The Tailoring Book: Measuring. Cutting. Fitting. Altering. Finishing -- Alison S

<b>Whether you want to alter a vintage jacket or create a full-tailored suit, this tailoring reference guide has everything you need to produce elegant, bespoke garments that last a lifetime.</b> <p/>With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering, and finishing, this is the only book you will need to create and alter a tailored garment. <p/>Alison Smith MBE is one of the world's leading tailoring experts, and in her new book, she reveals trade secrets and all the practical know-how necessary to master this heritage craft. <i>The Tailoring Book</i> is the latest title in Smith's best-selling sewing series. It covers everything from choosing patterns and fabrics to fitting and construction, including techniques that can be applied to both womens- and menswear. <p/><b>With this book, you can learn how to: </b> <p/>-Tailor garments by selecting the right tools to create a toile and picking the perfect hand stitch. <p/>-Follow 10 detailed garment projects to create shirts, jackets, coats, and trousers <p/>-Master the techniques of tailoring with step-by-step instructions and downloadable patterns that guide you through every part of the process <p/>This book includes key equipment and techniques, garment projects with clear step-by-step processes and downloadable patterns, and tips on repairs and alterations. It takes the reader from the basics through to couture techniques.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Alison Smith<br><b>Publisher:</b> DK Publishing (Dorling Kinde