The complete dressmaker
Are you being hit by the cost of ready-made clothes? Are your family's wardrobes constantly having to be replenished? If these problems sound familiar, The Complete Dressmaker will be a welcome discovery. The basic techniques of dressmaking are discussed in an illustrated step-by-step course. The beginner starts with the most simple stitches and shapes, and goes right through, at an individual pace, to intricate seams, pleats, tucks, tailoring and pattern making. Bright, clear diagrams illustrate every stage, so that you can see what you are doing, and the text is written by an expert with a really sensible approach to the subject. Once you have mastered the basics, you will be able to cope with projects such as: making fun pockets in various shapes; making and attaching all kinds of collars; using a variety of cuffs and sleeves; working with problem fabrics; altering and making your own patterns; using rouleau braid and cord effectively and lots, lots more..