Pants for Real People: Fit and Sew for Any Body (Sewing for Real People series)
by Pati Palmer, Marta Alto
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Author: Marta Alto, Pati PalmerIllustrator: Jeannette Schilling
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2007-09-01
ISBN: 0935278575
Number of pages: 176
Publisher: Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
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Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent book. Detail wonderful, both in written descriptions and visual diagrams. Outstanding.
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Summary of Pants for Real People: Fit and Sew for Any Body (Sewing for Real People series)
This pattern book features step-by-step instructions on fitting and sewing pants for women of all different body types using the twin techniques of tissue- and fabric-fitting. Important sewing choices are highlighted, including choosing fabrics, selecting appropriate alteration tools, and finding styles that are most flattering. The fit-as-you-sew process of making pants is illustrated with progressive photographs of fitting pants for nine women of different size and shapes. Covered are a variety of styles including non-roll and expandable waistbands; centered, lapped, and invisible zippers; faced and contour waistlines; and cargo, double welt, and simple side seam pockets.Fashion Books
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