Author: Chris Jeffreys Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) ISBN: 9780789496584 Category : Dressmaking Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Packed with computer-aided designs, information on new types of fabrics, and specially commissioned photos, this comprehensive guide maintains its original appeal, while enticing a whole new generation of readers.
Author: Wendy Gardiner Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1620082373 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 280
Book Description
For Great-Great Grandma, sewing clothing for the family was a necessity. In today’s ready-to-wear society, it’s a creative and rewarding personal choice. Packed full of information on basic sewing techniques, this book provides an ideal introduction for beginning sewers as well as a useful reference for those who already have sewing skills. Learning how to sew has never been simpler, with step-by-step photographs and friendly advice from internationally accredited sewing expert Wendy Gardiner. Along with clear instructions on everything from making seams, hems, sleeves, and collars to attaching linings and zippers, Wendy includes comprehensive information on fabrics, threads, needles and other equipment. Her clear directions ensure that even beginners will get great results. With the techniques you learn in The Complete Book of Sewing you’ll soon be stitching amazing clothes with skill and confidence. Inside The Complete Book of Sewing Beautifully illustrated, comprehensive guide to all aspects of sewing, from dressmaking to soft furnishings. Covers sewing techniques from hand stitching and hemming to making collars and sleeves, adding darts for shaping, and inserting zips and buttonholes. Includes comprehensive information on fabrics, threads, needles and other equipment. Step-by-step photographs and color illustrations. Perfect for beginning sewers with no previous experience.
Author: Dorothy Wood Publisher: Lorenz Books ISBN: 9780754815594 Category : Dressmaking Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This is the complete guide to sewing, patchwork and embroidery. Whether you are cutting out a pattern, turning hems or deciding which type of zipper or seam to use, comcise instructions guide you through each stage, one step at a time.
Author: Diana Rupp Publisher: Workman Publishing ISBN: 9780761139737 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 260
Book Description
A how-to manual for sewing beginners covers how to choose and use equipment and materials, laying out fabrics and patterns, and tricks and advice for cutting and sewing.
Author: Butterick Company Publisher: Touchstone ISBN: 9780671896669 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 415
Book Description
A sourcebook for the home sewer contains more than 500 fundamental techniques for altering or repairing garments, using patterns, and creating your own designs
Author: Chris Jeffreys Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) ISBN: 9781405312950 Category : Animals, Fossil Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
The ultimate sewing guide for all skill levels, from basic seamstress to the aspiring Vivienne Westwood. Detailed photographs cover every sewing technique from sewing a basic hem to creating a couture look-alike. Inspiring step-by-step guide for any sewing enthusiast who wants to create, alter and repair his or her clothes in style.
Author: Laura Strutt Publisher: ISBN: 9780857338556 Category : Languages : en Pages : 208
Book Description
Sewing is no longer the preserve of grandmothers and aunties. The popularity of vintage clothing and brands such as Cath Kidston have led to a revival of 'make do and mend', and people of all ages are getting creative. This title starts with the basic kit and techniques before introducing fastenings, embellishments, clothing and home furnishings.
Author: Alison Smith Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 146540516X Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 322
Book Description
An invaluable resource, Dressmaking will guide you through all the stages of making, altering, and customizing clothes. Starting with the Tools and Materials, you will learn what you need to buy and how to use it. The Fabrics chapter demonstrates the drape and weave of fabrics and explains the best uses of each. The Patterns chapter covers everything from understanding a pattern to altering one. In General Techniques, close-up photography and guiding annotation to explain key techniques step by step. A section on Basic Patterns and Variations then guides you through creating six garments. Patterns and detailed step-by-step instructions are provided for a skirt, dress, shirt, tee, jacket, and pair of trousers. Instructions are also given for possible variations of each garment. Finally, chapters on Alterations and repairs and Customizing offer practical tips for repairing worn items and inspiration for modernizing tired pieces. Packed with essential advice and inspiration, this is the dressmaking bible that no budding seamstress should be without.
Author: Patricia Bage Publisher: Search Press ISBN: 9781844487196 Category : Embroidery Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Aimed at both beginners as well as those wishing to develop existing skills, this title provides a complete, step-by-step guide to traditional stitching techniques, including drawn thread work, hardanger, goldwork, stumpwork, silk shading crewel work, mountmellick and blackwork.
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