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4 produkter
4 produkter
Great British Sewing Bee: Pattern Drafting
A Beginner’s Guide to Creating Dressmaking Patterns From Scratch
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
181 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Learn how to design and make your own patterns and sew with confidence from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee.Pattern Drafting will show you how to draft patterns so you can make clothes that suit your style and fit you perfectly, with expert tips from the world of couture and costume making.Starting with the basics, this illustrated, practical guide demystifies key terminology and shows you how to measure yourself accurately and all the essential kit you’ll need. Discover how to draft and adapt pattern blocks; download the PDF patterns for a basic bodice, trouser, skirt and one-piece sleeve to get started and put your new skills to the test. The possibilities are endless as you discover how to make garments from scratch, identify and solve common fit issues and embrace the joy of stitching your own clothes.An indispensable reference for skilled sewers, Pattern Drafting teaches you the art of creating dressmaking patterns with ease.
Great British Sewing Bee: Made to Measure
A Masterclass in Sewing Clothes that Truly Fit
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
172 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Take a fitting masterclass from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee.From adjusting patterns to altering ready-made garments, learn how to personalise your makes to suit your style with this go-to guide. Starting with the basics, learn how to measure yourself and grade between sizes before moving onto pattern adjustments including darts, bust, bum, back, bicep and mobility adjustments. Discover the art of preparing and fitting a toile to create a custom fit for your body, with expert tips from the world of couture and costume making. Featuring a section with advice on altering clothes you already own, you'll also be able to inject a new lease of life into ready-made garments that don't fit quite right. This book is an indispensable reference for skilled sewers that will show you how to get a perfect fit to create that professional finish.
Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills
Beyond Basics: Advanced Tips and Tricks to Take Your Sewing Technique to the Next Level
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
181 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Learn how to build on your sewing repertoire as you take the next step on your making journey.The Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills is the second title in this brand-new, standalone series that celebrates dressmaking techniques. Building on the basics covered in The Great British Sewing Bee: The Techniques, this book includes chapters on: Preparation & pattern matchingWorking with different fabrics such as leather and lace How to take your sewing to the next level with finishes Specialist techniques including boning, swimwear and underwear Decorations & embellishments Interspersed with expert tips and step-by-step illustrations, The Skills is an indispensable reference for intermediate sewers that will encourage you to take your dressmaking to the next level.
Great British Sewing Bee: Back to Basics
Create Your Own Capsule Wardrobe With 25 Dressmaking Projects
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
278 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
The BBC1 primetime series, The Great British Sewing Bee, is set to return to the nation's screens in Spring 2024.The companion book to the tenth series of this flagship BBC1 show, The Great British Sewing Bee: Back to Basics, accompanies sewers at all levels on their creative journey.Back to Basics brings the magic of The Great British Sewing Bee to your home showcasing the show’s favourite patterns for every style you can imagine. Featuring the very garments from the latest show, alongside much-loved favourites from over the years, from showstoppers to wardrobe staples, this book is packed with expert advice and helpful tips for dressmaking. From simple tees to stand-out clothing, aspiring crafters will have everything they need to create the perfect outfit for any occasion. Including a collection of 25 garments and accessories for women (UK sizes 8–22) and 4 garments for men (UK sizes XS to XL) from series 10, plus a wealth of sewing techniques, tips, and tricks, Back to Basics is more than a project book; it is also an indispensable reference that will elevate your sewing to a professional level.