--- product_id: 314634163 title: "Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes" price: "£35.27" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/314634163-ultimate-illustrated-guide-to-sewing-clothes store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes **Price:** £35.27 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes - **How much does it cost?** £35.27 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/314634163-ultimate-illustrated-guide-to-sewing-clothes) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Make your own one-of-a-kind clothes! Expert instruction on sewing, tailoring, making alterations, finishing, detailing, and more Essential techniques and processes, from how to install a zipper and use notions to getting a good fit from any sewing pattern Includes slopers so you can tailor your pieces for every body type Bonus tutorials on how to make pants and fit material Author Joi Mahon is an award-winning designer, instructor, licensed pattern designer, and creator of Joi's Perfect Pattern and Fit Club The comprehensive manual on everything you need to know about how to sew clothes, Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes is a must-have resource filled with valuable insight on sewing, tailoring, making alterations, and more! This 288-page how-to guide will equip you with every essential skill you need to sew almost anything from top to bottom! Opening with a detailed section on sewing basics that covers machine sewing and hand sewing techniques, equipment, tools, notions, ironing, and pressing, the book then moves onto other essential subjects, such as selecting and preparing fabrics and achieving an exact fit. Complete step-by-step technique tutorials will walk you through several processes, from making a muslin fit sample and laying out a pattern to sewing a classic dress, blouse, tailored jacket, and other garments. From there, you'll find a thorough pants guide with a tutorial on sewing a classic trouser, how to alter the pattern to create a variety of other styles, and a section on the details of garment construction for further sewing knowledge and proficiency. Learn how to take a pattern you already have and adjust it to your unique needs, install a zipper, use notions, and get a good fit out of any sewing pattern for any body type! Whether you're new to sewing or have experience, with this complete sewing manual, you'll expand your skill set and build your confidence to sew like the professionals. Enjoy the rewarding craft of sewing your own garments with Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes ! " Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes by the talented Joi Mahon is THE must-have handbook when it comes to perfectly fitted garment construction. The descriptive and practical imagery of this book helps creative minds to create new projects and achieve better results; we love it!" —C. Bauer, Mettler (manufacturer of high-quality sewing threads since 1883) "With this book Joi covers all bases when it comes to sewing garments. Her clear, concise explanations and valuable reference guides are a jackpot for sewing enthusiasts everywhere!" —Gini Denninger, Intermediate Level Seamstress, Rochester, NY "This guide is beautiful, easy to read and understand, and allows you to learn from one of the best. Before you know it, you'll be creating amazing works of wearable art, just like Joi." —Cassie Thompson, Client Review: Starting to sew again - Very helpful when you're rusty from not sewing in along time. Great to brushup on. Review: Great book - The book is very informative has detailed instructions. It also has wonderful photos. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #65,587 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #55 in Textile & Costume (Books) #61 in Sewing (Books) #67 in Fashion Craft | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 591 Reviews | ## Images ![Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Es5301jgL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Starting to sew again *by M***N on July 26, 2026* Very helpful when you're rusty from not sewing in along time. Great to brushup on. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book *by A***R on June 19, 2026* The book is very informative has detailed instructions. It also has wonderful photos. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This book is worth the weight is gold for the price. *by S***N on November 4, 2025* I've been self-taught sewist for 46 years, but never knew this book could be so helpful. This book has tons of great information for the beginner and advanced sewist. It covers basics for sewing, but goes beyond with specific fit problems with your subject and how to fix it on your patterns. It also provides different ways to adapt your patterns. With tons of photos and easy to understand instructions, this will also stay next to my sewing machine for quick reference. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes: A Complete Course on Making Clothing for Fit and Fashion (Landauer) Installing Zippers, Using Notions, Slopers, Patterns, Tailoring, Alterations, and More - Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing: Step by step techniques for making clothes and home accessories (RD Consumer Reference Series) - Sew Your Own Wardrobe: More Than 80 Techniques --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/314634163-ultimate-illustrated-guide-to-sewing-clothes](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/314634163-ultimate-illustrated-guide-to-sewing-clothes) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-09-20*