{"product_id":"americas-sewing-book-sandra-ley","title":"America's Sewing Book * Sandra Ley","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eA comprehensive, vintage reference guide to home sewing. It covers fundamental garment construction, pattern alterations, and clothing repair, alongside practical techniques for home decorating projects like making slipcovers and draperies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eThe book is an extensive, 416-page volume designed for both beginners and experienced sewists. It is heavily illustrated with over 400 diagrams to help clarify step-by-step techniques. Key topics featured inside include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eGarment Construction: Basics of cutting, fitting, and assembling clothing from patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eHome Furnishings: Practical instructions for sewing custom curtains, drapes, and slipcovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eTextiles and Tools: Guidance on choosing the right fabrics, needles, threads, and sewing machine operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eMending \u0026amp; Tailoring: Tips and techniques for altering, repairing, and upgrading existing wardrobes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eBecause this book was published in the 1970s, it serves as an excellent resource for learning classic dressmaking methods and retro design aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eIllustrations by Olga Ley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst published 1972 by Charles Scribner's Sons. Second printing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chantal Toporow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49918981308659,"sku":"202607140003TZT","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/5722\/7507\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_83233e31-4462-4734-aa4f-86529b7ddfdb.jpg?v=1784065074","url":"https:\/\/purpleslothmedia.com\/products\/americas-sewing-book-sandra-ley","provider":"Purple Sloth Media","version":"1.0","type":"link"}