping, and finishing for a highend, professional look. For those of you who are interested, this is how i did it. Carol ahles carol is a lifelong sewer and former fabric store owner and. She is a lifelong sewer and former fabric store owner and sewing machine dealer. Fifty great gadgets you cant live without, taunton press newtown, ct, 2000. Shes got the best information on narrow hemmers ive ever found, and some great ways of doing blind hems. This book, though it looks like its about very fussy stuff, has the best beginning chapters on how to get the best stitching from your machine, and how needle, thread, fabric, and tension work. It is the modernday equivilant to some of the singer books that showed you how to use the 20199 attachments. The home decorating sewing book by musheno, elizabeth j.
Each month they select members to receive a prize and their august prize was their popular fine machine sewing book. Carol can make the rustiest old hulk of a sewing machine sit up and do tricks, i do believe. Mastering the narrow hemmer, part three basic and advanced techniques carol laflin ahles writes and sews in houston, texas. Fine machine sewing by carol ahles as stated in the introduction, this book is for all sewers who want highquality machine stitching, finishing, and embellishing without headaches, whatever their level of expertise. This reference can be used by sewers of all skill levels for mastering classic finishing and embellishing techniques and for learning how to get the most out of any machine. Fine machine sewing is the first comprehensive guide to producing details that look handsewn with the ease of the sewing machine. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. This is the fitting book i recommend to anyone who asks. I have acquired well over 100 books on hand and machine embroidery and sewing so picking a favorite is. Sewing techniques couture mastering the narrow hemmer foot carol laflin ahles explains how to sew. Fine machine sewing revised edition easy ways to get the look. Easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing, and more on.
Let dry flat and touch up press, medium heat, if needed. Fine machine sewing 2e by carol laflin ahles goodreads. In her free time, carol enjoys spending time with her family and fishing the lakes of northern minnesota and wisconsin. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Girls sundress, girls puff sleeve dress both in size 26 and girls pinafore size 18 and 24 mo.
Fine machine sewing is the first comprehensive guide to producing details that look handsewn. Buy crafts hobbies sewing books online, 2016 discounts sales. Crafty little things to sew caroline fairbankscritchfield. Fine machine sewing completely revised and updated by carol ahles. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Carol is a licensed real estate agent and notary in wisconsin. Close on its heels is constance talbots complete book of sewing also 1943. Easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and em. How does the revised edition of fine machine sewing2001 differ from the original version 1996. Looking for a book that will give you easy ways to get the look of hand finishing and embellishing, this is the book for you. Hundreds of color photos and illustrations demonstrate tools. Ahles covers such basic topics as fabric preparation, thread, needles, presser feet, stabilizers and tension, among others. This beautiful reference book makes advanced finishing styles accessible to all levels of sewers. Follow carol ahles and explore their bibliography from s carol ahles author page.
Plus, explore the world of antique garments with a special article by martha pullen and visit with carol ahles, a creative visionary in the sewing industry. The sewing book has every technique and tool you will need for creating your own clothing or home furnishings and is sharply and closely photographed, clearly explained, and carefully annotated. The price of salt later republished under the title carol is a 1952 romance novel by patricia highsmith, first published under the pseudonym claire morgan. Buy fine machine sewing by carol ahles from waterstones today. Starting in 2017, carol will be contributing to classic sewing magazine. Carol is a lifelong sewer and former fabric store owner and machine dealer. Carol ahles fine machine sewing it looks like its all about fussy sewing youll never do, but its actually about using your machine for precise sewing. With this comprehensive guide, they can learn how to work with a machine to. Buy a cheap copy of fine machine sewing revised edition book by carol laflin ahles.
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