The Sewing Book
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U.S. orders $100+
Demystify your sewing machine and get to grips with essential techniques with The Sewing Book. This bestselling guide covers over 300 techniques with illustrated step-by-step sequences, showing you how to create everything from seams and hems to darts, gathers, and collars. Discover how to read a pattern and adapt designs to suit your measurements, get to grips with tools and materials, and find the best fabrics to suit whatever you want to make. Complete with ten homeware and clothing projects to help you put your new-found skills to the test, The Sewing Book shows you everything you need to know, stitch by stitch.
We accept returns of merchandise in their original condition (unworn, unwashed, unaltered) with the tags attached within 30 days of purchase.
To keep your Idle looking and feeling its best, machine wash cold and hang or lay flat to dry.
We've partnered with some of our favorite small brands to offer a handpicked variety of items. For some products, your items will ship directly from the brand in a separate shipment and are not eligible for free shipping.
POPLIN
Our crispest collection yet. Poplin is breathable, structured, and smooth to the touch—perfect for warmer temps and slow mornings.
PINSTRIPE
Get down to business in our newest pinstripe – made for your nine to five – am or pm. Crafted from a super-soft and long-lasting cotton blend, it’s ready to work overtime while you clock out.
100% LINEN
A classic 100% linen fabric—naturally breathable, effortlessly cool, and incredibly comfortable. Lightweight yet durable, it’s made to keep up with you season after season. And don’t worry about wearing it on repeat—it only gets softer (and better) over time.
Signature silk-ish
The “silk” you can wash, but more durable than the real thing. We use cellulose fibers like Cupro, Tencel, and viscose that feel luxe, drapey, and smooth. They may feel fancy, but they wash easily. Bonus points: they’re cruelty-free and friendlier on the planet, too.
Jersey Knit
Cozy, cool to the touch, and made of cotton with a hint of elastane for stretch and shape retention. Our upgraded jersey knit is super soft and double-lined for a heavier, more durable feel. If you didn’t think a jersey could be this luxe, you’ve never slept in ours.