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Simple Tailoring & Alterations - by J Francois-Campbell (Paperback)

Simple Tailoring & Alterations - by  J Francois-Campbell (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>An insider's secrets to tailoring and making alterations.</strong> Master the basics and more with <em><strong>Simple</strong> <strong>Tailoring & Alterations</strong></em>, a practical guide written by an accomplished costume maker and theatrical tailor. With over thirty years experience in the garment industry, J. Francois-Campbell knows every tailoring trick of the trade and shares them with you.</p> <p><strong>A nip and a tuck for the perfect fit.</strong>Off-the-rack clothing rarely fits well because it was not made to your specific measurements. With the step-by-step instructions - plus 250 full-color photographs and 100 helpful illustrations - you can now make alterations that will save you big bucks: </p> <ul> <li>Save by updating outfits that no longer fit properly and spend less on new clothes.</li> <li>Don't pay expensive tailoring fees to have clothing mended and altered.</li> <li>Do follow these simple techniques to improve your wardrobe and line your pockets with the money you save.</li> </ul> <p><strong>10 essential tailoring techniques.</strong> Jay François-Campbell guides you through must-now techniques suitable for novices and intermediate sewers that range from replacing buttons to changing a garment's shape for a better fit. Projects cover skirts, dresses, pants, jackets, shirts, coats, capes, suits, sweaters, vests and ties.</p> <p><strong>Master new skills and get more from what's in your closet.</strong> Get your copy of <em><strong>Simple Tailoring &</strong> <strong>Alterations</strong></em> you are on your way to advancing your skills with in-depth information on equipment, fabric choices, measuring, stitching, and making pro-level alterations to men's and women's garments. Here's know-how that will help you revamp your wardrobe and adeptly handle sweeping alterations that go beyond changing a hemline.</p>

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