It’s Sew Hip to Sew for Yourself

LANCASTER, Pa. - Sept. 12, 2013 - PRLog -- The venerable craft of sewing is getting a makeover, as a home-sewing renaissance takes root among the young and hip. Fueled by popular reality TV shows like “Project Runway,” young women (and some men as well) are embracing sewing as a way to emphasize self-expression, individuality, and independence. And it doesn’t hurt that it saves money too! Two new books from crafting diva Choly Knight offer simple techniques and projects for first-time sewing enthusiasts.

Sew Me! Sewing Basics

Sew Me! Sewing Basics (Fox Chapel Publishing, Nov. 2013) offers friendly and easy-to-follow directions that will get readers sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. Author Choly Knight starts at the very beginning, showing how to choose a sewing machine and introducing the most basic techniques and shortcuts. From cutting patterns and sewing seams, to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing novices to learn as they sew. Simple and straightforward projects are provided for sewing fun accessories from plushies, pincushions and placemats to hand towels and hats. For more information visit http://www.foxchapelpublishing.com/product_p/do5394.htm.

Sew Me! Sewing Home Décor

With Sew Me! Sewing Home Décor (Fox Chapel Publishing, Oct. 2013) beginners learn to sew with confidence as they create home décor to match their taste and lifestyle. Decorating a dwelling has never been easier, with seven simple and straightforward projects designed to help readers learn as they sew. Novice sewists will gain confidence as they make beautiful accoutrements like covers, quilts, cubes and curtains, starting out with very easy projects and working up to more and more difficult projects as their skills increase. For more information visit http://www.foxchapelpublishing.com/product_p/do5425.htm.

New from Design Originals

Published by Design Originals, an imprint of Fox Chapel Publishing, both books are geared towards would-be sewers of all ages, who may never have touched a sewing machine or even threaded a needle before. These are perfect books for anyone who wants to get started in the craft, or just needs a quick refresher course in sewing.

About the Author

Choly Knight is from Orlando, Florida, and is the author of Sew Kawaii!, Sew Baby, and Sewing Stylish Handbags. She has been crafting for as long as she can remember, and has drawn, painted, sculpted, and stitched everything in sight. She began sewing clothing in 1997 and has yet to put her sewing machine away. After studying studio art and earning a BA in English, she now enjoys trying to find numerous different ways to combine her passions for writing, fine art, and craft art. She created all of the designs, projects, and patterns appearing in these books. She focuses on handcrafted clothing, accessories, and other creations inspired by Japanese art, anime, and style, and specializes in cosplay (costume play) hats and hoodies. You can find out more about her and her work on her website: www.cholyknight.com.

About the Books

Sew Me! Sewing Basics
Simple Techniques and Projects for First-Time Sewers
By Choly Knight
ISBN: 978-1-57421-423-9
$19.99 US
8.5” x 11”, 144 pages, soft cover
Publication date 11/01/13

Sew Me! Sewing Home Décor
Easy-to-Make Curtains, Pillows, Organizers, and Other Accessories
By Choly Knight
ISBN: 978-1-57421-504-5
$14.99 US, 8.5” x 11”, 96 pages, soft cover
Publication date 10/01/13