Download or read book Fast Fit written by Sandra Betzina and published by Taunton. This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every sewer has to make pattern alterations at one time or another and this book provides a fresh approach to this normally complex subject.

Download or read book No Time To Sew written by Sandra Betzina and published by Rodale. This book was released on 1996-10-15 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides patterns and instructions for sewing pants, vests, t-shirts, jackets, skirts, and dresses

Download or read book Power Sewing Toolbox Volume One written by Sandra Betzina and published by Power Sewing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 9 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Power Sewing Toolbox Volume 1 contains over 200 tips and techniques as well as the following features: Hardback with enclosed spiral so that it lies flat, Printed on high quality glossy paper stock, Step-by-step photos literally hopping off the page, Written instructions in a size larger type and easy to read font enable me to actually read the copy without my glasses, and a super detailed index makes it easy to reference something later.

Download or read book More Fabric Savvy written by Sandra Betzina and published by Taunton. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of the best-selling fabric guide includes all-new updated information on the selection of the best fabrics for a variety of projects and how to make the most of them, including new tips and more than three hundred color photographs.

Download or read book Power Sewing Step By Step written by Sandra Betzina and published by Taunton. This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces time saving techniques for fitting and finishing garments, shows how to adapt patterns for a more professional look, and includes tips on solving specific sewing problems.

Download or read book All New Fabric Savvy written by Sandra Betzina and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "All new fabric savvy takes the guesswork out of choosing the best fabric for any sewing project. Each of the 107 fabrics features detailed information on laying out, marking, and cutting the fabric; choosing the best thread, needle, stitch length, and presser foot; pressing; finish details; and more"--Back cover.

Download or read book Making Trousers for Men Women written by David Page Coffin and published by Creative Publishing international. This book was released on 2011-01-04 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comfortable, flattering pants can be challenging to make - but they're wonderful to wear. In this book, David Coffin provides his inventive, sure-fire methods for getting it right. With his characteristic precision and straight talk - and with the help of photographs, drawings, and exclusive access to a series of online video sequences - Coffin teaches the reader how to get great results, whether making a showcase garment or just whipping out an everyday pair. For more information and book-related extras, visit http://makingtrouserswithdpc.blogspot.com/, David Coffin's blog all about making trousers and specifically designed for the readers of this book.

Download or read book The Shirtmaking Workbook written by David Coffin and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2015-03-01 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: So you've made a basic shirt or two and you are looking for more options and directions... Well, you are in luck! David Page Coffin, author of Shirtmaking, a complete guide to the dress shirt, is back to help you with an amazing collection of custom detail patterns and ideas for men's and women's sport, knit, dress, and even simple coat and jacket shirt styles! Inside you'll find helpful guides to drafting or draping a custom pattern, copying or converting a favorite pattern or garment into a more basic pattern ready for customizing to your heart's content, mastering four different placket types so you can use these classic structures in ways you never imagined, understanding and reinventing most any sort of shirt and coat collar type in common use, along with how to construct them all, whether you want a couture creation or a workshop coverall. You'll get an introduction to digital pattern-making and alteration, a close-up and thorough look inside a closetful of classic shirt-type garments, explore a host of pocket and cuff options and have access to dozens of full-size detail and even full garment patterns for printing and customizing. And, of course, you'll learn how to finally turn those collar points all the way out like you've always wanted. The Shirtmaking Workbook includes extensive lists and links to further reading, supplies, and references to help make your custom shirtmaking easier and more masterful. With this unique and comprehensive workbook by your side, you'll never wonder how to make THAT shirt again.

Download or read book Shirtmaking written by David Page Coffin and published by Taunton. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author Page draws on twenty years of shirtmaking experience to share the construction secrets of garments from the world's finest shirtmakers, using simple tools and techniques any sewer can acquire.

Download or read book Power Sewing written by Sandra Betzina Webster and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces timesaving techniques used in the fitting and finishing process, tells how to adapt patterns for a more professional look, and includes tips on solving specific sewing problems

Download or read book A Guide to Fashion Sewing written by Connie Amaden-Crawford and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2015-03-12 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Guide to Fashion Sewing, 6th Edition, provides a comprehensive fashion sewing resource for beginning and advanced sewers alike. Readers will learn how to assemble and construct designs of various styles using proven industry methods for more than 100 sewing applications. Chapters cover everything from sewing equipment, measurements, and fabric selection to actual garment assembly. Filled with easy to follow, step-by-step instructions and large, clear illustrations, this book is an indispensable resource for constructing quality garments. Accompanying video demonstrations help readers learn at their own pace basic sewing skills and techniques such a seams, darts, bias binding, zipper, and garment assembly. The new edition features an updated design, new industrial sewing machine information and photographs, and expanded information on tailoring. Amaden-Crawford has added convenient metric measurement equivalents to the text, helpful project checklists to aid self-assessment of completed project, and 1/2 scale patterns to make sample garment assembly easier than ever before. PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501395284. STUDIO Instant Access can also be purchased or rented separately on BloomsburyFashionCentral.com.

Download or read book Amy Barickman s Vintage Notions written by Amy Barickman and published by Delphi Distribution Incorporated. This book was released on 2010 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents essays, advice, and projects for each month of the year.

Download or read book Patternmaking Made Easy written by Connie Amaden-Crawford and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Connie Crawford would like to introduce you to this new up-to-date edition of Patternmaking Made Easy.The strength of Patternmaking Made Easy is the visually apparent instructional layout. Continuity between frames is clear. Each concept is laid out seamlessly on one page or facing pages. Yet each pattern process is complete and hasn¿t sacrificed detail at the expense of instruction. Each subject is approached thoroughly with simple directness so that the average student may enjoy this logical journey into the world of fashion.Connie¿s drafting techniques are the same REQUIRED methods in the fashion industry. She demonstrates pants for smaller and mature figures, princess seams, plackets, bustiers, knit designs, lingerie and tailoring -- just to name a few. All the techniques needed to draft flat patterns for bodices, skirts, pants, jackets, and sleeves are in this mammoth 459 page, spiral bound hardback. It will provide patternmakers with the means to execute all of their creative ideas in a nearly infinite variety of clothing styles.

Download or read book The Art of Fashion Draping written by Connie Amaden-Crawford and published by Fairchild Books. This book was released on 2018-02-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This is the most comprehensive teaching tool for learning and mastering draping techniques. The illustrations and the text for each drape are clear and explicit.” Laura K. Kidd, Southern Illinois University, USA Learn to drape fabric on a dress form to create your own patterns. The step-by-step instructions are organized from basic to advanced projects using both imperial and metric measurements, so you don't have to convert measurements. The book includes a wide variety of fashion styles, from bodices to bias-cut gowns. Intermediate and advanced design variations include an off-shoulder sleeve design and a peplum design. More than 1,000 two-color line drawings show you each draping step. - Checklists to evaluate and analyze designs - Cross-referencing of techniques across chapters - Online STUDIO includes video tutorials explaining key draping skills and techniques - Lay-flat binding makes the book easy to use while draping garments PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501330292.

Download or read book Karen s Worst Day A Graphic Novel Baby Sitters Little Sister 3 written by Ann M. Martin and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2020-12-29 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Another graphic novel in this fun series spin-off of The Baby-sitters Club, featuring Kristy's little stepsister! Karen is having a terrible day. Her favorite jeans are missing, there's no prize in the Crunch-O cereal box, and Boo-Boo the cat won't play with her. She even gets punished and sent to her room!Karen tries everything to make her day better, but nothing is going right and her bad luck just won't go away. Will this be the worst day ever?

Download or read book Wardrobe Strategies for Women written by Judith Rasband and published by Fairchild Books. This book was released on 2001-09-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique book provides scholarly and practical knowledge on the social-psychological aspects of dress and image. It identifies exactly what clothing characteristics to look for and how to proceed in building a wardrobe. Focusing on individual creativity and flexibility, the reader is asked to answer questions such as: What would work for me? Why? and How?, rather than approaching wardrobing from a do/don't or always/never perspective. Instructors, contact your Sales Representative for access to Instructor's Materials.”

Download or read book The Tunic Bible written by Sarah Gunn and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2016-10-01 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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