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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[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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