{"product_id":"dressmaking-companion-theisbn-9781800922571","title":"Dressmaking Companion, The","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe practical, pocket-sized dressmaking manual that every sewist needs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTips, techniques and trusted advice on everything from threading your machine and selecting your fabric to fitting zips, darts, pockets and vents.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are making your first garment or your fiftieth, this comprehensive mini guide is a treasure trove of knowledge, perfect for dipping in and out of for quick reference and trusted advice. Inside you’ll find:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSewing machine anatomy:\u003c\/b\u003e a tour through a machine’s anatomy along with advice on choosing needles, threads and feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn overview of essential tools:\u003c\/b\u003e everything you need to get going, including cutting tools, marking and measuring aids and pressing tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA complete guide to fabric:\u003c\/b\u003e understand construction, grain and bias, and discover an indispensable photographic library of 30 key dressmaking fabrics, each given with suitable garment use and care instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePatterns demystified:\u003c\/b\u003e understand pattern language and symbols, how to take key body measurements and learn how to arrange your pattern pieces on fabric most efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e40 key hand and machine sewing techniques:\u003c\/b\u003e discover 40 essential techniques, each shown clearly step by step. Start with hand-sewing, seams and hems; discover more advanced techniques such as adding bias binding and piping; before moving on to adding details and features such as darts, pleats, pockets and gathers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003ePreviously a professional stylist, Laure Guyet turned to the teaching of sewing and dressmaking, as she is passionate and enthusiastic about the idea of sharing her know-how with young and older enthusiasts alike! She supports her students in understanding how to use a sewing machine to bring their creative ideas to life. The promotion of sewing, and the understanding of different fabrics and the construction of a garment are all essential elements in the definition of her profession.\u003cbr\u003eLaure works in Paris, France.\u003cbr\u003eInstagram: @laure.guyet","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303403573477,"sku":"NP9781800922571","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781800922570_13b9879a-d1bf-4513-86a0-8e144b80b1c4.jpg?v=1730754178","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/dressmaking-companion-theisbn-9781800922571","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}