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Have you come across a sewing term you don’t understand or a technique that’s new to you? Simply look it up alphabetically! This book is organized alphabetically, which makes it quick and easy to find the answer to your sewing question.

For each term, I’ve explained what it is, when you might use it and how to apply it to your sewing projects. Each tutorial is clearly photographed so it’s easy to follow. I’ve used contrast thread in many of the demonstrations, so it stands out and you can see what’s happening, even though you may want to use matching thread on your projects. Whenever possible, I’ve included ideas, variations and suggestions to take your sewing to the next level.

This book’s wire-bound design allows it to open flat and stay open, so you can keep it at your sewing machine or on your workstation. It’s easy to look up terms as you sew, or you can keep the book open beside you as you work through some of the more challenging techniques.

Whenever a tutorial or definition mentions another sewing term, the page number is provided for easy cross-referencing. There’s also an index at the back, so you’ll have many ways to find the info you need. From A to Z, I have you covered!

If you’re brand new to sewing, flip through the book and stop when you see a term that’s familiar but you aren’t sure how it applies to sewing. Do you have sewing patterns ready for your first couple of projects? Read through the pattern instructions and highlight any new terms to look up in Sewtionary. Or simply read through the book from start to finish. No matter what stage you’re at on your sewing journey, I’m certain these pages will teach you many new things.

Happy sewing!