The Complete Book Of Sewing Dressmaking And Sewing For The Home Made Easy

This useful book provides a complete guide to sewing. With forty-five chapters including 'The A B C's of Stitches - Basic Instructions in Sewing', 'Embroidery and Applique', 'How to Make Coats and Jackets' and 'How to Make Curtains', this book will prove itself invaluable in any home. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Demonstrates time-saving sewing techniques used by the fashion industry which are adaptable for home use.

This new edition of a modern classic combines a fresh, contemporary approach and comprehensive content to provide a complete reference for all levels of experience. Packed with information on choosing fabrics and using both basic and more specialist sewing equipment, The Complete Book of Sewing covers all the techniques and tips you need for dressmaking and sewing in the home. Sixteen chapters of step-by-step colour photographs with full instructions provide the ultimate sourcebook, with detailed advice on tools, fabrics, notions and techniques and an inspirational fabrics gallery to fire the imagination.

Learn how to make your own clothes in simple steps. A compact and comprehensive dressmaking resource for anyone who wants to learn how to make clothes at home. Learn how to make a dress, trousers, tops, and jackets--18 garments in all--by following clear and simple step-by-step sequences. Everything you need to learn to sew a wardrobe of clothes is included, from information on tools and materials, to key sewing techniques, to garment projects complete with sewing patterns.