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The Tailoring Book
Measuring. Cutting. Fitting. Altering. Finishing
By: Alison Smith
Hardcover | 1 August 2024 | Edition Number 1
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With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering and finishing, this is the only book you will need to create and alter a tailored garment.
Alison Smith MBE is one of the world's leading tailoring experts, and, in her new book, she reveals trade secrets and all the practical know-how necessary to master this heritage craft. The Tailoring Book is the latest title in Smith's best-selling sewing series and covers everything from choosing patterns and fabrics, to fitting and construction, including techniques that can be applied to both womens- and menswear.
Discover everything you need to know to tailor garments - from selecting the right tools, to creating a toile, and picking the perfect hand stitch. Through 10 detailed garment projects, including shirts, jackets, coats, and trousers, you'll master the techniques of tailoring, with step-by-step instructions and downloadable patterns that guide you through every part of the process.
Whether you want to alter a vintage jacket or create a full tailored suit, this comprehensive reference guide has everything you need to produce elegant, bespoke garments that can last a lifetime.
About the Author
Alison Smith MBE is one of the UK's most celebrated fashion and textile teachers and one of DK's best-selling authors. Her School of Sewing, based in Leicestershire, has been open for over 30 years, and in 2013 Alison was awarded an MBE for services to Sewing and Corsetry. She hosts her own online teaching platform - the School of Sewing Members Club. Alison has also taught at Liberty London.
About the Author
Alison Smith MBE is one of the UK's most celebrated fashion and textile teachers and one of DK's best-selling authors. Her School of Sewing, based in Leicestershire, has been open for over 30 years, and in 2013 Alison was awarded an MBE for services to Sewing and Corsetry. She hosts her own online teaching platform - the School of Sewing Members Club. Alison has also taught at Liberty London.
ISBN: 9780241641255
ISBN-10: 024164125X
Published: 1st August 2024
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 304
Audience: General Adult
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Country of Publication: GB
Edition Number: 1
Dimensions (cm): 28.2 x 23.6 x 2.5
Weight (kg): 1.53
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