{"product_id":"vintage-sewing-book-better-homes-gardens-1970s","title":"Better Homes \u0026 Gardens Sewing Book (Second Edition) – Vintage 5-Ring Binder Sewing Reference","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"4413\" data-end=\"4647\"\u003eA classic, practical sewing guide you can actually use while you work. This Better Homes \u0026amp; Gardens reference comes in a tabbed 5-ring binder and covers everything from patterns and fitting to finishing, tailoring, and special fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4664\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4665\" data-end=\"5089\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4667\" data-end=\"4677\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"4678\" data-end=\"4716\"\u003eBetter Homes and Gardens Sewing Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"4719\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4721\" data-end=\"4735\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better Homes and Gardens Books (Meredith Corporation)\u003cbr data-start=\"4789\" data-end=\"4792\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4794\" data-end=\"4806\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Second Edition, Second Printing\u003cbr data-start=\"4838\" data-end=\"4841\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4843\" data-end=\"4857\"\u003eCopyright:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1961, 1970\u003cbr data-start=\"4868\" data-end=\"4871\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4873\" data-end=\"4883\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sewing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-how-to-book-collection\" title=\"Reference\"\u003eReference\u003c\/a\u003e, Dressmaking \u0026amp; Tailoring Manual\u003cbr data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"4935\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4937\" data-end=\"4948\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-ring binder\u003cbr data-start=\"4962\" data-end=\"4965\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4967\" data-end=\"4977\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360\u003cbr data-start=\"4981\" data-end=\"4984\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4986\" data-end=\"4995\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 8 x 2 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"5013\" data-end=\"5016\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"5018\" data-end=\"5031\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003cbr data-start=\"5039\" data-end=\"5042\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"5044\" data-end=\"5052\"\u003eSBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 696-00200-0\u003cbr data-start=\"5064\" data-end=\"5067\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"5069\" data-end=\"5078\"\u003eLCCN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 73-11290\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5091\" data-end=\"5118\"\u003eWhat You’ll Find Inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5119\" data-end=\"5464\"\u003e∙ Pattern basics + fitting\/alterations guidance\u003cbr data-start=\"5166\" data-end=\"5169\"\u003e∙ Garment construction steps (cutting, assembling, linings\/interfacings)\u003cbr data-start=\"5241\" data-end=\"5244\"\u003e∙ Professional finishing techniques\u003cbr data-start=\"5279\" data-end=\"5282\"\u003e∙ Special fabrics (lace, knits, velvet, leather, and more)\u003cbr data-start=\"5340\" data-end=\"5343\"\u003e∙ Tailoring suits\/coats + dressy and everyday wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5480\" data-end=\"5510\"\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5512\" data-end=\"5648\"\u003eNotes: Light shelf\/handling wear to binder cover\/edges. Rings appear clean and functional. Pages look clean and bright; tabs intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5650\" data-end=\"5693\"\u003eSee all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5695\" data-end=\"5921\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003cbr data-start=\"5714\" data-end=\"5717\"\u003eNear Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.\u003cbr data-start=\"5755\" data-end=\"5758\"\u003eVery Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-start=\"5805\" data-end=\"5808\"\u003eGood: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.\u003cbr data-start=\"5862\" data-end=\"5865\"\u003eFair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5923\" data-end=\"5943\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5944\" data-end=\"6109\"\u003eA favorite format for sewists because it’s easy to flip, reference, and keep open while you work—plus the BHG approach is clear, practical, and packed with diagrams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShelf-worthy vintage finds you can trust. Find Your Story.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3318\" data-start=\"3292\"\u003eDisclaimer  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3841\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003cbr data-end=\"3594\" data-start=\"3591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3841\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. 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