Do you lack confidence in your sewing ability?
Do you
sometimes get stuck on a sewing technique?
Do
you wish you had fast visual access to sewing techniques?
With our set of
5 DVDs you will gain confidence and be sewing like a
professional in no time.
Are you hesitant
to tackle some sewing tasks because they seem to be so
complicated?
You can have an 'at hand'
reference library of sewing techniques that you can
watch, as and when you need them.
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This is
a valuable resource for every sewer.
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Tasks that seem daunting can be viewed over and
over again.
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The DVD set
contains over 60 essential and frequently used
sewing
techniques along with 6 fundamental
sewing lessons.
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Every one of these tried and tested techniques are demonstrated from
start to
finish.
- Over 11 hours of step by step instructions with
clearly filmed close ups.
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An
easy to use menu providing instant access to
each sewing
technique...something the busy sewer
will appreciate.
For all the
information and teaching packed into this DVD set,
at this price it's amazing.
Each technique costs less than $2. And so many
techniques that you are likely to use in a garment all in one DVD
set.
Professionally
produced. We are the sole distributor of this unique set
world wide.
You will receive a set of 5 DVD's in a special DVD
Library case for easy reference.
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Disk One: 6 Sewing Lessons
Disk Two:
Contains 11 techniques in an organised menu.
Buttonholes
(20:44 mins)
Collars
- Flat
Collar (18:35 mins)
- Shawl
Collar (13:31 mins)
- Shirt
Collar with collar stand (19:26 mins)
- Shirt
Collar with stand cut in one (21:22 mins)
- Stand
Up Collar (20:14 mins)
Cuffs
- Long
Sleeve (10:19 mins)
- Mock
Fold Up (5:32 mins)
Darts
- Plain
Darts (7:33 mins)
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Contoured Darts (7:01 mins)
- Curved
Darts (3:06 mins)
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Disk Three: Contains the next
19 techniques in an organised menu.
Facings
- Bias
Bindings (12:01 mins)
- Centre
Front Slit (9:04 mins)
- Front
Blouse (7:28 mins)
- Sleeve
with ‘V’ (7:42mins)
- Square
Neck (10:10 mins)
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Understitching (3:43 mins)
Finishing Raw
Edges
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Overlocking (4:29 mins)
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Pinking Shears (3:06 mins)
- Zig
Zagging (4:29 mins)
Gathering and
Easing
- Easing
(7:26 mins)
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Gathered Skirt (12:05 mins)
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Gathered Sleeve (6:49 mins)
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Gathering Tulle & heavy fabric (6:49 mins)
Hems
- Narrow
Curved (7:26 mins)
- Narrow
Machined (8:26 mins)
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Machine Hemming (3:08 mins)
Mitred Corners
(11:36 mins)
Plackets - Front Blouse (14:10 mins)
Pleats (6:46 mins)
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Disk Four:
contains the next 18
techniques in an organised menu.
Pockets
- Jeans
Pocket (7:49 mins)
- Lined
Patch Pocket (with flap) (21:40 mins)
- Side
Seam Pocket (10:51 mins)
- Side
Slant Pocket (10:59 mins)
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Unlined Patch (8:57 mins)
Seams
- Flat
Felled Seam (4:15 mins)
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Concave / Convex (3:50 mins)
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Princess Seam (5:28 mins)
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Straight Seam (2:32 mins)
Sleeves
- Kimono
Sleeve (4:53 mins)
- Raglan
Sleeve (2:57 mins)
- Set in
Sleeve (8:05 mins)
Sleeve Openings
-
Continuous Lap (10:17 mins)
- Dart
Placket (5:00 mins)
- In
Seam Placket (4:56 mins)
- Pleat
Placket (4:15 mins)
Slits
-
Covered Slit (7:06 mins)
- Open
Slit (6:54 mins)
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Disk Five:
contains the final 14 techniques in an organised menu.
Stitching By
Hand
- Slip
Stitch (4:41 mins)
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Tacking / Basting (3:17 mins)
Stitching By
Machine
- Stay
Stitching (3:22 mins)
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Stretch Stitching (1:54 mins)
- Top
Stitching (4:21 mins)
Yokes
- Shirt
Yoke (6:35 mins)
- Skirt
Yoke (7:58 mins)
Waistbands
- Added
(10:06 mins)
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Encased (5:51 mins)
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Straight (13:27 mins)
Zips
- Lapped
(16:50 mins)
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Invisible Zip with Facing (18:02 mins)
- Ladies
Fly Zip with Crutch Seam (13:30 mins)
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TESTIMONIALS
"I was given the
DVD’s as a gift and they are the best thing since sliced bread,
I have been sewing for quite a long time but know that there is
always new and better ways of doing things and these DVD’s will show
and teach you the finer points in sewing and they are very easy to
follow and understand even my 6yr old could follow it, so if you
want to produce proper Haute Couture garments I would recommend
investing in these tutorial DVD’s unless you are happy producing
substandard clothes that you know you are never happy with. I know I
will be investing in the future DVD’s that’s for sure as I believe
you can teach an old dog new tricks."
T Weir, Nelson, NZ - 2010
"I have watched your DVD's from beginning to end and
whilst I have sewn for many years I found your lessons
informative and visually very clear, I enjoyed watching
them. I would certainly be interested in more advanced
sewing skills DVD."
G Wright, WA - 2010
"I have spent a
little time Viewing your Essential Sewing Skills DVD set and as I
thought, even though I've been sewing a good number of years, I've
found a lot of different, and I might add, easier ways to do
things."
N Jackson - 2010
"Dressmaking has changed over the years and one tends to loose
confidence at ones ability but when I look at the tops and skirts
available in shops and some of the horrific prices for them, I know
I can make myself a skirt or two at half the cost and with the DVDs
on hand I can replay certain sections just to check that I’m on the
right track. I have this weekend unpicked one of my recent creations
and corrected the way the elastic is put into the waistband,
something I wouldn’t have done if I hadn’t viewed the DVD’s. You
have restored my confidence in sewing".
R Roberts, Waikanae, NZ -
2010
"...the DVDs are absolutely fabulous, couldn't wish for more
informative and demonstrated techniques about sewing on all 5 DVDs.
They are conscientiously and painstakingly done with a lot of
patience aimed for the viewer; the camera close-ups are crystal
clear as well. The whole production and professionalism too in which
the DVDs have been done, is excellent and more!! So much so, I would
highly recommend them to anybody learning to sew, or even as a
refresher course for one who hasn't sewn for some years and would
like to get back into it again".
K Nichols, NSW - 2010
"I have thoroughly enjoyed the DVDs. when I received
them my husband sat down and watched the first few
instructions on the first DVD and he said after watching
and I quote, "She makes a lot of sense and it makes it
easy to follow", I have always had trouble with sewing
as I read instructions but sometimes find it hard to
understand them. Watching the videos has made it easy
and the fact that I can go to a particular demo when I
am sewing has been great."
K Maher, WA -
2010
"I've been sewing this and that over the past 30 - 40 years - all
self taught or following instructions in the patterns. All this was
fraught with anxiety and the projects took at least 3 times as long
as they should have because, of course, THEY know what they're
talking about but not me. So, to actually see how something is done
is so enlightening. Even little tips like how to use pins to mark,
or how to make mitred corners....
...In my mind this has been one of my better investments because
it's going to cut down "production time", it's going to improve the
finish of my garments, and I doubt very much that I should ever end
up with another failed project. I think after only 3 or 4 garments
of better quality, this investment will already be paying
dividends."
I Hoffmann, Auckland, NZ - 2010
"I've really
enjoyed essential sewing skills i've learnt soooo much."
P Redwood, Blenheim, NZ - 2010
"Have watched them & learnt a few new tricks. I have been sewing for
40yrs & have steered away from placing zips in, but now I just might
have ago again with the help of the DVDs."
G Zealley, Vic,
Australia - 2010
..."I have
purchased your DVDs and was impressed, I believe that there is\or
going to be further DVDs. Would you be able to e-mail me a list of
what DVDs are available? I once again must say how impressed I am
with my first purchase, well done...
...If it anything like the first I believe you will be on a winner.
I have told my friends of how good the first set is."...
K
Maher, WA - 2010
..."I received your
DVD Set as a Christmas present. I love them. I'm an entirely self
taught sewer and even though I've been sewing for over 20 years I
learned so much from the DVDs. I can't wait for your advanced
set."...
M Ovenden, Yarraman, Qld - 2010
..."I must say the
customer service is outstanding."...
S Wheatley,NSW,
Australia - 2009
"I have just
received my dvd set and was riveted from the first dvd to the last. The tutors clarity
of speech was easy to understand and also she spoke at an unhurried
rate. I have learned so
much in such a short time I am amazed. I hope that this is only the
first of this great endeavour ..."
Dee Clarke, Western Australia - 2009
"Fantastic
I have a library of sewing books but this is so much easier,
click on
what I want to know and you are shown in detail ,and what is so good is that you
can watch it over and over. I have purchased extra copies for my daughters in law so that they
can now do their own sewing( so I don't have to)"
Rosanne Bright. Glenfield, NZ - 2009
"As a student of
Finishing Touches Sewing Academy for a number of years I find Marlene's
techniques for sewing easy to apply and yet giving a very professional finish. I
believe this D VD set will be an invaluable tool for anyone wanting to improve
their sewing skills."
Sherryl, NZ - 2009
"I found the DVD to be
wonderful. It is filmed from a bird’s eye view and has the feel of a one-on- one
tutorial with the teacher. For example, the fitting of cuffs (which I have
always felt lacking in confidence at) I was able to watch the DVD, pause it, sit
at my machine and attempt to put into practice what I had seen, and the beauty
of it was to be able to replay and replay until I had actually achieved a very
professional cuff! Fantastic!
This course that you have put together and now produced the DVD on,
has taken out all of the ‘scary’ parts of sewing. Through your simple
instructions and visual demonstrations the home sewer can overcome some of
the trickier techniques and allow us to let the creativity flow! Nothing is too
difficult to attempt with this set of DVDs right at our fingertips for reference
and confidence.
Many thanks"
Mary Poole, Auckland NZ - 2009
"I just
wanted to tell you how much I'm enjoying the "Essential
Sewing Skills dvd's" I am learning so much. ...they
work well on my computer laptop. I would be interested
in any new one's you have in the future."
W. Lunardi,
Ohio, USA -2010
"Congratulations
on your ‘Essential Sewing Skills DVD set’. It’s been
about ten years since I have done any dressmaking but
your DVDs have inspired me to start again, and to really
take the time to do it properly. I received the DVD set
before Christmas and have already made two jackets
applying your tips and techniques. They worked out very
well.
You demonstrate
the techniques very clearly, and in real time - you make
sewing look easy, and I feel as if I’m receiving
personal tuition - and I like the way the lessons are
indexed alphabetically according to the technique being
demonstrated. I will recommend these DVDs to my friends
and would highly recommend them to anyone who enjoys
sewing."
A Parkinson, Canberra,
Australia - 2010
"I
found this DVD set very clear with each step illustrated
and easy to follow. Even
as an experienced sewer I was able to learn something
new which I will be able to put to good use. I
cannot recommend this set highly enough and feel that it
should be in every sewer's library."
Beverley Cook , Auckland NZ
- 2009
