Practical Sewing Techniques

ISBN-13: 9781408127483 / Angielski / Miękka / 2011 / 144 str.

Ruth Sleigh-Johnson

Opis

A general introduction to the basic skills of sewing practice, this excellent practical guide gives learners a solid foundation from which to expand their sewing confidence. It is also a handy reference tool for those with more experience.Basic techniques for sewing by hand and using a sewing machine are clearly explained, including essentials such as hand-sewing buttons, hems, stitches, seams, setting up the sewing machine and choosing fabrics. Explanations of more advanced sewing techniques, such as making collars, cuffs, pockets or alterations to existing garments, show you how to adapt and refine design details to suit your own projects.

Spis treści

GETTING STARTEDSewing by hand to make and mend, handsewing buttons, hems, mending, etc.How to become a confident machinist - setting up your machine - sewing in a straight line - going round corners - getting curves right. Choosing and caring for fabric.CONSTRUCTIONStitches: temporary joining, neatening, decorative; Seams: French, flat, raw-edged; Fastenings: zips, buttonholes, hooks and loops; Hems: by machine, by handDARTS GATHERS TUCKS and PLEATSLININGS INTERFACINGS and FACINGSDESIGN DETAILS Sleeves, collars and cuffs, pocketsFINISHING TOUCHES Binding and piping, frills, smocking, roleau hoops and rosettesMAKING Start to finish in sixty minutes. Skirts: A-line, dirndl, and circle; Dresses: shift, kaftan and empire; Tops: T-shirt, blouse and vest; Cushions: pillowslips, bags and tablelinen