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How to Sew Leather, Suede, Fur
Phyllis W. Schwebke, Margaret B. Krohn
Fireside, 1974
Helpful for First Timers
I found this book to be quite helpful. It was the only book I could find on sewing fur at the time. I would recommend this book for getting started. It lists many of the different types of furs, leather, suede. Giving a solid background even if you just want to ...
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Medieval Tailor's Assistant: Making Common Garments 1200-1500
Sarah Thursfield
Costume & Fashion Press, 2001
The best book on pattern-drafting I've found
I love this book, and not just because it's a great primer on medieval clothing. It's also the best book on basic pattern-drafting I've found yet. You'll need a friend for pinning the block (a patient, non-grouchy friend, preferably), but the instructions are ...
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Knitting Without Tears: Basic Techniques and Easy-to-Follow Directions for Garments to Fit All Sizes
Elizabeth Zimmermann
Fireside, 1973
Really enjoyable read
This is a thoroughly enjoyable read. Elizabeth Zimmerman has such a distinctive way of writing - you feel like you are listening in to one of her workshops. An absolute bonus were the many tit-bits of insightful and clever ways of dealing with many day-to-day knitting ...
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Patterns for Theatrical Costumes: Garments, Trims, and Accessories from Ancient Egypt to 1915
Katherine Strand Holkeboer
Drama Publishers, 1993
My Bible for Costume
I found this book around 25 years ago. At that time it didn't have any explinations, only the designs and some general info in the front. I do pre 1660 re-enactment and still use and teach from my well worn copy. I put it in a notebook and lend out sheets to explain ...
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Positively Crochet!: 50 Fashionable Projects and Inspirational Tips
Mary Jane Hall
Krause Publications, 2007
A positive experience
I recieved this book as a gift. I love it. There are 3 fantastic tops all on my "to make" list! There are several creative and fun accessories. Mary Jane Hall uses a wide variety of fibres, and still gives enough information for the crocheter to make substitutions as ...
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The Zapp Method of Couture Sewing: Tailor Garments Easily, Using Any Pattern
Anna Zapp
Krause Publications, 2004
Great book
This is a great book for the serious sewer. It has the best explanation of how to make a lined vest or lined sleeveless camisole that I have ever seen. And if you are interested in tailoring, you will really want to have this book. I always check books out of the ...
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One-Piece Wearables: 25 Chic Garments and Accessories to Sew from Single Pattern Pieces (Domestic Arts for ...
Sheila Brennan
Quarry Books, 2008
The Elizabeth Zimmerman of Sewing
Great book of chic and easy projects that actually look great! The idea of a one piece pattern reminds me of Elizabeth Zimmerman's style of one piece knitting - all you need to do is sew the seams together to finish the garment. These projects are quick and easy and ...
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The Magic Garment: Principles of Costume Design
Rebecca Cunningham
Waveland Press, 1993
Key to the World of Costume Design
As a college student I was first introduced to the book The Magic Garment: Principles of Costume Design by Rebecca Cunningham. The book is simple and consise while providing a wealth of valuable information for the novice or professional. I enjoyed this book so ...
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Contemporary Machine-Embroidered Fashions: Transform Everyday Garments into Designer Originals
Eileen Roche
Krause Publications, 2006
A thoroughly 'user friendly' manual of projects and concepts
Eileen Roche is the founding editor of 'Designs in Machine Embroidery' and so brings a special expertise to "Contemporary Machine-Embroidered Fashions: Transform Everyday Garments Into Designer Originals". Enhanced with a profusion of colorful illustrations, as well as ...
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Historic Costumes and How to Make Them
Mary Fernald, Eileen Shenton
Dover Publications, 2006
Lots of Patterns inside
I was pleased with the number of patterns and detailed instructions in this book. The patterns need to be enlarged or drawn to scale in order to use them. It would be very useful for anyone who makes costumes or who is interested in fashion.
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These Are the Garments: The Priestly Robes of Ancient Israel
C. W. Slemming
CLC Publications, 2007
The Garments and their Meanings
Charles W. Slemming is detail and excellent in his writtings on the Old Testament Tabernacle, Feasts and now the Garments. There is no other book that has as much details jammed packed into a small paperback as this. He not only covers the 12 stones found in the ...
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Men's Garments 1830-1900: A Guide to Pattern Cutting and Tailoring
R. I. Davis
Players Press, 1996
Drafting men's period clothing
I borrowed this book from a fellow cutter to make late Victorian men's frock coats and trousers. I was so pleased with the final garments, I purchased the book for myself.
A good resource; the drafting information is easy to follow and the garments stitch together ...
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Textures of Struggle: The Emergence of Resistance Among Garment Workers in Thailand
Piya Pangsapa
ILR Press, 2007
Based on intensive ethnographic fieldwork in Thailand, Textures of Struggle focuses on the experiences of Thai women who are employed at textile factories and examines how the all-encompassing nature of wage work speaks to issues of worker accommodation and resistance within various factory settings. Why are some women less tolerant of their ...
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Sewing with Knits: Classic, Stylish Garments from Swimsuits to Eveningwear
Connie Long
Taunton, 2000
Great reference book!
This book is a wonderful resource to have. After years of struggling while sewing knit fabrics, this book has provided me with the solutions I needed. I read it cover to cover when I first bought it and now use it as a reference. The photos that demonstrate techniques ...
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No Pattern Knits: Simple Modular Techniques for Making Wonderful Garments and Accessories
Pat Ashforth, Steve Plummer
Barron's Educational Series, 2006
No Pattern Knits
This book is great for someone interested in learning the modular technique of knitting. Basicly, it is making geometric shapes and putting them together artfully to make fashion etc... This book teaches you the technique, and has great ideas and illustrations. You can ...
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