Designed by a teenager for teenagers, this teenage sewing DVD walks the beginning sew-er through the techniques of sewing. Sara, 13, confidently explains & demonstrates the differences in fabrics, threads, & basic sewing tools. Sara explains about types of sewing machines and different stitches for the projects she teaches on this DVD. This how to sew DVD, is full of excellent tips, with demonstrations of how to use a ruler correctly to ensure you get a straight edge and how to safely use a rotary cutter and a sewing machine (to ensure your fingers are safe). Sara was inspired by her great great grandmother "who was an Ethiopian slave and had to sew with just the things she had around her." It's for this reason Sara likes to take "old clothes and turn them into awesome clothes". With the DVD at your side, you will learn how to turn a pair of old jeans "past their use by date" into a stunning handbag. Learn by DVD with Sara, how to make a wallet to keep all the money you make from your new-found skill, and a trendy tote bag which will be the envy of all your friends. So... what are you waiting for, order this great sewing DVD and start turning old clothes into awesome ones. It won't be long before, like Sara, your friends and family start offering to pay you to make cool stuff too. Sara made a steady income from her hobby and she encourages you to also "make money doing the things you love". A Great Gift for the special young ones in your life. Order this great sewing DVD and instil the love of sewing in the younger generation.