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How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns: From storebought patterns to drafting your own: a complete guide to fashion sewi,New
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An accomplished fashion designer shows people who make their own garments how to improve on storebought sewing patterns by adjusting the clothing item's length and other details to reflect personal taste and create a custom fit. The book's opening chapters present an illustrated guide to the tools, equipment, and fabrics needed for making garments, while also serving as a miniature textbook to teach basic sewing techniques. Chapters that follow offer detailed instruction in adapting and altering a storebought pattern to suit individual tastes. Alterations include adding flare, and modifying the shapes of bodices, arm holes, neck lines, sleeves, and skirts. The book's concluding chapters instruct on designing one's own patterns from scratch. Author Lee Hollahan demonstrates to her readers that once they understand how to adapt a storebought pattern, they are well on their way to custom designing their own wardrobe. More than 500 instructive illustrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns'? A: The book focuses on guiding readers in improving store-bought sewing patterns by making personalized adjustments to achieve a custom fit and enhance their fashion sewing skills.
- Q: Who is the author of this sewing guide? A: The author of the book is Lee Hollahan, an accomplished fashion designer with expertise in garment making.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn how to adapt and alter sewing patterns, basic sewing techniques, and how to design their own patterns from scratch.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book includes an illustrated guide to tools, equipment, and fabrics, making it suitable for beginners as well as more experienced sewists.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 144 pages filled with valuable information and over 500 instructive illustrations.
- Q: What types of alterations does the book cover? A: The book covers a variety of alterations including adjusting lengths, modifying bodice shapes, armholes, necklines, sleeves, and skirts.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it durable and portable for sewing enthusiasts.
- Q: When was 'How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns' published? A: The book was published on March 1, 2010.
- Q: Is this book helpful for designing custom clothing? A: Yes, the book teaches readers how to adapt existing patterns and create their own designs, making it a helpful resource for custom clothing.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is described as being in 'Very Good' condition, ensuring that it is suitable for reading and reference.