This book contains everything you need to become confident in must-have dressmaking skills, from reading patterns to sewing up and making alterations. Eight garment-led chapters show you how to learn and perfect dressmaking as you build your wardrobe or make alterations. Stylish photography, simple step-by-step instructions and handy tips make this an essential buy for anyone who sews or wants to get started. It is a one-stop reference that will be dipped into time and time again.

Author: Wendy Gardiner
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: David & Charles
Published: 11/26/2010
Series: Sewing Bible
Pages: 144
Weight: 1.3lbs
Size: 10.83h x 8.38w x 0.42d
ISBN: 9780715337653

About the Author
Wendy Gardiner has been in the sewing industry for over 27 years and during that time has been involved in publishing sewing magazines, books and DVDs. For the last 10 years she edited Sewing World magazine, a monthly title for people who enjoy sewing with a machine. She is also a co-founder of ISEW (isew.co.uk - 'the face of sewing in the UK; the place to visit for sewing enthusiasts'). Wendy is based in Waterlooville, Hampshire.