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    <![CDATA[Bend-the-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew]]>
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    <![CDATA[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’ll inspire anyone to pick up a needle and thread. <br/><br/>Written with Amy’s characteristic warmth and flair, you’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—and confidence. Best of all, Amy explains what’s easy, what’s hard, and when not to sweat the small stuff.<br/><br/>With its best-friend tone, solid reference section, and supercute projects, this is the introduction to sewing that you won’t want to be without.]]>
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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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