Learning how to sew has never been simpler Like having a personal instructor at your side this beginners guide teaches you to sew stitches both by hand and with a machine. Filled with detailed descriptions of materials and tools the easy stepbystep instructions for all the basic sewing techniques will have you creating projects like aprons pillows and even pants and shorts in no time. These simple projects will introduce essential sewing skills like hems seams balancing tension and how to use