A Stylish Guide to Classic Sewing: Explore 30 Timeless Garments with History, Styling & Tips for Ready-to-Wear Results

The authors of The Tunic Bible craft a "clever guide to the DIY creation of tried and true staples of a woman's wardrobe . . . truly inspiring" (Publishers Weekly).

Discover the secrets to sewing a stylish wardrobe with staying power! This spirited guide walks you through thirty timeless garments to make for yourself, including a must-have button-up shirt, tailored trousers, a flattering A-line dress, and the indispensable modern classic pencil skirt. With a conversational narrative, the authors have created an engaging, informative guide to sewing by tracing the origins of each garment, along with styling and sewing tips, charming fashion illustrations, and a modeled photo gallery.

Pencil skirt pattern and instructions included!

"This delightfully illustrated book featuring a conversational narrative chronicles 30 beloved classic silhouettes that lie at the core of women's wardrobes . . . Each garment chapter laced with fascinating facts and trivia tidbits gives new meaning to why we wear what we wear . . . [a] keen guide to creating a fresh collection of timeless garments." —Elysian

"It should be inspirational to those just beginning to sew for themselves as well as those who just aspire to it! . . . With this book in hand, you will both sew and dress with confidence and style." —Fifty Dresses

"This book is so well-written and the illustrations are amazing." —Girls in the Garden

© 2019 C&T Publishing (E-bog): 9781617458736

Udgivelsesdato

E-bog: 8. november 2019