The Vogue sewing book
This book is dedicated to you, the woman who sews. No longer will you be content to be a mere by-stander, for now you can realize the enjoyment of complete involvement in what is a fascinating and interesting avocation. What pleasures you derive by being a beautiful, well-groomed, impeccably attired woman are enhanced a thousandfold by the knowledge and inward pride of having created the fashion yourself…Copyright 1975 (there are 1972 versions) by Butterick Publishing-American Can Company
This book is the Vogue pattern bible, especially for those working with vintage vogue sewing patterns and those wanting to know a little about famous haute couture designers and couture sewing techniques. A must-have for anyone who is or wants to work with vintage Vogue or even modern day Vogue sewing patterns.
Want to write a description of a pattern and not quite sure how to go about doing it? Well, this book contains pictorial templates demonstrating various design aspects and garment details, making it alot easier to describe fashion garments. For example, instead of stating or writing an a-line dress with deep collar, you could better describe the dress this way:
A-line dress with cowl collar and inset pockets (or something like that). Culottes versus pants, a high-round collar versus a chelsea or 3/4 length sleeves versus bishop, angel, cuff or cap. I could go on. An efficient guide to assist with describing fashion or in helping one become familiar with fashion.
Including the glossary and index, this hardback contains more than 460 pages complete with charts, diagrams, and color photo illustrations. There’s even a chapter on stain removal.
Vogue patterns are widely known for their dedication to couture fashion. This book, often referred to as the Vogue Bible, goes into great detail about common couture sewing elements: underling, interfacing, linings, zippering, adjusting, hand stitching, finishing and pressing.
There’s a section on measuring the body and history of and how to use Vogue patterns. In addition to tailoring, general sewing, equipment and trimming.
Uniquely, and even uncommon in newer sewing books is a complete guide of creating fashion for men.
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