THE DRESSMAKER’S HANDBOOK OF COUTURE SEWING TECHNIQUES

Lynda Maynard

A&C Black Publishers, London, UK

Year 2010

Pages 161

This book takes the mystery out of couture techniques which many dressmakers assume are either extremely difficult, or only for the professional fashion designers. The author shows that these skills can easily be acquired using clear instructions in simple, step-by-step stages. Inside you will find a complete guide to the fabrics suited to each technique and insider secrets from professional dressmakers, the book also includes catch-up panels and refresher notes for novices. The book is divided into 3 sections: couture bindings and finishes, designer underpinnings and finishing touches.