Pattern making for kids' clothes : all you need to know about designing, adapting, and customizing sewing patterns for children's clothing / Carla Hegeman Crim.
Material type:
TextPublisher: Hauppague, New York : Barron's, 2014Edition: First edition for North America and the PhilippinesDescription: 159 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 1438003862
- 9781438003863
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Over-priced, mass-produced kids clothes they'll outgrow in a flash? Make them a thing of the past!
For those looking to get started sewing their own kid's clothes, or looking to expand on their current skills, Pattern Making for Kids' Clothes is the place to begin.
Though there are plenty of affordable options in stores, the quality of mass-produced garments can be questionable. Finding durable, well-made kids clothing can be expensive, especially when they outgrow them so fast. Choosing to dress your kid in high-quality, handmade pieces gives you peace of mind and let's your little one express their style with custom pieces, all while building your skills and creativity.
This book has everything you need for creating, using, and adapting patterns for kids' clothes:
Illustrated, step-by-step techniques specific to kids' clothes Valuable insider tips from professional pattern designers Handy QR codes linking to downloadable pattern templates Instructions for making patterns from scratch and customizing existing patterns Advice from the pros on marketing your creationsWith more than 300 full-color instructional and inspirational images, straightforward language, and easy-to-follow instructions, this book is sure to be the sewing parent's go-to guide for everything from rompers and dresses to jackets, pants, and more!
Includes index.
Measurements -- Finishes, fasteners, and fit considerations -- Working with slopers and blocks -- Altering patterns and making patterns from clothing -- Tops -- Pants -- Skirts -- Dresses -- Rompers -- Taking it further.