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Understanding and Adjusting Sewing Patterns - by Gill McBride (Paperback)

Name: Understanding and Adjusting Sewing Patterns - by Gill McBride (Paperback)
Brand: Crowood Press (UK)
SKU: 1009233358
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Highlights

Everyone feels good and looks better in well-fitted clothes.
About the Author: Gill McBride is an experienced seamstress who is passionate about her work.
96 Pages
Crafts + Hobbies, Sewing

Description

About the Book

A practical book that explains how to understand your patterns better and learn how to fit the garments you make.

Book Synopsis

Everyone feels good and looks better in well-fitted clothes. This practical book explains how to make garments that really fit you and flatter your shape. It is a step-by-step guide to understanding fully what is included on a sewing pattern envelope and the contents within, so that you can make the clothes you want look amazing. Aimed at those home sewers who have no confidence in fitting, this book will be your best friend and will guide you through the process of sewing successful clothes with a professional fit and finish.Fully explains the information on the pattern envelope and how to use it. Gives detailed help on deciding what size of pattern you should cut and how to use the different sizes when cutting your pattern. Provides clear instructions on taking key body measurements, and tips for seeing and understanding what your body shape actually is. Explains how to fit on a dressform and how to adjust a dressform so that it resembles your personal size and shape. Encourages you to be confident and creative, and to take the next step with your dressmaking.

About the Author

Gill McBride is an experienced seamstress who is passionate about her work. She opened a successful sewing school over ten years ago - Sewing with Gill - which is now based in Perthshire. Her clear and enthusiastic approach has been enjoyed by her students for years, and is now evident in this essential guide.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 9.4 Inches (H) x 6.6 Inches (W) x .3 Inches (D)

Weight: .55 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 96

Genre: Crafts + Hobbies

Sub-Genre: Sewing

Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)

Format: Paperback

Author: Gill McBride

Language: English

Street Date: July 19, 2018

TCIN: 1009233358

UPC: 9781785004476

Item Number (DPCI): 247-37-4368

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.3 inches length x 6.6 inches width x 9.4 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.55 pounds

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