In the Sew with Confidence book, Nancy Zieman gives you the knowledge and confidence to take on a sewing project. Nancy focuses on the basics of sewing, including buying a sewing machine, tools, selecting patterns, fabrics, basic techniques, and finishing touches. In the 60 minute DVD, Nancy demonstrates techniques for gathering, making darts, installing zippers, and much more.

More details from our Sewing Advisors: •The Sew with Confidence book is a comprehensive reference for beginners to experienced seamstresses. It provides instructions for a variety of beginner level projects including curtains, pillows, pajama pants and matching tote, and gift bags. ◦It teaches you to: ◦ Choose the sewing machine that's right for you.

◦Stock your sewing room with tools and supplies
◦Select the perfect pattern and fabric for projects
◦Layout and cutout a pattern
◦Perform basic techniques like seaming, adding zippers, making casings, forming wrapped corners, and more
◦Add finishing touches such as buttons, buttonholes, pockets, and hems

◦Clear step-by-step directions with lots of illustrations ensure your success
◦ Full color; soft cover; 144 page book
◦Sew with Confidence DVD: ◦60 minutes
◦ Showcases timesaving techniques for basic sewing skills
◦Nancy illustrates how to sew smooth, super straight darts, how to gather fabric by zigzagging over double strands of thread and how to complete carefree facings
◦Gain confidence in shaping pockets, sewing collars, and inserting sleeves
◦Master zipper insertion and learn a new approach to adding a sewn-in waistband
◦Instructions for inserting an invisible zipper that ends up truly invisible
Closed Captioned for the hearing impaired.