The Tailoring Book: Measuring. Cutting. Fitting. Altering. Finishing
Whether you want to alter a vintage jacket or create a full-tailored suit, this tailoring reference guide has everything you need to produce elegant, bespoke garments that last a lifetime.
With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering, and finishing, this is the only book you will need to create and alter a tailored garment.
Alison Smith MBE is one of the world's leading tailoring experts, and in her new book, she reveals trade secrets and all the practical know-how necessary to master this heritage craft. The Tailoring Book is the latest title in Smith's best-selling sewing series. It covers everything from choosing patterns and fabrics to fitting and construction, including techniques that can be applied to both womens- and menswear.
With this book, you can learn how to:
-Tailor garments by selecting the right tools to create a toile and picking the perfect hand stitch.
-Follow 10 detailed garment projects to create shirts, jackets, coats, and trousers
-Master the techniques of tailoring with step-by-step instructions and downloadable patterns that guide you through every part of the process
This book includes key equipment and techniques, garment projects with clear step-by-step processes and downloadable patterns, and tips on repairs and alterations. It takes the reader from the basics through to couture techniques.
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With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering, and finishing, this is the only book you will need to create and alter a tailored garment.
Alison Smith MBE is one of the world's leading tailoring experts, and in her new book, she reveals trade secrets and all the practical know-how necessary to master this heritage craft. The Tailoring Book is the latest title in Smith's best-selling sewing series. It covers everything from choosing patterns and fabrics to fitting and construction, including techniques that can be applied to both womens- and menswear.
With this book, you can learn how to:
-Tailor garments by selecting the right tools to create a toile and picking the perfect hand stitch.
-Follow 10 detailed garment projects to create shirts, jackets, coats, and trousers
-Master the techniques of tailoring with step-by-step instructions and downloadable patterns that guide you through every part of the process
This book includes key equipment and techniques, garment projects with clear step-by-step processes and downloadable patterns, and tips on repairs and alterations. It takes the reader from the basics through to couture techniques.
The Tailoring Book: Measuring. Cutting. Fitting. Altering. Finishing
Whether you want to alter a vintage jacket or create a full-tailored suit, this tailoring reference guide has everything you need to produce elegant, bespoke garments that last a lifetime.
With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering, and finishing, this is the only book you will need to create and alter a tailored garment.
Alison Smith MBE is one of the world's leading tailoring experts, and in her new book, she reveals trade secrets and all the practical know-how necessary to master this heritage craft. The Tailoring Book is the latest title in Smith's best-selling sewing series. It covers everything from choosing patterns and fabrics to fitting and construction, including techniques that can be applied to both womens- and menswear.
With this book, you can learn how to:
-Tailor garments by selecting the right tools to create a toile and picking the perfect hand stitch.
-Follow 10 detailed garment projects to create shirts, jackets, coats, and trousers
-Master the techniques of tailoring with step-by-step instructions and downloadable patterns that guide you through every part of the process
This book includes key equipment and techniques, garment projects with clear step-by-step processes and downloadable patterns, and tips on repairs and alterations. It takes the reader from the basics through to couture techniques.
With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering, and finishing, this is the only book you will need to create and alter a tailored garment.
Alison Smith MBE is one of the world's leading tailoring experts, and in her new book, she reveals trade secrets and all the practical know-how necessary to master this heritage craft. The Tailoring Book is the latest title in Smith's best-selling sewing series. It covers everything from choosing patterns and fabrics to fitting and construction, including techniques that can be applied to both womens- and menswear.
With this book, you can learn how to:
-Tailor garments by selecting the right tools to create a toile and picking the perfect hand stitch.
-Follow 10 detailed garment projects to create shirts, jackets, coats, and trousers
-Master the techniques of tailoring with step-by-step instructions and downloadable patterns that guide you through every part of the process
This book includes key equipment and techniques, garment projects with clear step-by-step processes and downloadable patterns, and tips on repairs and alterations. It takes the reader from the basics through to couture techniques.
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Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780744091250 |
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| Publisher: | DK |
| Publication date: | 09/03/2024 |
| Pages: | 304 |
| Sales rank: | 272,600 |
| Product dimensions: | 9.10(w) x 10.90(h) x 1.00(d) |
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