Jewell, Elisalex
Summary: "Made to Measure guides you to create clothes that fit your body and your individual style, while learning pattern drafting, garment sewing, and customizing skills you can use for a lifetime."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quarry Books 2023
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Summary: Expert dressmaker Simon Henry guides even the sewing-impaired through the entire process. He explains all the materials and the techniques, and shows how to construct and fit a personalized body block that forms the basis for every pattern in the book. Choose from three classic styles: a chic shift, a fashionable wraparound, and an elegant strapless cocktail dress with a jacket and hat to match!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Guild of Master Craftsman 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.432 HENHenry, Simon
Summary: Every girl needs a perfect party dress at various times, whether for a formal, gala ball or a red-carpet event. But how do you find a dress that fits perfectly, suits your body shape and makes you look a million dollars - without breaking the bank? The answer is to make it yourself following expert dressmaker Simon Henry's tried and trusted method. He will guide you gently through the whole...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Guild of Master Craftsman 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.432 HENVeblen, Sarah
Summary: "In First Time Garment Fitting, sewing and design expert Sarah Veblen takes you by the hand and teaches you everything you need to know to adapt patterns so you can sew garments that fit just right. With detailed descriptions of essential tools and techniques, the easy step-by-step instructions will have you altering patterns and sewing tops, pants, and skirts that fit you to a T in no time....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Publishing International 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 VEBFallon, Jules
Summary: A practical illustrated guide to techniques, tools and troubleshooting from a couture dressmaker. It features scores of step-by-step sequences showing every kind of technique, from using and adapting paper patterns, to couture-inspired seaming techniques that will take garment-making skills to a new level.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643 FALMecca, Kari.
Summary: Opening this book's pages is like lifting the lid of a sewing treasure box! It is filled to overflowing with flirty flounces; waving bias; spaghetti appliques; and designer Kari Mecca's own touch of whimsy. Each chapter is based on one of three featured patterns: a Square Yoke; a Round Yoke; and Bottoms & Pockets.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Martha Pullen Co. 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.406 MECWang, Jen
Summary: Paris, at the dawn of the modern age: Prince Sebastian is looking for a bride--or rather, his parents are looking for one for him. Sebastian is too busy hiding his secret life from everyone. At night he puts on daring dresses and takes Paris by storm as the fabulous Lady Crystallia--the hottest fashion icon in the world capital of fashion! Sebastian's secret weapon (and best friend) is the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: First Second, an imprint of Roaring Brook Press 2018
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Summary: Creel can't believe her aunt wants to sacrifice her to the local dragon. It's a ploy to lure a heroic knight so that he will fight the dragon, marry Creel out of chivalrous obligation, and lift the entire family out of poverty. Creel isn't worried. After all, nobody has seen a dragon in centuries. But when the beast actually appears, Creel not only bargains with him for her life, she also ends...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Recorded Books, Inc. 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Audiobooks, Call number: J CD FIC GEOGreenhall, Amelia
Summary: Whether you are just learning how to sew or want to sharpen your skills, Amy Bornman and Amelia Greenhall, the founders of All Well, make sewing fun. Social media is abuzz with love for All Well’s patterns, illustrated guidance, and conversational how-tos that feel just like an inviting, in-person workshop. All Well Sewing Studio Easy-Sew Basics will have you wanting to sew every project...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2023
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.404 GREMcCunn, Donald H.
Summary: How to Make Sewing Patterns solves the mysteries of pattern drafting with easy, step-by-step instructions and clear line drawings that show how to create custom-fit garments in a wide range of designs. The book’s detailed instructions on measuring and fitting include do-it-yourself photographs as well as directions for creating custom dress forms.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Design Enterprises of San Francisco 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643 MCCMitnick, Sarai.
Summary: Provides five patterns, and all the sewing knowledge you need to make them into reality. Develop your skills, sew a lovely wardrobe, and enjoy the results!--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Krause 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 MITTaylor, Chloe
Summary: While trying to launch an online store, Zoey promises to create special outfits for friends and finds herself overwhelmed when things do not work as she expected.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon Spotlight 2014
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1 available in J Series, Call number: J FIC TAYSummary: A photographic step-by -step sourcebook of sewing techniques for enthusiasts of every level.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 COMCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Craft Sew CompleteAllen, Anna
Summary: "Sew stylish doll clothes with confidence. When off-the-rack doll clothes just won't do, discover how fun and easy it is to make custom, on-trend fashions your child will love. In My Doll, My Style, designer and Doll it Up blogger Anna Allen shows you how to create runway-worthy looks for 18-inch dolls. From jeggings and dresses to shorts and tees, each pattern is designed for today's fashion...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Quilting Company 2018
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Summary: "Let this book show you the pleasure of repairing, reinforcing and making beloved items using sashiko embroidery! Sashiko for Making and Mending shows you how to use sashiko stitching to mend rips, repair things like fraying cuffs and create original accessories that look fabulous. With this book, you'll be able to embrace the visible mending movement-the practice of repairing high quality...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle Publishing 2021
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Summary: "Start with the basics--a button-up shirt, trousers, a pencil skirt, fitted tee, camisole, wrap dress, and jacket--then try the hacks: fun modifications for eighteen more garments. Next, mix and match your way to more than one hundred gorgeous looks! Renowned for her extraordinary style and size-inclusive patterns, Mimi G presents seven basic patterns and all the instruction you need to sew...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2023
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Summary: Ahead of the Curve is the first sewing book to empower curvy and plus size women to feel body confident by sewing a wardrobe that fits. Don't change your body to fit your clothes - change your clothes to fit your body! Ahead of the Curve includes 5 basic garments patterns, which includes a pair of trousers, a t-shirt, a vest top and two dress designs. Jenny takes you through a series of Fit...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hardie Grant, Quadrille 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 RUSSteig, William
Summary: Plucky Irene, a dressmaker's daughter, braves a fierce snowstorm to deliver a new gown to the duchess in time for the ball.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Square Fish 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE STEStrauss, Linda Leopold.
Summary: If the wedding dress young Hanna's family is making is not chosen for the princess, they will go to the poor house but thanks to Hanna's sharp eyes and artistic ability, her father stands a very good chance of becoming Embroiderer to the Princess.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Company 2008
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE STRSummary: In season four, years have passed, and Velvet Galleries continues to stand as the beacon for fashion and taste. Women in the 1960s, however, are no longer content to dream of unaffordable clothes but demand quality apparel for themselves. The store cannot afford to cater exclusively to the wealthy. As the season begins, top designer Ana prepares to bring ready-to-wear fashion to Velvet. A...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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1 available in Television Series DVDs, Call number: DVD TV VELDrinan, Becky
Summary: Why spend months trawling boutiques, getting flustered by unhelpful sales assistants, when you could design your very own perfect, made-to-measure wedding dress? Professional dressmaker Becky Drinan guides you through the entire process, giving advice on dresses to suit every body shape and all the information you need on equipment, fabrics, sewing techniques and how to work from and alter...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643 DRIJansdotter, Lotta
Summary: "The book includes sewing instruction and patterns for basic garments (skirt, shirt, shirt dress, tunic, pants, jacket, and robe) and unique accessories (tote bag, bandana, and more). For each garment, Jansdotter offers ideas for trims, pockets, sleeves,and hemlines to encourage readers to personalize and add details. And once more, she includes the sources of her inspiration and how she and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2022