A Stylish Guide to Classic Sewing
Explore 30 Timeless Garments with History, Styling & Tips for Ready-to-Wear Results
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- 12,99 €
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- 12,99 €
Beschreibung des Verlags
The authors of The Tunic Bible craft a "clever guide to the DIY creation of tried and true staples of a woman's wardrobe . . . truly inspiring" (Publishers Weekly).
Discover the secrets to sewing a stylish wardrobe with staying power! This spirited guide walks you through thirty timeless garments to make for yourself, including a must-have button-up shirt, tailored trousers, a flattering A-line dress, and the indispensable modern classic pencil skirt. With a conversational narrative, the authors have created an engaging, informative guide to sewing by tracing the origins of each garment, along with styling and sewing tips, charming fashion illustrations, and a modeled photo gallery.
Pencil skirt pattern and instructions included!
"This delightfully illustrated book featuring a conversational narrative chronicles 30 beloved classic silhouettes that lie at the core of women's wardrobes . . . Each garment chapter laced with fascinating facts and trivia tidbits gives new meaning to why we wear what we wear . . . [a] keen guide to creating a fresh collection of timeless garments." —Elysian
"It should be inspirational to those just beginning to sew for themselves as well as those who just aspire to it! . . . With this book in hand, you will both sew and dress with confidence and style." —Fifty Dresses
"This book is so well-written and the illustrations are amazing." —Girls in the Garden
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Sewing blogger Gunn and pattern designer Starr, coauthors of The Tunic Bible, deliver enduring fashion in this clever guide to the DIY creation of tried and true staples of a woman's wardrobe think pencil skirts and shift and sheath dresses. Each item is presented with quirky illustrations, historical facts, and helpful styling tips aimed at beginner and intermediate home sewers alike. For instance, the authors explain that "making a muslin... eliminates potential technical issues and provides an opportunity to perfect your fit." Regarding fabric choice, "when sewing a trapeze dress, consider lightweight and sheer fabrics such as chiffon, crepe, lightweight linen, silks, jersey and stable knits." While perhaps obvious to design students, such advice is invaluable to home sewers. Likewise, Gunn and Starr suggest fabric combinations with the flair of seasoned garmentos: "Metallic linens add shimmer to casual dressing," and "Chiffon and satin provide a lovely contrast, and work well as tie closures when combined with textiles such as velvet fur." Including some nods to the sustainability of creating one's own garments that will appeal to eco-conscious sewers, this primer should prove truly inspiring for any crafters interested in creating classic women's apparel.
