The Complete Book of Sewing - Dressmaking and Sewing for the Home Made Easy
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The Complete Book of Sewing - Dressmaking and Sewing for the Home Made Easy

  1. 831 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
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

  1. Cover
  2. Title
  3. Foreword
  4. Acknowledgements
  5. Contents
  6. Chapter I—Choosing the Right Clothes
  7. Chapter II—How to Choose the Right Fabrics
  8. Chapter III—Sewing Tools and How to Make Them Work for You
  9. Chapter IV—The A B C’s of Stitches—Basic Instructions in Sewing
  10. Chapter V—Seams
  11. Chapter VI—Darts, Tucks, and Pleats
  12. Chapter VII—Gathers, Ruffles, and Headings
  13. Chapter VIII—Hems, Facings, Bindings
  14. Chapter IX—Embroidery and Applique
  15. Chapter X—Time-Saving Measurement Routines
  16. Chapter XI—How to Alter a Pattern
  17. Chapter XII—The Science of Cutting
  18. Chapter XIII—How to Baste
  19. Chapter XIV—How to Make Fitting Alterations
  20. Chapter XV—Becoming Necklines
  21. Chapter XVI—Collars, Vests, and Dickies
  22. Chapter XVII—Sleeves
  23. Chapter XVIII—Smooth Fitting Waistlines
  24. Chapter XIX—Fasteners—From Buttons to Zippers
  25. Chapter XX—Time-Saving Details and Pockets
  26. Chapter XXI—Trimmings
  27. Chapter XXII—Points to Remember about Utility Clothes and Tailored Classics
  28. Chapter XXIII—Points to Remember about Everyday and Sport Clothes
  29. Chapter XXIV—Points to Remember about Afternoon Dresses and Formals
  30. Chapter XXV—Points to Remember about Cotton Garments
  31. Chapter XXVI—Maternity Dresses and Infants’ Wear
  32. Chapter XXVII—How to Make Coats and Jackets
  33. Chapter XXVIII—Underwear for All the Family
  34. Chapter XXIX—Teaching Your Daughter to Sew
  35. Chapter XXX—Accessories and Gifts
  36. Chapter XXXI—The Care of Clothes
  37. Chapter XXXII—The Fine Art of Mending
  38. Chapter XXXIII—Restyling—Remodeling—Remaking
  39. Chapter XXIV—Holding a Room Together
  40. Chapter XXXV—Fabrics for the Home
  41. Chapter XXXVI—Slipcovers
  42. Chapter XXXVII—Bedspreads, Couch Covers, and Dressing-Table Skirts
  43. Chapter XXXVIII—Curtain Rods to Suit the Curtains
  44. Chapter XXXIX—How to Make Curtains
  45. Chapter XL—How to Make Formal Draperies
  46. Chapter XLI—Measurements for Home Sewing
  47. Chapter XLII—Covering and Re-Covering Lampshades
  48. Chapter XLIII—Camps, Recreation and Children’s Rooms
  49. Chapter XLIV—Old Curtains for New Windows
  50. Chapter XLV—Quilting Spreads and Accessories
  51. Ready Reference Guide