Dressmaking: 200 Q&A by Mary Mccarthy

Dressmaking: 200 Q&A by Mary Mccarthy

The newest addition to Barron's 200 Q&A series for needlecraft enthusiasts employs the easy-reference Q&A format as it provides practical solutions to the 200 most frequent problems do-it-yourself dressmakers encounter. Typical questions with answers and instructions include--

How do I sew a zipper into a seam?

Can I shorten a zipper?

What scissors should I use when cutting out fabric?

What is a seam ripper?

What is a raglan sleeve?

Other questions deal with machine stitching, hand-sewing, measuring and fitting, waistbands and belts, tucks and pleats, collars and necklines, and sleeves and pockets. More than 200 color illustrations supplement most answers with visual demonstrations.

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ISBN 13	9780764165443
ISBN 10	0764165445
Title	Dressmaking: 200 Q&A
Author	Mary Mccarthy
Series	200 Q And A
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	B.E.S. Publishing
Year published	2012-09-01
Number of pages	224
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.