Sewing

Techniques for Beginners

By: Sterlacci Francesca, Barbara Seggio

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Paperback | 7 January 2019 | Edition Number 1

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Sewing is the process of constructing a garment either by hand or using a sewing machine. Knowing how to sew will make you a better designer as, it will expose you to what can and can't be accomplished. Designers who are familiar with various sewing techniques are often inspired as it opens up new design possibilities for them.

In this book you will start by learning the basics: how to choose tools; how to choose and use your thread; basic pressing techniques; and how to choose and use appropriate interfacings and linings. Basic techniques include seam and hem finishes, how to sew buttons and buttonholes, how to work with knit fabrics and, finally, finishing details including bindings and spaghetti straps, tailored pockets and zippers. Each lesson in the book is illustrated in meticulous detail in a series of step-by-step photographs accompanied by charts, diagrams, and photos from the catwalk. Videos to accompany this book are available at www.universityoffashion.com.

About the Authors

Francesca Sterlacci is Founder and CEO of The University of Fashion, the first and largest online fashion design video library in the world.

Barbara Seggio is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology, NYC.

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