Informationen zum Autor Claire B. Shaeffer is a respected couture expert, fashion historian, lecturer, instructor, and author whose work has helped generations of sewers master professional garment construction techniques. She has written numerous books on sewing, tailoring, fabrics, and couture methods, including the bestselling Couture Sewing Techniques. Through her teaching, writing, and research, Shaeffer has become one of the most recognized authorities on couture sewing and fashion craftsmanship. She lives in California. Klappentext If you can sew, you can sew couture.Fashion historian and couture expert Claire B. Shaeffer opens the door to the techniques used in the world's most prestigious fashion houses. In this revised and updated edition of the classic reference, she demystifies couture garment construction and shows sewers how to apply professional methods to garments of every type.No one explains couture construction more clearly than Shaeffer. From hand sewing and edge finishes to closures, shaping, tailoring, and specialty fabrics, she reveals the techniques that give couture garments their exceptional fit, structure, and beauty. Inside you'll learn: Couture hand-sewing methods Edge finishes and professional garment details Closures, pockets, sleeves, and jackets Tailoring and garment shaping techniques Working with specialty fabrics Techniques for skirts, eveningwear, and more How to apply couture methods to your own projectsFeaturing hundreds of color photographs, detailed illustrations, and clear step-by-step instruction, Couture Sewing Techniques remains one of the most respected resources available for home sewers, dressmakers, tailoring enthusiasts, and fashion design students seeking professional results. 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 ...

Autorentext

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

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