Woman's Dress - A Collection of Vintage Articles on Dressmaking, Millinery and Tailoring

Woman's Dress - A Collection of Vintage Articles on Dressmaking, Millinery and Tailoring

Author: Various

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2016-08-26

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 1473356849

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This curated selection of vintage articles is an invaluable resource for anyone passionate about dressmaking, millinery, and tailoring women’s clothing. Woman's Dress is a comprehensive collection of tips and techniques from the golden age of fashion craftsmanship. Readers will find step-by-step instructions for creating exquisite dresses, skirts, blouses, and other garments, as well as expert guidance on hat making and the finer points of tailoring. The articles, written by experienced practitioners and fashion experts of their time, cover a broad range of topics, including fabric selection, pattern drafting, sewing techniques, and finishing touches. Reviving the charm and sophistication of vintage dressmaking, Woman's Dress not only preserves the technical knowledge of the past but also captures the elegance and style of golden-age fashion.


The Art of Dressing

The Art of Dressing

Author: Tziporah Salamon

Publisher: Rizzoli Publications

Published: 2021-03-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 0789339951

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A style guide for women over 50 years of age, in the vein of Advanced Style (the only other style guide on the market for older women), but with more in-depth profiles of a range of stylish older women, combining inspiration with how-to instruction on how to put together beautiful stylish outfits according to every woman's individual style. Style icon Tziporah Salamon profiles an A list of the most stylish older women of today, showcasing their best outfits and revealing their closets, while imparting practical tips on how to put together beautiful outfits while expressing your own personal style.


The One Hour Dress

The One Hour Dress

Author: Mary Brooks Picken

Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media

Published: 2017-03-10

Total Pages: 20

ISBN-13: 9781635610291

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In 1924, author Mary Brooks Picken perfected her method of creating sixteen different dress styles while serving as Director of Instruction at the Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts & Sciences. Detailed, numbered illustrations take the reader through ten simple steps to creating an almost infinite variety of dresses.


Sew Retro

Sew Retro

Author: Judi Ketteler

Publisher: Voyageur Press

Published: 2010-07-10

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 1610605039

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Sewing never goes out of style, and today it is more popular than ever! Sew Retro offers twenty-five stylish, vintage-inspired sewing projects—beautiful bags, essential skirts, unique pillows, and more—that are a pleasure to sew, thanks to easy instructions, helpful diagrams, and a pocket of ten full-size patterns. This fun, inspirational book also uncovers sewing’s colorful history, from the introduction of the sewing machine to the modern DIY movement, and features interviews with today’s hottest fabric and pattern designers, including Amy Butler, Betz White, Barbara Brackman, Emma Brennan, Judie Rothermel, and Kathy Miller of Michael Miller Fabrics. Filled with gorgeous project photography and quirky vintage illustrations that bring the 1920s, 1940s, 1950s, and beyond to life, Sew Retro celebrates sewing yesterday and today. Learn more about Sew Retro and enjoy bonus projects and tutorials at www.sewretrothebook.com!


Millinery Hat Making Patterns Manual 1925 Reprint

Millinery Hat Making Patterns Manual 1925 Reprint

Author: Jane Loewen

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2012-09-12

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 1300180927

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Millinery - This vintage book on hat making by Jane Loewen is easily the most complete millinery instructions from the 1920's! This book has 217 pages of step-by-step instructions with numerous illustrations on timeless hat making techniques. Jane Loewen is a Formerly Millinery Instructor at the University of Chicago; Originator of Jane Hedden Hat Patterns; Author of Numerous Works and Articles on Millinery and Designing. This book is a reprint of the classic Millinery book by NovusVintage.com. Learn how to make wire frames; molded frames; pattern frames; crowns; fabric hats; braid hats; transparent hats; draped hats; tailored trimmings; dress-hat trimmings; and remodeled hats.


The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking

The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking

Author: Lauren Stowell

Publisher: PAGE STREET PUB

Published: 2017-11-21

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 1624144535

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"This comprehensive guide will walk you through how to make and wear your 18th century dream gown. [The authors] have endeavored to ... [bring] historically accurate dressmaking techniques into your sewing room. Learn how to make four of the most iconic 18th century silhouettes--the English Gown, Sacque Gown, Italian Gown and Round Gown--using the same hand sewing techniques done by historic dressmakers. From large hoops to full bums, wool petticoats to grand silk gowns, ruffled aprons to big feathered hats, this manual has project patterns and instructions for every level of 18th century sewing enthusiast"--Amazon.com.


Dressmaking Made Easy

Dressmaking Made Easy

Author: Amy Barickman

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016-03-15

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781523284702

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The Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts & Sciences founded by Mary Brooks Picken offered a wide variety of correspondence courses to women beginning in the early 1900's. This beautiful reproduction is a very early edition of the school's coursework guide. It provides a synopsis of the lessons in sewing, dressmaking, tailoring & millinery. It also includes interesting articles explaining the value of the education the women would receive including saving money, creating a profitable business and improving their style & fashion sense.


Authentic Victorian Dressmaking Techniques

Authentic Victorian Dressmaking Techniques

Author: Kristina Harris

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2013-04-22

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 0486320170

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Vintage guide offered turn-of-the-century seamstresses clear instructions for altering patterns and creating shirt-blouses, skirts, wedding gowns, coats, maternity wear, children's clothing, and other apparel.


Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing:

Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing:

Author: Gretchen Hirsch

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Published: 2012-09-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781584799917

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Sheets of patterns are in an envelope inside the front cover, each sheet is doubled sided.