Fabrics A to Z: The Essential Guide to Choosing and Using Fabric for Sewing

Fabrics A to Z: The Essential Guide to Choosing and Using Fabric for Sewing

<I>Fabrics A to Z </I>is the essential guide for sewists and fabric enthusiasts of all levels. This thorough resource explains the unique characteristics, strengths, and limitations of more than 100 fabrics in easy-to-understand terms, so any sewist can enter a fabric shop with confidence. From dotted swiss to silk charmeuse to faux fur, each entry includes a close-up photo of the fabric as well as an overview of its characteristics, ideal uses, and special considerations when sewing. As a bonus, the book concludes with a section on the best tools and notions to use when working with particular fibers, as well as tips on how to read patterns. The small size and flexibind format of <I>Fabrics A to Z </I>make it perfect for tossing into a bag when headed to the fabric store.</P>