A Beginner's Guide to Making Skirts

A Beginner's Guide to Making Skirts

Author: Wendy Ward

Publisher: CICO Books

Published: 2016-10-25

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781782493709

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All the techniques, clear step-by-step artworks, and patterns you need to make 24 wonderful skirts All the techniques, clear step-by-step artworks, and patterns you need to make 24 wonderful skirts INCLUDES THREE FULL SIZE PATTERN SHEETS FOR US DRESS SIZES 4 TO 22 Follow Wendy Ward’s tutorials to make a wide range of stylish skirts. From 8 basic shapes—circle, A-line, stretch pencil, wrap, bubble, tailored pencil, front-opening, and culottes—you will learn the skills to make variations that have pockets, color blocking, gathers, ruching, darts, and much more. All the basic techniques you will need are also explained, so you’ll feel confident with essentials like inserting zippers, attaching waistbands, gathering, pleats, making buttonholes, and adding linings. There are also handy hints and tips on how to take measurements and on choosing the right fabric. Skirts are the perfect first garment for beginner dressmakers, and there are some really simple designs here—the jersey pencil skirt is just two pieces of fabric with an elasticated waistband! So arm yourself with this book, some fabric, and Wendy’s sewing wisdom, and you’ll be on your way to updating your wardrobe with unique skirts that are a perfect fit.


Easy Guide to Sewing Skirts

Easy Guide to Sewing Skirts

Author: Marcy Tilton

Publisher: Taunton

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9781561580880

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Provides step-by-step instructions for skirt construction, including techniques for pockets, darts, waistbands, pleats, and hems


Sew What! Skirts

Sew What! Skirts

Author: Francesca DenHartog

Publisher: David & Charles Publishers

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 126

ISBN-13: 9780715326954

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With full colour photographs and simple step-by-step instructions, this book demonstrates the craft of making skirts that express your own unique look and personality.


Skirt-a-day Sewing

Skirt-a-day Sewing

Author: Nicole Smith

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Published: 2013-01-01

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1603429743

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A guide for sewing enthusiasts of all levels, written by a regular contributor to Stitch magazine, demonstrates how to draft a skirt pattern for custom fits and incorporate alterations into four basic silhouette styles, outlining essential techniques while explaining how to redesign each skirt for distinctive looks. Original.


A Stylish Guide to Classic Sewing

A Stylish Guide to Classic Sewing

Author: Sarah Gunn

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2019-11-08

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 1617458732

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The authors of The Tunic Bible craft a “clever guide to the DIY creation of tried and true staples of a woman’s wardrobe . . . truly inspiring” (Publishers Weekly). Discover the secrets to sewing a stylish wardrobe with staying power! This spirited guide walks you through thirty timeless garments to make for yourself, including a must-have button-up shirt, tailored trousers, a flattering A-line dress, and the indispensable modern classic pencil skirt. With a conversational narrative, the authors have created an engaging, informative guide to sewing by tracing the origins of each garment, along with styling and sewing tips, charming fashion illustrations, and a modeled photo gallery. Pencil skirt pattern and instructions included! “This delightfully illustrated book featuring a conversational narrative chronicles 30 beloved classic silhouettes that lie at the core of women’s wardrobes . . . Each garment chapter laced with fascinating facts and trivia tidbits gives new meaning to why we wear what we wear . . . [a] keen guide to creating a fresh collection of timeless garments.” —Elysian “It should be inspirational to those just beginning to sew for themselves as well as those who just aspire to it! . . . With this book in hand, you will both sew and dress with confidence and style.” —Fifty Dresses “This book is so well-written and the illustrations are amazing.” —Girls in the Garden


The Essential A-line

The Essential A-line

Author: Jona Giammalva

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1607056690

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Offers instructions on sewing an A-line skirt, shares alternative projects made from the same pattern, and discusses the equipment needed to create them.


Easy Guide to Sewing Linings

Easy Guide to Sewing Linings

Author: Connie Long

Publisher: Taunton

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 9781561582259

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Discusses all of the available options when adding linings to clothing, explaining how to make a lining pattern when the garment pattern doesn't include one, how to choose the best lining style, and how to line different types of fabric


Sew Sweet Handmade Clothes for Girls

Sew Sweet Handmade Clothes for Girls

Author: Yuki Araki

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2014-09-09

Total Pages: 291

ISBN-13: 1462916104

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Make your own cute and fashionable clothes for girls with this easy-to-use sewing book. Author, Yuki Araki is one of the most recognized names in the growing sewing-for-children movement. The mother of two daughters, Araki has become a DIY sewing favorite because she knows what young girls want. They like to wear stylish clothes that also let them play with ease. Moms adore the relaxed aesthetic of Araki's simple mix-and-match play clothes and accessories, and young girls are happy wearing them because they're both cute and comfortable. Best suited for girls from two to five years old, the sewing patterns in this Japanese sewing book are simple, casual, and look good on any girl. Araki provides westernized patterns in four sizes, plus diagrams and instructions for twenty-two pieces. Simple lines give kids room to move, and the classic styles look good on any frame. Sewing designs include: Shoulder-tie camisole top and dress Classic smock shirt and dress Four variations of a basic elastic-waist skirt Shorts and easy-breezy kid-style leggings to pair with any top Button-front and pullover tops Adorable bucket hat Moms will love dressing their girls in these economical and easy-to-make clothes. Nothing could be simpler—or sweeter!


Easy Guide to Sewing Pants

Easy Guide to Sewing Pants

Author: Lynn MacIntyre

Publisher: Taunton

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 159

ISBN-13: 9781561582334

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Explains how to make a properly fitted pair of pants from start to finish, with tips on taking measurements, choosing patterns and fabrics, adjusting commercial patterns, and adding zippers and waistbands