With her "choose-your-own-adventure" approach to sewing, Tanya Whelan offers an invaluable collection of patterns that empowers sewers to become designers. The trick is a set of patterns for 6 skirts and 8 bodices that line up perfectly at the waist, plus an additional 4 sleeve styles and 4 necklines. Tanya gives readers clear instructions and easy-to-follow step-by-step diagrams that allow them to use the enclosed pattern pieces to create up to 219 fitted dresses, including simple strapless designs, sheaths, and halter gowns. The book covers basic dress construction and altering techniques for women of all shapes and sizes.

With her "choose-your-own-adventure" approach to sewing, Tanya Whelan offers an invaluable collection of patterns that empowers sewers to become designers. The trick is a set of patterns for 6 skirts and 8 bodices that line up perfectly at the waist, plus an additional 4 sleeve styles and 4 necklines. Tanya gives readers clear instructions and easy-to-follow step-by-step diagrams that allow them to use the enclosed pattern pieces to create up to 219 fitted dresses, including simple strapless designs, sheaths, and halter gowns. The book covers basic dress construction and altering techniques for women of all shapes and sizes.

A fabric chessboard, travel kit, pencil bag, aprons, pot holders, wind kites and holiday ornaments are only a few of the many easy to sew items included in this book.

Sew yourself a sassy collection of bags and accessories to carry you from day to night, and work to play Sew stylish . . . Create fashion with function; pretty shoppers, smart satchels, cute cosmetics purses and more, plus must-have coordinating accessories Sew special . . . Felt, denim, cotton, and even waterproof; fabrics new and old are mixed and embellished for one-of-a-kind creations Sew simple . . . No-fuss sewing techniques, from easy appliquT to simple seams, ensure the bags are quick and easy, leaving you with more time to enjoy them.

Illustrated Guide to Advanced Dressmaking & Alteration Learn to Make & Alter Dresses, Skirts, and Shirts, Slacks Add Pockets, Frills, Buttons, Zippers & So Much More Look in your closet, how many dresses, skirts, slack, and shirts are there that you or your significant other can't wear anymore either because they are too big or too small? How about that old favorite dress or slacks with a broken zipper, buttons or hooks? Do you have a dress you wish there were little frills on the front of it? Or that shirt, wish it had a pocket? Let me show you how easily you can get all of these done in no time, just follow my instruction and look at the image. I have been sewing for over 21 years now. I have taught dressmaking to alternation in various setting for the last eleven years. I designed this guide for anyone who wants to learn alteration of any and all wearables both for women and men. You DO NOT need to be a master in sewing to get started, I promise you. Just follow the steps and watch the images I shared in this guide, and you will be on your way in no time. This is a two-part guide. In the first part of I show you all the advanced steps and inner workings of custom dressmaking. In the second part, I show you how to alter many types of garments in a few simple steps. Here is a Glimpse of What I Shared in This Book: Explanation of all Garment Components How to Control Fullness Darts & Dart Manipulation Methods What & How to Make Various Types of Pleats What & How to Make Perfect Gathers What is Shirring & How to Shirr Fabric the Proper Way What & How to Make Proper Smocking How to Make 6 Types of Sleeves How to Make Proper Sleeve/Bodice Combination How to Develop Sleeve Patterns How to Make & Attach all 5 Popular types of Pockets How to Make all 11 Types of Popular Dress Necklines How to Make Various Types of Collars How to Make 3 types of Yokes How to Make 3 Types of Cuffs How to Make 4 Types of Waistbands How to Pick & Attach the Proper Fasteners (Buttons, Hooks, Zippers & Velcro) How to add Pockets How to add Cuffs & Collars How to Change a Knife Pleated Dress to a Box Pleated Skirt How to Change Dress Neckline & sleeves How to Replace a Zipper Fly And so much more.

Sewing doesn't have to be complicated, and you don't need lots of time to make your own clothes. While life is speeding up, this book will help you slow down and squeeze in time to get your creative fix. Tilly and the Buttons: Make It Simple features a collection of stylish and stress-free projects that you can stitch up in a few hours. It includes 6 full-scale dressmaking patterns, from which you can make 24 projects. All of the garments are quick to sew and easy to fit, with a short supply list and no fiddly fastenings – from a perfect t-shirt and stylish playsuit to a wear-with-everything pinafore dress and cosy cardigan. Make It Simple is for both beginners looking for easy projects and experienced stitchers wanting the instant gratification that comes with a speedy make. Whatever your level, you'll learn the secret of how to take sewing shortcuts while still getting a great-looking finish. With the help of clear step-by-step photographs and Tilly's award-winning instructions, this book will help you create a dream wardrobe in no time.