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  <title><![CDATA[Bend-the-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew]]></title>
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  <default-description>Author Amy Karol, whose Angry Chicken is one of the best-loved craft blogs on the Web, brings stitchers everywhere a down-to-earth introduction to sewing, including thirty projects so adorable and cool they&amp;#8217;ll inspire anyone to pick up a needle and thread. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Written with Amy&amp;#8217;s characteristic warmth and flair, you&amp;#8217;ll find information on basic equipment and supplies, advice on choosing and using fabrics, and a fantastic section on techniques. In addition, Amy walks readers through easy, inspiring patterns designed for the fashion-savvy crafter. Playful, modern projects, which include pillows, aprons, and purses, help novices master sewing skills while providing immediate sewing gratification&amp;#8212;and confidence. Best of all, Amy explains what&amp;#8217;s easy, what&amp;#8217;s hard, and when not to sweat the small stuff.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;With its best-friend tone, solid reference section, and supercute projects, this is the introduction to sewing that you won&amp;#8217;t want to be without.</default-description>
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  <original-publication-year type="integer">2007</original-publication-year>
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    <body><![CDATA[A wonderful resource for those that have just discovered the joy of sewing. It's filled with simple projects for beginners, and takes the pressure off following strict directions.]]></body>
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  <read_at>Mon Oct 08 09:35:06 -0700 2007</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[I've checked this book out from the library about 4 times thinking it's either Amy Butler's In Stitches or Lotta Jansdotter's Simple Sewing both of which have projects more geared toward someone like myself:  Happily childfree.  Pretty pictures, though, and some beautiful fabric options.]]></body>
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  <read_at>Sat Sep 01 00:00:00 -0700 2007</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[Fun ideas for beginning-to-intermediate sewers (seamstresses?). Some of the instructions were a little lacking--I had to figure out a few missing steps on my own--but I liked the variety of projects included. ]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[I've yet to complete a project from the book, I bought the book for the kids hat pattern specifically. It is a well done book, the projects would be great for an actual novice. ]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[This is the first book I got when I bought my new sewing machine.  I've done a few projects out of it (bib and soft turtle buddy).  The pictures and ideas are great.  Instructions are simple and easy for a return sewer.  There are lots of helpful information at the beginning like supplies (with desc...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/65854215">more...</a>]]></body>
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  <read_at>Fri May 01 00:00:00 -0700 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[Lots of basic sewing tips (yes, even I learned something from them and I don't normally peruse those parts of the sewing books) and projects.  Cute pillows, placemats, bags, aprons and yes, blankets.  Once again I am hampered by my lack-of-time problem.<br/><br/><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/551890.Bend_the_Rules_Sewing_The_Essential_Guide_to_a_Whole_New_Way_to_Sew" title="Bend-the-Rules Sewing  The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew by Amy Karol">Bend-the-rules Sewing</a><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/56649891">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[So far, I've made the bibs, the charming handbag, the pleated beauty handbag, and the no-cash wallet.... and they've all been relatively easy and fun to do. Amy Karol has written this in a generally clear way (although the hand-drawn diagrams could sometimes be clearer) and the projects are fun to d...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/27683265">more...</a>]]></body>
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  <read_at>Mon Oct 26 00:00:00 -0700 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[This is a good sewing primer. It describes a few sewing techniques and starter tips. The book is fun and has a few small projects that can be sewn up quickly. However, those who <em>absolutely</em> need exact measurements and patterns will not like this book. Since sewing is a lot of trial and error anyway, ...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/75838760">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[Meh.  I wasn't super impressed by the techniques or the patterns included, though I'm about to start sewing some of the cute little headbands...I guess I had really high expectations for Amy since I love her blog.  I'd skip buying the book, rent if from the library, or better yet, just go to her Ang...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/67840758">more...</a>]]></body>
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  <read_at>Sat Feb 07 00:00:00 -0800 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[I'd heard lots of great things about this book, and now that I've tried one project, I understand why. Amy Karol really knows what she is doing, she really cares about teaching others, and she's really good at it. Miles away from the average dry/boring/tedious sewing book. Get it!]]></body>
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    <review id="76679578">
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  <read_at>Wed Nov 04 00:00:00 -0800 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[High hopes for this book as well, that kinda let me down. The projects are a bit more &quot;homegrown&quot; for my tastes, and while cute, are not things I'd ever use. One girl from my sewing class made the purse on the front in a silver evening gown material that turned out really cute.]]></body>
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  <read_at>Sat May 30 00:00:00 -0700 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[Another great sewing book, this one focusing on accessories (and a couple of pieces of kids' clothing) for those who aren't interesting in sewing clothes just yet. Karol goes over some basics of sewing and fabric, and then jumps into her patterns. They include the clutch shown on the cover, some gre...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/54371038">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[A nice little book.  I got a couple of good tips that I will use in the future. Overall there wasn't much that I haven't seen or done already, but  the baby smock pattern is sweet and fast.  An easy walk through on how to make bias tape two ways was good.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[I recently discovered the new book, Bend-the-Rules Sewing, by Amy Karol. I am most definitely a &quot;bend-the-rules&quot; kind of gal when it comes to crafting. If there's a shortcut that won't ruin the integrity of my work then I'll take it!<br/><br/>If the name Amy Karol sounds familiar, it's p...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/26129109">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <review id="38476528">
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    <body><![CDATA[This book is a great book if you're a beginning sewer.  It has fun, cute projects with instructions that are mostly easy to understand.  Some of the projects are not to my taste, but I am glad I have this book in my sewing library.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[I changed my review of this book after trying a few of the projects.  The book is full of lovely photographs &amp; cute fabrics &amp; is written in a fun way.  There are some great tips for a beginner (including not using vintage sheets for fabric, as they are fabric blends that will not press well).  Howev...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/11434852">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[Cute projects and patterns. I've already made the headbands, baby quilt, and strip quilt. The instructions could be a BIT more clear, but I guess the idea behind it is that you learn as you go...which I did!]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[Great for beginners, easy but cute projects. As the title suggests this book helps you know when you can bend the rules and when you should stick to them in sewing. I love this authors blog as well.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[In recovering from art school, I'm wanted to learn some sewing basics and this is a good book for it.  Do-able,sometimes overly simple, projects and brief good 'nough directions.]]></body>
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