{"product_id":"couture-sewing-techniques-revised-and-updated-revised-updated","title":"Couture Sewing Techniques: Revised and Updated (Revised, Updated)","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Description\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tA nationally known sewing expert introduces readers to the world of haute couture, sharing the craftmanship of the most skilled artisans in the world, including those in the workrooms of Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, Givenchy, and Baleciaga. Photos and illustrations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Description\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"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 Schaeffer 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\"--Provided by publisher.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith clarity and a profound respect for technique and application, Claire Shaeffer brings one into an haute-couture atelier, where the realm of possibility has no boundaries. She imparts the secrets of hand-work that allow a garment to become weightless, a wisp of dimension for the wearer. She pays homage to the gods of the craft and bows to the church of haute couture. --Ralph Rucci, designer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs every \"Vogue Patterns \"reader knows, Claire Shaeffer can unravel couture garment construction better than anyone, and her revised and updated version of \"Couture Sewing Techniques\" is the authoritative guide to haute couture techniques In it, Shaeffer demystifies designer garments and gives you the confidence to try the techniques and practiced in the ateliers of the haute couture. A must-have for all serious sewers. -Vogue Patterns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarc Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTaunton product #071322--P. [4] of cover.;Includes bibliographical references (p. 244-246) and index.;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 Schaeffer 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--Provided by publisher.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClaire B. Shaeffer\u003c\/b\u003e is a respected couture expert, fashion historian, lecturer, instructor, and author whose work has helped generations of sewers master professional garment construction techniques. She has written numerous books on sewing, tailoring, fabrics, and couture methods, including the bestselling \n\u003ci\u003eCouture Sewing Techniques\u003c\/i\u003e. Through her teaching, writing, and research, Shaeffer has become one of the most recognized authorities on couture sewing and fashion craftsmanship. She lives in California.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf you can sew, you can sew couture.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFashion historian and couture expert Claire B. Shaeffer opens the door to the techniques used in the world's most prestigious fashion houses. In this revised and updated edition of the classic reference, she demystifies couture garment construction and shows sewers how to apply professional methods to garments of every type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo one explains couture construction more clearly than Shaeffer. From hand sewing and edge finishes to closures, shaping, tailoring, and specialty fabrics, she reveals the techniques that give couture garments their exceptional fit, structure, and beauty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside you'll learn: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Couture hand-sewing methods\u003cbr\u003e- Edge finishes and professional garment details\u003cbr\u003e- Closures, pockets, sleeves, and jackets\u003cbr\u003e- Tailoring and garment shaping techniques\u003cbr\u003e- Working with specialty fabrics\u003cbr\u003e- Techniques for skirts, eveningwear, and more\u003cbr\u003e- How to apply couture methods to your own projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing hundreds of color photographs, detailed illustrations, and clear step-by-step instruction, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eCouture Sewing Techniques \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eremains one of the most respected resources available for home sewers, dressmakers, tailoring enthusiasts, and fashion design students seeking professional results.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eShaeffer, Claire B\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaire Shaeffer is an internationally respected author, lecturer, college instructor and columnist. Her innovative sewing techniques and easy-to-read instructions have guided readers and students through many sewing facets of the garment industry. She wrote the celebrated \u003cem\u003eCouture Sewing Techniques\u003c\/em\u003e for Taunton Press and has authored and starred in a multitude of successful videos on couture sewing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Shaeffer, Claire B\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Taunton Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePub Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2011-05-24\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Sewing|Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Fashion|Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Reference|Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Needlework \/ General\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/b\u003e Dressmaking|Tailoring (Women's)|CRAFTS \u0026amp; HOBBIES \/ Sewing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.58 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781600853357\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIN:\u003c\/b\u003e -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e SP-9781600853357\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taunton Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52866847277337,"sku":"SP-9781600853357","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/0380\/5209\/files\/9781600853357_spiral.png?v=1784610250","url":"https:\/\/westbindery.com\/products\/couture-sewing-techniques-revised-and-updated-revised-updated","provider":"West Bindery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}