Sleeves

AUTHOR : Peg Couch
Series : Select-n-Stitch
Category : CATALOGUES > Craft & Hobbies >
$18.95 (AUD)  inc GST
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Description

Whether long, short or none at all - sleeves give shape, comfort and style to garments. The detailed instructions inside this handy book will show readers how to sew both classic and trendy sleeves for shirts, dresses and coats. Some of the techniques include making a sleeve for a tailored shirt, armhole facing, adjusting or restyling the pattern for a sleeve, and making a sleeve packet. This book will help home seamstresses select the sleeve of their choice, adding the perfect detail to their own designs.

Promotion info

* Readers can flip through the book to select a sleeve of their choice - then follow directions for sewing.
* Includes a variety of sleeves for shirts, blouses and dresses.
* Shows how to restyle a garment by changing the sleeve.
* Serves as an excellent glossary in garment construction.
* No other series on the market focuses on specific elements of design.

Author description

Peg Couch is the Style Editor for the Illustrated Guide to Sewing Series and Tree Craft. She works as the Acquisition Editor for Fox Chapel Publishing. When she isn't working, she enjoys making crafts and sewing clothing for her family.

Stock Information

General Fields

  • : 9781565235717
  • : Fox Chapel Publishing
  • : Fox Chapel Publishing
  • : May 2011
  • : August 2011
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : 420 colour photos & illustrations
  • : 144
  • : Paperback
  • : Peg Couch