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9781561584970

Couture Sewing Techniques

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  • ISBN13:

    9781561584970

  • ISBN10:

    1561584975

  • Format: Trade Paper
  • Copyright: 2001-02-01
  • Publisher: INGRAM
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Summary

Sewers who have ever longed to create clothing with the distinctive look of haute couture will love this book. They'll learn the finer points of hand sewing, shaping, and finishing for a high-end, professional look. This book is for all sewing enthusiasts who appreciate fine workmanship.

Author Biography

Claire B. Shaeffer is a nationally known sewing expert, teacher and author from Palm Springs, California, who is a frequent contributor to Threads magazine

Table of Contents

Introduction 2(4)
PART I. THE BASICS OF COUTURE SEWING 4(94)
Inside the World of Haute Couture
6(14)
The Art of Hand Sewing
20(14)
Shaping the Garment
34(26)
Seams, Darts and Pressing Techniques
Edge Finishes
60(20)
Hems, Facings and Bindings
Closures
80(18)
PART II. APPLYING COUTURE TECHNIQUES 98(114)
Skirts and Pants
100(18)
Blouses and Dresses
118(16)
Sleeves
134(16)
Pockets
150(12)
Jackets and Coats
162(24)
Eveningwear
186(26)
Selected Glossary of Terms 212(1)
Metric Conversion Chart 213(1)
Bibliography 214(1)
Sources of Supply 215(1)
Index 216

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