
eBook - ePub
The Complete Book of Sewing - Dressmaking and Sewing for the Home Made Easy
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- English
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eBook - ePub
The Complete Book of Sewing - Dressmaking and Sewing for the Home Made Easy
About this book
This vintage book contains a complete handbook of sewing, with information on all aspects ranging from altering patterns to fastening buttons. Written in plain language and full of helpful tips, "The Complete Book of Sewing" constitutes a must-have for anyone with an interest in sewing, and would make for a worthy addition to the family collection. Contents include: "Choosing the right Clothes", "How to Choose the Right Fabrics", "Sewing Tools and How to Make them Work For You", "Seams", "Darts, Tucks and Pleats", "Gathers, Ruffles, and Headings", "Hems, Facing, Bindings", "Embroidery Anu Appliqué", "Time-Saving Measurement Routines", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sewing and needlework.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Foreword
- Acknowledgements
- Contents
- Chapter I—Choosing the Right Clothes
- Chapter II—How to Choose the Right Fabrics
- Chapter III—Sewing Tools and How to Make Them Work for You
- Chapter IV—The A B C’s of Stitches—Basic Instructions in Sewing
- Chapter V—Seams
- Chapter VI—Darts, Tucks, and Pleats
- Chapter VII—Gathers, Ruffles, and Headings
- Chapter VIII—Hems, Facings, Bindings
- Chapter IX—Embroidery and Applique
- Chapter X—Time-Saving Measurement Routines
- Chapter XI—How to Alter a Pattern
- Chapter XII—The Science of Cutting
- Chapter XIII—How to Baste
- Chapter XIV—How to Make Fitting Alterations
- Chapter XV—Becoming Necklines
- Chapter XVI—Collars, Vests, and Dickies
- Chapter XVII—Sleeves
- Chapter XVIII—Smooth Fitting Waistlines
- Chapter XIX—Fasteners—From Buttons to Zippers
- Chapter XX—Time-Saving Details and Pockets
- Chapter XXI—Trimmings
- Chapter XXII—Points to Remember about Utility Clothes and Tailored Classics
- Chapter XXIII—Points to Remember about Everyday and Sport Clothes
- Chapter XXIV—Points to Remember about Afternoon Dresses and Formals
- Chapter XXV—Points to Remember about Cotton Garments
- Chapter XXVI—Maternity Dresses and Infants’ Wear
- Chapter XXVII—How to Make Coats and Jackets
- Chapter XXVIII—Underwear for All the Family
- Chapter XXIX—Teaching Your Daughter to Sew
- Chapter XXX—Accessories and Gifts
- Chapter XXXI—The Care of Clothes
- Chapter XXXII—The Fine Art of Mending
- Chapter XXXIII—Restyling—Remodeling—Remaking
- Chapter XXIV—Holding a Room Together
- Chapter XXXV—Fabrics for the Home
- Chapter XXXVI—Slipcovers
- Chapter XXXVII—Bedspreads, Couch Covers, and Dressing-Table Skirts
- Chapter XXXVIII—Curtain Rods to Suit the Curtains
- Chapter XXXIX—How to Make Curtains
- Chapter XL—How to Make Formal Draperies
- Chapter XLI—Measurements for Home Sewing
- Chapter XLII—Covering and Re-Covering Lampshades
- Chapter XLIII—Camps, Recreation and Children’s Rooms
- Chapter XLIV—Old Curtains for New Windows
- Chapter XLV—Quilting Spreads and Accessories
- Ready Reference Guide