A Stylish Guide To Classic Sewing

Author : Sarah Gunn,Julie Starr
Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2019-11-08
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781617458736

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A Stylish Guide to Classic Sewing by Sarah Gunn,Julie Starr Pdf

The authors of The Tunic Bible craft a “clever guide to the DIY creation of tried and true staples of a woman’s wardrobe . . . truly inspiring” (Publishers Weekly). Discover the secrets to sewing a stylish wardrobe with staying power! This spirited guide walks you through thirty timeless garments to make for yourself, including a must-have button-up shirt, tailored trousers, a flattering A-line dress, and the indispensable modern classic pencil skirt. With a conversational narrative, the authors have created an engaging, informative guide to sewing by tracing the origins of each garment, along with styling and sewing tips, charming fashion illustrations, and a modeled photo gallery. Pencil skirt pattern and instructions included! “This delightfully illustrated book featuring a conversational narrative chronicles 30 beloved classic silhouettes that lie at the core of women’s wardrobes . . . Each garment chapter laced with fascinating facts and trivia tidbits gives new meaning to why we wear what we wear . . . [a] keen guide to creating a fresh collection of timeless garments.” —Elysian “It should be inspirational to those just beginning to sew for themselves as well as those who just aspire to it! . . . With this book in hand, you will both sew and dress with confidence and style.” —Fifty Dresses “This book is so well-written and the illustrations are amazing.” —Girls in the Garden

Author : Arianna Cadwallader,Cathy McKinnon
Publisher : Kyle Books
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-06-10
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781914239144

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Sewing Your Perfect Capsule Wardrobe by Arianna Cadwallader,Cathy McKinnon Pdf

Foreword by Dawn O'Porter A capsule wardrobe is timeless, stylish and effortlessly chic. Composed of go-to pieces that can be dressed up or down, it is the perfect antidote to the overstuffed drawers and ill-fitting cheap outfits from the high street. In this practical but inspiring book, seamstress Arianna Cadwallader and designer Cathy McKinnon present sewing patterns and instructions for the five key pieces that will form the basis of your own capsule wardrobe: A great shift dress Well-fitting trousers A simple yet stylish skirt A light blouse A jersey vest Their focus is on quality and fit - all the patterns can be adapted to fit and suit you perfectly, whether you prefer long, short or cap sleeves, high or low waistbands, and slim, straight or wide legged trousers. You can then mix and match your garments to create a variety of looks and styles. Aimed at advanced beginners, the book guides you through how to measure yourself and all the techniques you will need. With a foreword by TV star Dawn O'Porter, this is the essential guide to creating your perfect wardrobe.

Author : Creative Publishing International
Publisher : Creative Publishing International
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2011-05
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781589236097

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Tailoring by Creative Publishing International Pdf

Tailoring is the complete photo guide to sewing jackets and coats. Written by sewing professionals, this book teaches the trusted, proven methods for sewing tailored jackets with impeccable details and perfect fit. Written for the intermediate sewer who wants to move on to more challenging projects, this book ensures success with detailed, step-by-step instructions, more than 400 photos, in-depth discussions about products and how to use them. Tailoring offers guidance for every aspect of tailoring a jacket: fitting and pattern alteration, fabrics and tools, interfacings, interlinings, seams and finishes, hand stitches, collars, pressing, topstitching, shaping shoulders, setting in sleeves, sewing pockets, vents, and making perfect buttonholes.

Author : Gretchen Hirsch
Publisher : Harry N. Abrams
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1584799919

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Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing: by Gretchen Hirsch Pdf

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

Author : Sarai Mitnick
Publisher : Krause Publications
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2011-11-16
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1440215456

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The Colette Sewing Handbook by Sarai Mitnick Pdf

A great plan, a great pattern, a great fit, a great fabric, and a great finish: These are the five fundamentals for perfecting any sewing project. Sarai Mitnick, an independent pattern designer setting the high water mark in the industry, shares her knowledge of these fundamentals and offers five beautiful projects to go with them. Powerful instruction: A former expert in user experience in the tech industry, Sarai Mitnick's Colette Patterns line has gained a great deal of respect for comprehensive, clear instruction. Comprehensive resource: The chapters cover sewing techniques, planning and fitting, working with patterns, working with fabrics, working with linings, finishing techniques--in essence, each chapter focuses on what the entirety of another book might cover. Gorgeous package: Pitch-perfect combination of illustration, step-by-step photography and beautiful project shots, all with a clean, lovely design. *Disclaimer: eBook does not include Tissue Enclosures as enclosed with print book.

Author : Connie Amaden-Crawford
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : UVA:X001284537

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A Guide to Fashion Sewing by Connie Amaden-Crawford Pdf

Author : Nora Abousteit,Jamie Lau
Publisher : Potter Craft
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-11
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780770434397

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BurdaStyle Sewing Vintage Modern by Nora Abousteit,Jamie Lau Pdf

Vintage Looks Meet Modern Fashion Dior’s New Look silhouette. Jackie Kennedy’s sheath dress. Madonna’s bustier. Fashion trends come and go, but certain iconic styles never fade. Make them for yourself with BurdaStyle’s new guide to sewing fashion through the decades. Five adaptable master patterns for tops, dresses, and pants are transformed into nineteen unique projects for both women and men that draw inspiration from key fashion moments. These influential looks—from the Roaring Twenties to the Awesome Eighties—are all modernized and reinterpreted for today’s sewing enthusiasts. BurdaStyle, the world’s largest online community of people who sew, is synonymous with stylish sewing and high-quality patterns. In this follow-up to The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook, they provide step-by-step instructions and techniques for customizing the enclosed master patterns into new design variations, all perfectly fitted for you. You’ll also get a taste of fashion history—the essential designers, signature trends, and style icons from each era—to help you channel your inner Coco Chanel, Audrey Hepburn, or Yves Saint Laurent. BurdaStyle Sewing Vintage Modern combines the best of fashion from the past with an updated approach to sewing. Whether you prefer a slim-fit pant, the perfect men’s button-down, or a versatile shift dress, this book offers a classic collection that will last you a lifetime.

Author : Barbara Emodi
Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781617456053

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SEW . . . The Garment-Making Book of Knowledge by Barbara Emodi Pdf

Experienced sewing instructor and blogger Barbara Emodi shares her sewing wisdom to help readers get started, get started back up, or hone their existing garment-sewing skills. Not a sewing reference book as much as a book of experience, this is a book that will make a novice sewist say, “Oh, so that’s why you do that,” make a practiced sewist think, “Now that’s a neat trick,” and make a very experienced sewist smile and say, “That is sooo true!” Take advantage of her thoughts, tips, and tricks on the benefits of sewing, the importance of fit, basic techniques, available tools, patterns, and materials, and so much more. • Droll, well-informed, readable, interesting, and useful— the how-to book of sewing wisdom you always wanted • Get the inside scoop on sizing and alteration, patternless sewing, what to sew and what to buy, and many other topics, with mini lessons sprinkled throughout • Tips and ideas on choosing and using the best fabric, gear, and sewing machines

Author : Sarah Gunn,Julie Starr
Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2016-10-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781617453571

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The Tunic Bible by Sarah Gunn,Julie Starr Pdf

The only tunic pattern you'll ever need! Sew the perfect tunic to express your style—from simple and modest to daring and chic! Mix and match collars, neck plackets, and sleeves for an endless variety of professional, store-quality results. Stitch up a sharp bodice pattern, designed to fit sizes XS to XXL, in assorted lengths, styles, and trims. Well respected in the sewing industry for their pattern reviews and online garment challenges, Sarah Gunn and Julie Starr make the tunic accessible and exciting for those with basic sewing skills and beyond. • Create chic, ready-to-wear tunics with a multi-length, graded pattern and expert construction tips • Choose your style—casual, preppy, boho, or glamorous—with interchangeable sleeves, neck plackets, and collars • Get advice on shopping for fabric and trims, guided by a huge gallery of inspiring tunic tops

Author : Connie Amaden-Crawford
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Dressmaking
ISBN : 1501312073

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A Guide to Fashion Sewing by Connie Amaden-Crawford Pdf

This new edition of the highly successful classic on fashion sewing retains the large helpful illustrations and easy-to-read text of previous editions. The author helps the reader create fashionable and professional looking garments for women, men, and children.

Author : Nora Abousteit,Alison Kelly
Publisher : Potter Craft
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011-12-07
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780307586865

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The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook by Nora Abousteit,Alison Kelly Pdf

If you’ve ever made your own clothes, you know how empowering it can be. That awesome skirt in a fabric you adore. The blouse that fits perfectly. The one-of-a-kind dress you just knew would look cuter with a few extra details at the neck and hem. All made by you. Creating fashionable, custom-fitted clothing is often much easier than you think, and in their first book, BurdaStyle—the largest community of aspiring fashion designers and style-savvy sewers—will show you how. Packed with easy-to-follow tutorials, five adaptable sewing patterns for a skirt, blouse, dress, coat, and bag, and fifteen step-by-step sewing projects, this book gives you the basic building blocks to begin sewing and the tools you need to move beyond the basics to designing and customizing your own wardrobe. If you’ve never threaded a needle before, you’ll find essential information on setting up a studio, using your sewing machine and other tools, working with patterns, and getting the perfect fit. For experienced sewers, the book offer tips and tricks for mastering techniques, as well as tons of design inspiration from seventy-eight BurdaStyle members from all over the world. With its unique blend of fashion, creativity, and expert know-how, The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook is the ultimate guide to sewing with style.

Author : Wendy Mullin,Eviana Hartman
Publisher : Bulfinch
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2006-09-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0821257404

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Sew U by Wendy Mullin,Eviana Hartman Pdf

Stitch N' Bitch for sewers complete with 3 full Simplicity patterns from downtown fashion darling Wendy Mullin.

Author : Saara Huhta,Laura Huhta
Publisher : Quadrille Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-11-06
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1787131831

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Breaking the Pattern by Saara Huhta,Laura Huhta Pdf

Scandinavian fashion has long been admired for its stylish, clean-lined, interesting cuts and aesthetic. Breaking the Pattern is the first authentic dressmaking book that showcases the beauty and uniqueness of Scandinavian style. Complete with stunning photography, clear illustrations and instructions this book will show you how to create a coherent capsule wardrobe – complete with a collection of 10 garments that are easy to make, wear, and combine with each other. From the Finnish sewing duo behind the dressmaking fashion label Named, Laura and Saara offer up an enticing selection of tops, dresses, skirt and trousers for the modern seamstress. You will build your skills as you work through the book and with plenty of variations suggested for each garment, there's lots of room for you to add your own personal touches and quirks to each design. Taking you beyond the patterns featured in this book, Breaking the Pattern will inspire you to not only build on your sewing repertoire but to grow in confidence with your own sewing. Patterns come in a range of sizes from US sizes 4 to 16, with concise information of measuring yourself and finding the perfect fit. Full size pattern sheets are included in this neat package, perfect for the contemporary dressmaker.

Author : Kennis Wong
Publisher : Page Street Publishing
Page : 606 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2020-12-08
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781645671374

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Sew Beautiful by Kennis Wong Pdf

8 Patterns, 18 Variations, 1 Stunning New Wardrobe Stitch your way to a stylish new wardrobe with this collection of beautiful, modern patterns. Whether you are a seasoned seamstress looking for fresh projects or just beginning your sewing journey, you’ll learn something new from prolific designer Kennis Wong’s expert advice and accessible pearls of sewing wisdom. In Sew Beautiful, elegance and simplicity go hand in hand as Kennis guides you through 8 different patterns, each a closet staple you’ll be proud to wear. Well known for helping her readers find their most flattering fit, Kennis carefully designed each pattern for sizes 00 through 20, guaranteeing a finished garment that suits your taste, style and body type. And with 18 variations spread across these designs, there are so many options to mix and match! Slip into the luxurious Castlepoint Faux-Wrap Skirt on a breezy summer day, or bundle up in the cozy Taktsang Dolman Sleeve Wrap for a cool autumn night. Going to a fancy event but can’t find anything to wear? Wow everyone when you tell them your Palermo Tiered Dress is 100 percent handmade. With Sew Beautiful in your crafting corner, a vibrant custom wardrobe is at your fingertips. If you are experiencing issues accessing or downloading the Sew Beautiful ebook pattern files, please contact [email protected] with proof of purchase for assistance.

Author : Claire B. Shaeffer
Publisher : Rodale Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Dressmaking
ISBN : 0875967175

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High-fashion Sewing Secrets from the World's Best Designers by Claire B. Shaeffer Pdf

Step-by-step, illustrated instructions for duplicating design details made famous by the world's greatest designers.