{"title":"Sewing Books \u0026 Student Kits","description":"\u003cp\u003eClasses can be expensive and sometimes hard to keep up with for everyone. GoldStar Tool has created a way for even the most beginner-level crafter to get a project done with easy to read books and step by step guides on how to get a project done. Even if you are more advanced, but are looking for some fun guides for that fabric you've been putting off, you've ended up at the right place!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFrom custom dresses to styling your pants in fun new ways, GoldStar Tool has sewing books for everyone. Aside from the books, we also offer sewing skills on DVDs. No matter how you prefer to learn, we can help you. Whether you need some help with pattern making, beautifying your skirts, or even sketching, you can find it all right here on GoldStar Tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eGrabbing a guide or two for your kit can sometimes be overlooked because you are so caught up in the specific tools. However, this can arguably be the most important tool on the list! How will you use those tools if you don't know how to put them together?\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eNot only do these books give you step-by-step and easy to read instructions, but you also get large helpful illustrations and how to style guides once you are finished putting the pieces together. \u003ci\u003eA Guide to Fashion Sewing \u003c\/i\u003ehas more than 100 sewing methods and helps readers learn at their own pace for basic sewing skills and techniques such as seams, darts, bias binding, zipper, and garment assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you were looking for something more inclusive, check out our kits that include some starter items such as a clear French curve, tracing wheel, scissors, etc. There are three different kits with unique items in each. 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