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Jewell, Elisalex.
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Dressmaking.
Dressmaking -- Pattern design.
Clothing and dress.
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Jewell, Elisalex.
Dressmaking.
Dressmaking -- Pattern design.
Clothing and dress.
MARC Display
Made
to
measure
: an
easy
guide
to
drafting
and
sewing
a
custom
wardrobe
/ Elisalex Jewell.
by
Jewell, Elisalex.
Quarry Books, an imprint of The Quartro Group, 2023.
Call #:
646.4 J59m
Subjects
Dressmaking.
Dressmaking -- Pattern design.
Clothing and dress.
ISBN:
9780760382806 (pbk)
Description:
176 p. : ill. (some col,) ; 26 cm.
Notes:
"16 pattern-free projects "--Cover.
Includes index.
Summary:
"Learn to draft and sew your own customized clothes that fit you perfectly and make you feel fantastic. You no longer need to feel confined by the boundaries of a
sewing
pattern in order to make clothes that fit beautifully and represent your style in a way that store-bought clothes never can. Designer and founder of popular pattern brand By Hand London Elisalex Jewell is known for designing beautiful, fun garments that look fabulous on women of all sizes. In
Made
to
Measure
, she guides sewers to create stylish garments while empowering them to learn new skills, be creative, and feel confident. Following an overview of essential
sewing
tools, a primer on fabrics, and a
guide
to essential
sewing
techniques, you will learn how to: Draft simple patterns based on your measurements Take a pattern from an existing garment Identify and fix common fit issues . The sixteen pattern-free projects for dresses, skirts, tops, a pantsuit, and more are a springboard for creating a versatile, personalized
wardrobe
. The designs include: Sweet Shirred Top and Dress ; Faux-Cute Jumpsuit ; Paneled Wrap Skirt ; Prairie Dress ; Not Your Grandma's Quilted Circle Skirt ;Siren Slip Dress ; Refashioned Sweater Dress. In today’s world of “fast fashion,”
sewing
your own clothes is a wonderful way to slow down and create garments that are sustainable and unique. While most
sewing
books show you how to create garments from specific patterns,
Made
to
Measure
takes
sewing
clothes to the next level by allowing you to customize the designs to fit you. Whether you’re new to
sewing
clothes or want to add to your garment-making skills,
Made
to
Measure
guides you to create a dream
wardrobe
that is tailored just for you."--Publisher.
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Alderney Gate Public Library
Adult Nonfiction
646.4 J59m
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Jul 20, 2024
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