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1) Get Into Dressmaking

Series

Get Into Dressmaking

Publisher

Our Media Limited

Language

English

Description

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Get to Dressmaking today with this ultimate guide to sewing your own clothes from Simply Sewing magazine. Whether you're completely new to sewing, inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee or looking to rediscover some long-lost skills, our Get into Dressmaking collection will take you through all the essential tools, techniques, advice and projects you need to get started on your sewing journey. Inside this bumper magazine, you'll find

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2) Dressmaking: the indispensable guide

Author

Fallon, Jules

Publisher

Firefly Books

Pub. Date

2017.

Language

English

Description

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A practical illustrated guide to techniques, tools and troubleshooting from a couture dressmaker. It features scores of step-by-step sequences showing every kind of technique, from using and adapting paper patterns, to couture-inspired seaming techniques that will take garment-making skills to a new level.

3) Beginners Guide to Dressmaking 2023

Series

Beginners Guide to Dressmaking 2023

Publisher

Our Media Limited

Language

English

Description

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Get started on your dressmaking journey today with this ultimate keep-forever guide from Simply Sewing magazine. Whether you're completely new to sewing, inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee or looking to rediscover some long-lost skills, the Beginner's Guide to Dressmaking will take you through all the essential tools, techniques, advice and projects you need to make something you'll love wearing! Inside you'll find 132 pages

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4) Authentic Victorian Dressmaking Techniques

Author

Harris, Kristina

Language

English

Description

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This vintage how-to manual - the first modern American sewing book - provided turn-of-the-century seamstresses with clear instructions for altering patterns, hand-sewing stitches, and creating shirt-blouses, skirts, wedding and evening gowns, coats, maternity wear, undergarments, children's clothing and other apparel. Also details lost arts like boning a bodice, creating bust enhancers, more.

5) Pattern Making for Dressmaking and Needlework

Author

Wallbank, Emily

Language

English

6) Dressmaking: a manual for schools and colleges

Author

Fales, Jane

Language

English

Formats

Book, eBook

Description

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This early work on dressmaking is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It contains information on costume making, pattern design, skirts and much more. This is a fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended for anyone interested in the art of dressmaking. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality,...

7) Woman's Institute Library Of Dressmaking - Tailored Pockets

Author

Authors, Various

Language

English

8) Woman's Institute Library Of Dressmaking: Tailored Garments - Essentials Of Tailoring, Tailored

Author

Picken, Mary Brooks

Language

English

9) Woman's Dress: A Collection of Vintage Articles on Dressmaking, Millinery and Tailoring

Author

Authors, Various

Language

English

Description

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This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on writings for women. The titles in this range include "The Lady of Quality" "Women and the Arts" "Woman in Love" and many more. This particular instalment,...

10) Institute Of Domestic Arts And Sciences: Drafting And Plain Dressmaking Part 3

Author

Picken, Mary Brooks

Language

English

Description

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

11) The Complete Book of Sewing: Dressmaking and Sewing for the Home Made Easy

Author

Talbot, Constance

Language

English

Description

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This useful book provides a complete guide to sewing. With forty-five chapters including 'The A B C's of Stitches - Basic Instructions in Sewing', 'Embroidery and Applique', 'How to Make Coats and Jackets' and 'How to Make Curtains', this book will prove itself invaluable in any home.

12) First Steps In Dressmaking - Essential Stitches And Seams, Easy Garment Making, Individualizing T

Author

Anon

Language

English

Description

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

13) Needlework and Crafts: Every Woman's Book on the Arts of Plain Sewing, Embroidery, Dressmaking and Home Crafts

Author

Davison, Irene

Language

English

Description

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Originally published in the 1900s, this book contains extensive detailed information on the many aspects of stitchery and needlecraft. Alongside these detailed answers to many needlecraft questions you will find intricate diagrams and photographic plates, making this an excellent addition to the bookshelf of anyone with an interest in the subject.

14) Dressmaking: the easy guide

Author

Rhiannon, Helen

Publisher

Search Press

Pub. Date

2023.

Language

English

Description

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"From just 5 basic patterns elements, learn to mix and match these elements to create over 80 different bespoke garments that are unique to you. With full-size patterns to cater for dress sizes 2 to 42"--