Claire B. Shaeffer

Sewers who have ever longed to create clothing with the distinctive look of haute couture will love this book. They'll learn the finer points of hand sewing, shaping, and finishing for a high-end, professional look. This book is for all sewing enthusiasts who appreciate fine workmanship.

Couture Sewing Techniques

Strictly speaking I skimmed much of this, as it is 

 technical. I really like the close-ups on couture details. And the notes about the little quirks various couturiers have had -- Chanel liking an off-center fly placket on jackets, Kleibacker using stays to prevent v-necks from gaping -- were also enjoyable.

Strictly speaking I skimmed much of this, as it is very technical. I really like the close-ups on couture details. And the notes about the little quirks various couturiers have had -- Chanel liking an off-center fly placket on jackets, Kleibacker using stays to prevent v-necks from gaping -- were also enjoyable.

Couture Sewing Techniques

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