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Couture sewing techniques / Claire B. Shaeffer.

By: Publication details: Newtown, CT : Taunton Press, c2011.Edition: Rev. and updated [ed.]Description: 250 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cmISBN:
  • 9781600853357 (pbk.)
  • 1600853358 (pbk.)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 646.4 22
LOC classification:
  • TT515 .S483 2011
Other classification:
  • CRA035000
Contents:
Inside the world of Haute Couture -- The art of hand sewing -- Shaping the garment -- Edge finishes -- Closures -- Skirts & pants -- Blouses & dresses -- Sleeves -- Pockets -- Jackets & coats -- Designing with fabric -- Special occassions.
Summary: "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"--Provided by publisher.Summary: "Best-selling couture sewing reference that presents in clear photos and illustrations and concise prose the basics and applications of couture sewing, as well as its cultural importance"--Provided by publisher.
Holdings
Item type Current library Shelving location Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Book Book NMC Library Stacks TT515 .S483 2011 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 33039001182798

Includes bibliographical references (p. 244-246) and index.

"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"--Provided by publisher.

"Best-selling couture sewing reference that presents in clear photos and illustrations and concise prose the basics and applications of couture sewing, as well as its cultural importance"--Provided by publisher.

Inside the world of Haute Couture -- The art of hand sewing -- Shaping the garment -- Edge finishes -- Closures -- Skirts & pants -- Blouses & dresses -- Sleeves -- Pockets -- Jackets & coats -- Designing with fabric -- Special occassions.

"Taunton product #071322"--P. [4] of cover.

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