Informationen zum Autor Claire Shaeffer is an internationally respected author, lecturer, college instructor and columnist. Her innovative sewing techniques and easy-to-read instructions have guided readers and students through many sewing facets of the garment industry. She wrote the celebrated Couture Sewing Techniques for Taunton Press and has authored and starred in a multitude of successful videos on couture sewing. Klappentext The world of haute couture is a place where only a privileged few can ever hope to reside, right? Wrong. Fashion historian Claire B. Shaeffer opened the door to this exclusive realm in her authoritative guide to the techniques that define couture sewing. And now, the industry bible, "Couture Sewing Techniques," has been revised and updated throughout -- with new photos and a chapter on specialty fabrics. No one can unravel couture garment construction the way Schaeffer can, from the art of hand sewing to mastering edge finishes, from classic closures to shaping a garment for a perfect fit. Readers learn all the basics -- and more importantly: how to apply the techniques -- on skirts and sleeves, pockets and jackets, evening gowns, and more. Gorgeous photos, clear illustrations, and concise language combine to make this the most complete couture-sewing course available. Zusammenfassung A guide to the techniques that define couture sewing. It helps sewers of various skill levels with an interest in fashion sewing learn the basics for skirts and sleeves! pockets and jackets! evening gowns and more! as well as! how to apply the techniques. Inhaltsverzeichnis Part One Inside the World of Haute Couture The Art of Hand Sewing Shaping the Garment: Seams, Darts, and Pressing Techniques Edge Finishes: Hems, Facings, and Bindings Closures Part Two Applying Couture Techniques Skirts & Pants Blouses & Dresses Sleeves Pockets Jackets & Coats Designing with Fabric Special Occasions Selected Glossary of Terms Metric Conversion Chart Bibliography Resources Index ...

Klappentext

If you can sew, you can sew couture! Couture Sewing Techniques is your essential guide to mastering the exquisite techniques used in the ateliers of haute couture.

This beautifully illustrated book, recently completely updated, demystifies the art of couture sewing, empowering sewers of all skill levels to elevate their craft

Elevate your sewing projects and create stunning, couture-quality garments with Couture Sewing Techniques. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced sewer aiming to perfect your skills, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone passionate about sewing.

Key Features:

• Accessible Techniques: No matter your experience level, you'll find that the techniques are achievable with time, patience, and practice.

• Gorgeous Visuals: With stunning photography and step-by-step illustrations, this book not only instructs but also inspires.

• Concise Instructions: Clear and technical guidance will help you build your skills and enhance your sewing repertoire, allowing you to create garments with a professional finish.

• Comprehensive Coverage: With 250 pages of content, you’ll explore a wide array of couture techniques that will expand your horizons and refine your sewing skills.

  Zusammenfassung
  A guide to the techniques that define couture sewing. It helps sewers of various skill levels with an interest in fashion sewing learn the basics for skirts and sleeves, pockets and jackets, evening gowns and more, as well as, how to apply the techniques.

  Inhalt

  Part One

  Inside the World of Haute Couture

  The Art of Hand Sewing

  Shaping the Garment: Seams, Darts, and Pressing Techniques

  Edge Finishes: Hems, Facings, and Bindings

  Closures

  Part Two

  Applying Couture Techniques

  Skirts & Pants

  Blouses & Dresses

  Sleeves

  Pockets

  Jackets & Coats

  Designing with Fabric

  Special Occasions

  Selected Glossary of Terms
  Metric Conversion Chart
  Bibliography
  Resources
  Index