Couture Sewing Techniques

Posted on 14 May 2018 by Claire B. Shaeffer

The world of haute couture is a place where only a privileged few can ever hope to reside, right Wrong Fashion historian Claire B Shaeffer opened the door to this exclusive realm in her authoritative guide to the techniques that define couture sewing And now, the industry bible, Couture Sewing Techniques , has been revised and updated throughout with new photos and a chapter on specialty fabrics.No one can unravel couture garment construction the way Shaeffer can, from the art of hand sewing to mastering edge finishes, from classic closures to shaping a garment for a perfect fit Readers learn all the basics and importantly how to apply the techniques on skirts and sleeves, pockets and jackets, evening gowns, and Gorgeous photos, clear illustrations, and concise language combine to make this the most complete couture sewing course available. Download Couture Sewing Techniques author Claire B. Shaeffer – kino-fada.fr Unlike her book High Fashion Sewing Secrets, this book does not offer detailed, step by step instructions for all of the techniques discussed It does offer plenty of diagrams and photos, but the majority of the techniques are described in text There s a lot to be learned from the text This book is densely packed with information, and even home sewers will learn something from it It s important to note, though, that if you re looking for step by step instruction, or are looking for machine Unlike her book High Fashion Sewing Secrets, this book does not offer detailed, step by step instructions for all of the techniques discussed It does offer plenty of diagrams and photos, but the majority of the techniques are described in text There s a lot to be learned from the text This book is densely packed with information, and even home sewers will learn something from it It s important to note, though, that if you re looking for step by step inst...I love to sew, but I am not a fashion person In fact, I ve never understood how anyone could drop thousands of dollars on a single garment.But looking at the work that goes into a true couture garment has made me change my mind about that segment of the market, at least I am in awe of the amount of work, the careful attention to the tiniest of details and the invisible elements of construction that elevate clothing to couture.I ve started revising my sewing habits and though I m spending mor I love to sew, but I am not a fashion person In fact, I ve never understood how anyone could drop thousands of dollars on a single garment.But looking at the work that...I thought this book was a fascinating look into the techniques used in couture sewing I later went to a seminar by Clair Shaeffer and she genuinely knows couture inside and out.I wish the techniques were illustrated step by step, and in greater detail.So far it does seem to be completely revised Making a good book even better.need to add this to my library one of those books a sewist needs to have on the shelf to refer to when necessaryClaire Shaeffer s comprehensive knowledge of the couture industry and techniques is exquisitely displayed in Couture Sewing Techniques Learning about the socioeconomic history of the famous ateliers was an eye opening and lavish experience After reading this book, my skepticism for couture price tag...This is a detailed reference book densely packed with information, but I read it from cover to cover I also highlightedpassages than I did in college I have been a sewist for 45 years, but recently made a concerted effort to up my game and learnabout couture Most techniques here are not difficult, just different and sometimestime consuming than traditional home sewing methods Except the tailored jacket chapter Wow, that looks like a lot of work If you sew, or if you re This is a detailed reference book densely packed with information, but I read it from cover to cover I also highlightedpassages than I did in college I have been a sewist for 45 years, but recently made a concerted effort to up...I borrowed this from the library to see if I should buy it The answer is yes My skills are not quite where they need to be to make the most of the book, but it will make an excellent reference to have handy.Yes.

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14 May 2018

Claire B. Shaeffer