Except for some very tiny flaws on the cover, this item is like new
Explore the art of sewing with this vintage 1965 Simplicity Sewing Book. This activity book provides tailoring methods, fitting helps for problem figures, and construction instructions for a blouse, jumper, pants, and dress. The book is a first edition and perfect for young adults and adults who are interested in sewing and fashion.
Created by the Simplicity Pattern Company, the book features techniques for creating fur buttonholes and piping. The book is in English and includes the original language of the creator. This paperback book is a part of the Sewing Books series and falls under the Leisure, Hobbies & Lifestyle genre. It was originally made in the United States and is a must-have for anyone who wants to explore the art of sewing.
Simplicity
Sewing Book
featuring the
Simplicity
Unit System
of Sewing
step-by-step construction of a
blouse, a jumper, a dress and pants
8 pages on how to work with
stretch-plaids-lace-leather
and other fashionable materials
fitting helps for
problem figures
tailoring methods...
and dozens of other
aids for beginner
or expert
NEW
Sizing
new body
measurements
and figure
type charts
Simplicity
Table of contents
right ideas good equipment
simplicity's unit system of sewing
flatter with fabrics
know your figure and pattern type
know your pattern size
measurements how to use a pattern
first things first construction symbols
checking measurements
pattern alterations
combining patterns o sewing dictionary
needle, thread and stitch guide
handling special fabrics
cutting o marking
construction helps a jumper
a blouse
a dress
a skirt
pants
interfacing underlining
darts o seams
finishing tricks fitting
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details that count pressing basic stitches
buttonholes buttons other fastenings
zippers • plackets
collars sleeves pockets hems
pleats tucks belts
bindings pipings ruffles fringe sequins
decorative touches embroidery laces
hemstitching tailoring
some extras working with fur
men's and boys' clothing
index
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