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*1001 $aShaeffer, Claire B.
*24510$aCouture sewing techniques  /$cClaire B. Shaeffer
*260  $aNewtown, Conn. ;$aPoole  :$bChris Lloyd$bTaunton ,$c2001
*300  $a224 s.
*500  $aOriginally published: 1994
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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 more importantly: how to apply the techniques -- on skirts and sleeves, pockets and jackets, evening gowns, and more. Gorgeous photos, clear illustrations, and concise language combine to make this the most complete couture-sewing course available.

• Introductionp. 2
• The Basics of Couture Sewingp. 4
• Inside the World of Haute Couturep. 6
• The Art of Hand Sewingp. 20
• Shaping the Garment: Seams, Darts and Pressing Techniquesp. 34
• Edge Finishes: Hems, Facings and Bindingsp. 60
• Closuresp. 80
• Applying Couture Techniquesp. 98
• Skirts and Pantsp. 100
• Blouses and Dressesp. 118
• Sleevesp. 134
• Pocketsp. 150
• Jackets and Coatsp. 162
• Eveningwearp. 186
• Selected Glossary of Termsp. 212
• Metric Conversion Chartp. 213
• Bibliographyp. 214
• Sources of Supplyp. 215
• Indexp. 216