Sew your own bridal gown, or make a prom or party dress for that special occasion.  By sewing your own gown, you can wear a custom design at an affordable price.  Whether you select a simple, basic design, elegantly sewn in a gorgeous fabric, or an elaborate one, detailed with beaded lace and lace openwork, this book can guide you step-by-step to that perfect dress or gown.   

Chapters include:

Introduction - Selecting a style, Selecting a Pattern, Making a test Garment, Selecting Fabrics, Selecting New, Selecting Lace, Underlinings, Linings & Interfaces, Specialty Trim, Notions, Layout & Cutting Guidelines, Pressing Techniques

Basic Gown Assembly -  Three States of Sewing a Gown,k Assembling a Bodice, Assembling & Attaching a Skirt, Completing a Gown

Specialized Sewing Techniques - Seams & Seam Finishes, Stayed, Understitched & Bound Seams, Shaping the Bodice, Neckline Finishes, Special Techniques for Sleeves, Special Techniques for Closures, Skirt Hems, Bustling Trains, Special techniques for Lace, Beading.

Accessories  - Headpieces & Hats, Bridal Veils, Cancan Petticoat. 

Softbound book. 8" x 10 1/2", 128 pages.  Cover has some scratches on it, otherwise in very good condition.  The scans show the actual book you will be receiving.  See my other Singer Reference books and combine for postage savings.