Jackets for Real People

Jackets for Real People
Title Jackets for Real People PDF eBook
Author Marta Alto
Publisher Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
Pages 0
Release 2006
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 9780935278668

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This new edition of a popular tailoring guide is double in size, adds color photography, and features new and speedier techniques that embrace fusible interfacing and an all-machine-sewn lining technique used in ready-to-wear. More than 700 photos and illustrations accompany instructions detailed enough to allow a beginner who has never taken a sewing class to glide through chapters on patterns and fabrics, proper cutting and marking, methods for pressing and seam finishing, and how-tos that ensure a perfect fit. The choice and tailoring of collars, buttonholes, pockets, and mitered back vents are shown to create individuality and flair, while special sections provide information about stripes and plaids, men's jackets, finishing touches, and helpful tools and notions.

Pants for Real People

Pants for Real People
Title Pants for Real People PDF eBook
Author Marta Alto
Publisher Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
Pages 624
Release 2012-03-01
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1618470353

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This pattern book features step-by-step instructions on fitting and sewing pants for women of all body types using the twin techniques of tissue fitting and fabric fitting. Important sewing choices are highlighted, including choosing fabrics, selecting appropriate alteration tools, and finding styles that are most flattering. The fit-as-you-sew process of making pants is illustrated with progressive photographs and step-by-step illustrations. A variety of styles are covered, including nonroll, expandable, and contour waistbands; side seam and patched pockets; and easy hems and cuffs. This updated second edition features refinements to the fitting and sewing information and has added instructions on the fitting and sewing of jeans and no-side-seam pants.

The Palmer Pletsch Complete Guide to Fitting

The Palmer Pletsch Complete Guide to Fitting
Title The Palmer Pletsch Complete Guide to Fitting PDF eBook
Author Pati Palmer
Publisher Sewing for Real People
Pages 0
Release 2018-09
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 9781618471017

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Includes text from the previously published title, Fit for real people.

Fit for Real People

Fit for Real People
Title Fit for Real People PDF eBook
Author Pati Palmer
Publisher Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
Pages 0
Release 2006-09
Genre Clothing and dress
ISBN 9780935278651

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Presented in a new edition that adds updated pattern industry news and revised rules for selecting pattern size, this easy and practical fitting system requires no measuring, no drafting skills, no muslin mock-ups--and it works with all brands of tissue paper patterns. Real people of all ages are featured in photographs that explain the steps of cutting out pattern pieces, pinning them together, and adjusting the fit. Special attention is paid to tricky challenges such as accommodating a full bustline, adjusting sleeves, or reworking a garment to make it more flattering, as well as alternative fitting methods such as draping and computer design. Metric conversion charts, charts for comparing pattern company bodice measurements, and a history of American dress design ( Just where did size 10 come from?) make this book a versatile reference.

Knits for Real People

Knits for Real People
Title Knits for Real People PDF eBook
Author Susan Neall
Publisher Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
Pages 162
Release 2015-06-01
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1618470442

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Unsure how to sew the new knits so they'll look great and fit better than ready-to-wear? Knits for Real People helps readers sort out the differences in fabric types and explains the fitting and sewing techniques for each. Photographs of knit fashions from McCall's, Vogue, and Butterick pattern companies provide inspiration throughout the book and illustrate the many types of knits. The many techniques explained include: layout, cutting, and marking; seaming techniques using sewing machines and sergers, including the use of the differential feed feature; creative embellishments, including piping, flounces, "peepers," and decorative serging; neckline and edge finishes, including bands, collars, and bindings; sleeves, hems and closures; and fitting techniques for tops, pants, and activewear. Knit fabrics are very popular in fabric stores and this book helps people take advantage by teaching how to fit patterns for this versatile material.

Tailoring

Tailoring
Title Tailoring PDF eBook
Author Creative Publishing International
Publisher Creative Publishing International
Pages 130
Release 2011-05
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1589236092

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Tailoring is the complete photo guide to sewing jackets and coats. Written by sewing professionals, this book teaches the trusted, proven methods for sewing tailored jackets with impeccable details and perfect fit. Written for the intermediate sewer who wants to move on to more challenging projects, this book ensures success with detailed, step-by-step instructions, more than 400 photos, in-depth discussions about products and how to use them. Tailoring offers guidance for every aspect of tailoring a jacket: fitting and pattern alteration, fabrics and tools, interfacings, interlinings, seams and finishes, hand stitches, collars, pressing, topstitching, shaping shoulders, setting in sleeves, sewing pockets, vents, and making perfect buttonholes.

New Complete Guide to Sewing

New Complete Guide to Sewing
Title New Complete Guide to Sewing PDF eBook
Author
Publisher Readers Digest
Pages 414
Release 2002
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 0762104201

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Provides general instructions for fitting, constructing, tailoring, and finishing women's, men's, and children's clothing and for making curtains and bedcoverings.