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A comprehensive manual on everything you need to know on how to sew clothes! The Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes is a must-have resource filled with valuable insight on sewing, tailoring, making alterations, and more. Learn how to take a pattern you already have and adjust it to your unique needs, install a zipper, use notions, and get a good fit out of any sewing pattern for any body type! Whether you're new to sewing or have experience, expand your skill set and build confidence so you can sew like a pro! Also included is a bonus tutorial on making pants and fitting material, as well as finishing your garments and instructions on detailing to make one-of-a-kind clothes.
Reviews (2)
Booklist Review
With slow-life movements gaining traction these days--think slow food, slow water, slow money, and the like--consumers might be galvanized into adopting a home sewing practice with the added benefit of exercising creativity. Following author-designer Joi's (Designer Joi's Fashion Sewing Workshop, 2016) very detailed instructions will help novices as well as experienced stitchers conquer the art of clothing fit. Because, as many former home-economics students can attest, elements like darts, seams, pockets, and waistlines have a profound impact on the appearance of a finished garment. From selecting the appropriate fabrics to troubleshooting, say, a crooked side seam or tight neckline, Joi addresses every aspect of fit. Charts enable readers to understand types of sewing needles, characteristics and treatments for a range of fabrics, and other relevant topics. Though no specific patterns or designs are featured, directions for creating classic garments like a sheath dress or button-down shirt are included. A one-of-a-kind chapter on pants tackles all styles, focusing on fitting issues like flat seats and narrow thighs. A true reference guide for determined and passionate seamsters.
Library Journal Review
This title is somewhat different from the usual "complete" sewing book in that it is aimed not at the beginner, but at those who are ready to move beyond the basics. As such it fills a long-felt need, including illustrated step-by-step directions for making a classic (not basic) shirt, blouse, sheath dress, and blazer, complete with padding, interfacing, and other necessary structural elements. There is an entire chapter on pants, starting with how to determine the most flattering style for your individual body. Includes full details for sleeves, collars, facings, pockets, hems, buttonholes, and linings. In addition, and perhaps the best part, is full treatment of making a muslin: What it is, why it is important, and how to use it to adjust any pattern to fit perfectly. This is something that rarely appears in other ostensibly complete guides. VERDICT Altogether a necessary addition to any sewing collection.--Susan B. Hagloch
Table of Contents
| Chapter 1 Sewing Basics | |
| Machine Sewing Techniques | p. 10 |
| Hand Sewing Techniques | p. 18 |
| Sewing Equipment, Tools, and Notions | p. 34 |
| Ironing and Pressing | p. 43 |
| Chapter 2 Selecting and Preparing Fabrics | |
| Fabric Characteristics | p. 48 |
| Technical Fabric | p. 58 |
| Straightening Fabric Grain | p. 63 |
| Considering Colors and Prints | p. 68 |
| Chapter 3 Achieving the Right Fit | |
| Taking Measurements | p. 72 |
| Adjusting the Pattern | p. 74 |
| All About Ease | p. 89 |
| Making a Muslin Fit Sample | p. 91 |
| Pattern Layout and Cutting | p. 116 |
| Prints, Stripes, and Patterns: Working with Bold Designs | p. 123 |
| Chapter 4 Sewing Classic Garments | |
| The Classic Dress | p. 136 |
| The Classic Shirt | p. 139 |
| The Classic Blouse | p. 143 |
| The Classic Skirt | p. 146 |
| The Classic Tailored Jacket | p. 149 |
| Chapter 5 Ultimate Pants Workbook | |
| Leg Characteristics | p. 180 |
| Fitting Issues | p. 195 |
| Sewing Classic Women's Pants | p. 201 |
| Creative Pant Design | p. 203 |
| Chapter 6 Details of Garment Construction | |
| Seams | p. 208 |
| Darts | p. 215 |
| Pleats | p. 218 |
| Zippers | p. 222 |
| Waistbands and Waistlines | p. 229 |
| Sleeves and Cuffs | p. 232 |
| Collars | p. 241 |
| Hems and Facings | p. 249 |
| Pockets | p. 257 |
| Buttonholes and Closures | p. 263 |
| Linings | p. 273 |
| Glossary | p. 281 |
| About the Author | p. 285 |
| Index | p. 286 |