The New Complete Guide to Sewing is an ideal book for sewers everywhere—whatever their level of skill. First published in 1978, its extraordinary success is largely due to its comprehensive step-by-step instructions, which clearly explain the techniques of sewing and tailoring. This updated edition builds on the traditions of the classic best-seller by featuring thousands of colorful illustrations, diagrams, and photographs that demonstrate exactly what to do at each stage of the sewing process. A veritable encyclopedia of sewing, this valuable guide includes detailed directions, practical advice, work-saving tips, essential techniques, and hundreds of unique creative touches to bring out the best in needlework.