Couture Techniques

Author: Fox Chapel Publishing
Publisher: Design Originals
ISBN: 9781565235342
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 199

Book Description
"llustrated Guide to Sewing: Couture Techniques" guides readers through the characteristics that separate basic sewing from couture such as a custom fit, meticulous handwork, and quality construction. Starting with an overview on important topics such as working with fine fabrics, custom fitting garments, and hand stitching, readers will go on to learn how to create one-of-a-kind fashions that have shape, strength, and beauty with close-up chapters on creating couture collars, necklines, sleeves, and more

Couture Sewing Techniques

Author: Claire B. Shaeffer
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781600853357
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Fashion historian Shaeffer opened the door to the exclusive realm of haute couture in her authoritative guide to the techniques that define couture sewing. And now, "Couture Sewing Techniques," has been revised and updated throughout. Full color.

Couture Tailoring

Author: Claire Shaeffer
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
ISBN: 1529420911
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 990

Book Description
Bestselling author Claire Shaeffer teaches you everything you need to know to plan and sew the perfect jacket. Based on couture techniques learnt from master tailors, this book begins with the equipment, materials, design elements, and sewing and construction techniques used in all types of tailoring. Part Two provides an illustrated step-by-step guide to making a couture jacket, explaining all the design options and alternative methods for making every element including collars, sleeves and pockets. Couture Tailoring includes over 800 step-by-step illustrations throughout, over 200 photographs of couture jackets by Chanel, Dior, Yves Saint Laurent and more than 100 couture tips. Any aspiring tailor must have this book in their fashion library.

The Dressmaker's Handbook of Couture Sewing Techniques

Author: Lynda Maynard
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789812752291
Category : Dressmaking
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description

Illustrated Guide to Sewing: Couture Techniques

Author: Fox Chapel Publishing
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607650282
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 204

Book Description
Learn the timeless skills and techniques of sewing designer quality fashions, and creating one of a kind, custom fitted pieces that have shape, strength and beauty.

The Complete Book of Sewing

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.

Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes

Author: Joi Mahon
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607659115
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 744

Book Description
· A complete manual on how to sew clothes that details the processes and techniques · Filled with expert instruction on sewing, tailoring, making alterations, finishing, detailing, and more · Includes slopers so you can tailor your pieces for every body type · Also includes valuable guidance on crucial techniques, from how to install a zipper and use notions to getting a good fit from any sewing pattern · Features a bonus tutorial on how to make pants and fit material · Author Joi Mahon is an award-winning designer, instructor, licensed pattern designer, and creator of Joi’s Perfect Pattern and Fit Club

Garment Construction

Author: Peg Couch
Publisher: Design Originals
ISBN: 9781565235090
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 175

Book Description
Presents information about basic garment construction, using patterns, and instructions on how to create basic clothes such as shirts, skirts, and blouses.

Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing:

Author: Gretchen Hirsch
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
ISBN: 9781584799917
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Sheets of patterns are in an envelope inside the front cover, each sheet is doubled sided.

The Art of Couture Sewing

Author: Zoya Nudelman
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1609018311
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 465

Book Description
The Art of Couture Sewing is a practical guide to custom techniques in the construction of couture garments. Beginning with a brief history of haute couture, the book covers tools and supplies then discusses matching fabrics with the appropriate needle, thread, pressing, and construction techniques. The types of closures, hems and finishes used in couture as well as basic draping techniques are discussed. The text is filled with step-by-step techniques along with clear instructions and illustrations. Nudelman covers many embellishment techniques, including beading, embroidering, and fine stitching with added sections on shisha, couching, eyelet overcasting and ribbon rosette stitches. Highly illustrated with photographs of couture designs as well as close-ups of finishes and details, The Art of Couture Sewing will inspire the design of high-quality garments using couture techniques. New to this edition ~Expanded coverage of corset history, design, and construction ~New chapter on constructing large skirts including trains, hoop skirts, and petticoats ~Updated fashion photographs and new illustrations throughout the book Features ~End-of-chapter biographies discuss notable designers and their couture techniques, such as Paul Poiret, Coco Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, Jean-Paul Gaultier, and Vera Wang ~More than 1,300 color photos and illustrations