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Made to Measure : An Easy Guide to Drafting and Sewing a Custom Wardrobe - 16...
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Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9780760382806
- Book Title
- Made to Measure : an Easy Guide to Drafting and Sewing a Custom Wardrobe-16 Pattern-Free Projects
- Publisher
- Quarto Publishing Group USA
- Item Length
- 10 in
- Publication Year
- 2023
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Genre
- Crafts & Hobbies
- Topic
- Sewing, Fashion, Fiber Arts & Textiles
- Item Weight
- 22.4 Oz
- Item Width
- 8.5 in
- Number of Pages
- 176 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN-10
0760382808
ISBN-13
9780760382806
eBay Product ID (ePID)
20059012961
Product Key Features
Book Title
Made to Measure : an Easy Guide to Drafting and Sewing a Custom Wardrobe-16 Pattern-Free Projects
Number of Pages
176 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Sewing, Fashion, Fiber Arts & Textiles
Publication Year
2023
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Crafts & Hobbies
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight
22.4 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2023-021676
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"The comprehensive guidance covers an impressive range of garb and techniques, and is presented in a manner straightforward enough that even novice sewists will feel prepared to tackle the projects. The result is a superior guide on creating custom clothing." -- Publishers Weekly, The comprehensive guidance covers an impressive range of garb and techniques, and is presented in a manner straightforward enough that even novice sewists will feel prepared to tackle the projects. The result is a superior guide on creating custom clothing., "Sewists of all levels who are curious about creating fashionable wardrobe pieces from start to finish will be overjoyed to find this book by Jewell, a well-known pattern designer. Beginning with explanations of sewing basics, fabrics, and must-have tools, the book offers tips and tricks that those new to the craft will appreciate. Experienced sewists can benefit too from the book's answers to questions they might have had during other projects. Jewell reminds readers that any body type can look chic and well put together in any style if the pattern is customized to their shape, and she strives to instill confidence in crafters nervous about drafting their own patterns. A welcome addition to sewing technique and pattern books."-- Library Journal
Dewey Decimal
687
Synopsis
Made to Measure guides you to create clothes that fit your body and your individual style, while learning pattern drafting, garment sewing, and customizing skills you can use for a lifetime., Made to Measure guides you to create clothes that fit your body and your individual style, while learning pattern drafting, garment sewing, and customizing skills you can use for a lifetime. Learn to draft and sew your own customized clothes that fit you perfectly and make you feel fantastic. You no longer need to feel confined by the boundaries of a sewing pattern in order to make clothes that fit beautifully and represent your style in a way that store-bought clothes never can. Designer and founder of popular pattern brand By Hand London Elisalex Jewell is known for designing beautiful, fun garments that look fabulous on women of all sizes. In Made to Measure , she guides sewers to create stylish garments while empowering them to learn new skills, be creative, and feel confident . Following an overview of essential sewing tools, a primer on fabrics, and a guide to essential sewing techniques, you will learn how to: Draft simple patterns based on your measurements Take a pattern from an existing garment Identify and fix common fit issues The sixteen pattern-free projects for dresses, skirts, tops, a pantsuit, and more are a springboard for creating a versatile, personalized wardrobe. The designs include: Sweet Shirred Top and Dress Faux-Cute Jumpsuit Paneled Wrap Skirt Prairie Dress Not Your Grandma's Quilted Circle Skirt Siren Slip Dress Refashioned Sweater Dress In todays world of fast fashion, sewing your own clothes is a wonderful way to slow down and create garments that are sustainable and unique . While most sewing books show you how to create garments from specific patterns, Made to Measure takes sewing clothes to the next level by allowing you to customize the designs to fit you . Whether youre new to sewing clothes or want to add to your garment-making skills, Made to Measure guides you to create a dream wardrobe that is tailored just for you., You no longer need to feel confined by the boundaries of a sewing pattern in order to make clothes that fit beautifully and represent your style. Designer and founder of popular pattern brand By Hand London, Elisalex Jewell is known for designing beautiful, fun garments that look fabulous on women of all sizes. In Made to Measure, she guides you to create stylish garments while empowering you to learn new skills, be creative, and feel confident. Following an overview of essential sewing tools, a primer on fabrics, and a guide to essential sewing techniques, you will learn how to: Draft simple patterns based on your measurements, Take a pattern from an existing garment, Identify and fix common fit issues, Hack the basic designs to make them truly unique, The 16 pattern-free projects for dresses, skirts, tops, a pantsuit, and more are a springboard for creating a versatile, personalized wardrobe and developing skills that will last a lifetime.
LC Classification Number
TT515.J49 2023
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