All New Fabric Savvy - by Sandra Betzina (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

All New Fabric Savvy is the ultimate fabric guide for sewers of all skill levels, fully updated and named a Best Reference Book of the Year by Library Journal.

This best-selling resource by renowned sewing expert Sandra Betzina is packed with essential information and practical advice on how to choose and work with 107 different types of fabric, making it an indispensable addition to your sewing library.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sewer, All New Fabric Savvy guarantees your success by providing clear, accessible guidance on fabric selection and usage. Say goodbye to fabric confusion and hello to a world of creative possibilities with this essential reference book!

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Fabric Guide: Explore an extensive range of fabrics organized alphabetically, including classic choices like cotton, wool, and knits, as well as innovative synthetic options such as faux fur, leather, oilcloth, and ripstop. This comprehensive overview ensures you have the knowledge to select the perfect fabric for any project.
• Visual Learning: With over 475 stunning photographs and 110 detailed illustrations, All New Fabric Savvy offers visual aids that simplify the fabric selection process and enhance your understanding of fabric characteristics and applications.
• Essential Tools and Techniques: This updated edition reflects the latest in sewing tools and techniques, equipping you with the skills to navigate modern fabric choices confidently.
• Invaluable Appendices: The book includes a thorough set of appendices that cover everything you need to know about working with fabric, from pre-washing to cutting and sewing, ensuring your success on every project.
• Eliminate Fabric Confusion: All New Fabric Savvy demystifies the complexities of working with various fabrics, empowering you to make informed decisions and achieve professional results in both garment and home decor sewing.

Review Quotes

All New Fabric Savvy is the ultimate fabric guide for sewers of all skill levels, fully updated and named a Best Reference Book of the Year by Library Journal.

This best-selling resource by renowned sewing expert Sandra Betzina is packed with essential information and practical advice on how to choose and work with 107 different types of fabric, making it an indispensable addition to your sewing library.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sewer, All New Fabric Savvy guarantees your success by providing clear, accessible guidance on fabric selection and usage. Say goodbye to fabric confusion and hello to a world of creative possibilities with this essential reference book!

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Fabric Guide: Explore an extensive range of fabrics organized alphabetically, including classic choices like cotton, wool, and knits, as well as innovative synthetic options such as faux fur, leather, oilcloth, and ripstop. This comprehensive overview ensures you have the knowledge to select the perfect fabric for any project.
• Visual Learning: With over 475 stunning photographs and 110 detailed illustrations, All New Fabric Savvy offers visual aids that simplify the fabric selection process and enhance your understanding of fabric characteristics and applications.
• Essential Tools and Techniques: This updated edition reflects the latest in sewing tools and techniques, equipping you with the skills to navigate modern fabric choices confidently.
• Invaluable Appendices: The book includes a thorough set of appendices that cover everything you need to know about working with fabric, from pre-washing to cutting and sewing, ensuring your success on every project.
• Eliminate Fabric Confusion: All New Fabric Savvy demystifies the complexities of working with various fabrics, empowering you to make informed decisions and achieve professional results in both garment and home decor sewing.

"Fabric Savvy is a necessary resource for any sewing enthusiast."

"Betzina's Fabric Savvy has been an indispensable addition to the garment sewist's bookshelf since its original publication in 1999, and the latest version improves upon the content of the 2004 edition. Updates include refreshed photos of garments and accessories as well as additions of fabrics that didn't appear in previous editions. All New Fabric Savvy is ideal for sewists interested in making the best possible fabric choices for garment sewing and those with an interest in specialty fabrics."

"I first encountered Sandra Betzina in her wonderful Craftsy classes. So, I was super happy when I saw that she had a new version of a wonderful book, All New Fabric Savvy. If, like me, you hoard magazine articles about different types of fabric and pore over fabric choices in blogs, this book is for you. If, also like me, you can never remember where you saw those great tips on sewing scuba fabric, this book is DEFINITELY for you!

Each entry gives you the background on the given fabric and also has tips on pretreating, pressing, hemming and (most importantly, for me) matching the fabric to the project so that you can get the most out of your sewing time. My favorite resources are in the back of the book: a visual glossary of techniques, details on interfacing, presser feet, tools, choosing knit fabrics, determining fabric content, linings, and stain removal.

Overall, I recommend this book heartily for sewists of all experience levels."

"Recommended for general purchase by public libraries."

About the Author

Sandra Betzina is an internationally renowned sewing expert, author, and television host, widely recognized as the driving force behind "Power Sewing." With a career spanning over five decades, she is one of the most trusted authorities for serious sewists seeking professional-quality results and flawless fit.

• Television Host: Sandra hosted her own popular television show, Sew Perfect, on HGTV for six years, and later co-hosted the long-running Web-TV show Power Sewing with Canadian expert Ron Collins.
• Acclaimed Author: She is the author of numerous bestselling sewing guides published by Taunton Press and others, including More Fabric Savvy, Fast Fit: Easy Pattern Alterations for Every Figure, Power Sewing Step-by-Step, and No Time To Sew. Her books are essential references for selecting fabric, achieving perfect garment fit, and mastering efficient techniques.
• Pattern Designer: For two decades, Sandra designed an acclaimed line of patterns for Vogue Patterns called Today's Fit by Sandra Betzina, known for its unique sizing system specifically based on the modern woman's body.
• Educator and Speaker: She has taught sewing all over the United States, Canada, and Australia, and continues to host week-long sewing retreats and classes in San Francisco.

In recognition of her profound contributions to the industry, Sandra Betzina was inducted into the Sewing Hall of Fame and received the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals Lifetime Achievement Award.