Vintage 1970s sewing manual by Singer — 500 pages of complete illustrated sewing techniques and guidance. A timeless reference for sewists, hobbyists, and collectors.
Singer Sewing Book (Revised Edition, 1972) — a classic hardcover sewing reference with 500 richly illustrated pages covering everything from basic stitches to tailoring, knits, draperies, home décor sewing, and pattern adjustments.
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Authors: Jessie Hutton & Gladys Cunningham
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Publisher: The Singer Company, New York
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Size: 11″ × 9″ × 1.5″ (approx.)
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Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket
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GENRE: Vintage Sewing Instruction, Sewing Techniques, Needlecraft Reference
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Contents: Over 2,000 diagrams, step-by-step instructions, color illustrations, plus a 70-page section on modern (1970s) fabrics, including knits and decorative sewing.
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Ideal for: Beginners learning to sew, experienced sewists refining technique, home-sewing enthusiasts, or vintage collectors.
Edition & Features
Edition/Printing: Revised Edition • Second Edition • Second Printing
Dust Jacket: Present; shows visible edge wear, corner chipping, and light tape reinforcement
Illustrations/Maps/Plates: 2,000+ diagrams, step-by-step illustrations, color sewing technique plates
Extras: Includes updated content on modern 1970s fabrics and knit construction
Condition Grade: Good
Notes:
- Dust jacket shows noticeable wear including tears, corner chipping, wrinkling, and tape repair at the top edge.
- Hardcover beneath is clean and bright with gold stamping.
- Pages are crisp and clean with no writing except for “Tulane” handwritten on the front endpaper.
- Binding is tight; illustrations remain vivid.
- A solid, photo-verified vintage sewing reference.
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Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
Provenance & Notes
From a private estate sewing library. No additional provenance provided.
About the Authors Jessie Hutton and Gladys Cunningham
Jessie Hutton and Gladys Cunningham contributed extensively to Singer’s educational sewing publications, helping generations of home sewists master both foundational and advanced techniques.
A practical, display-worthy classic for any sewing enthusiast.
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