Bridal Couture: Fine Sewing Techniques For Wedding Gowns And Evening Wear

Author: Susan Khalje
ISBN: 9780801987571
Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Krause
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The apparently effortless grace of a successful gown is always underpinned by solid dressmaking skills - the skills described in "Bridal Couture". Starting with a portfolio of breathtaking gowns designed by the author, "Bridal Couture" covers all the major techniques used to sew these sumptuous couture creations, including choosing fabric, working with lace, creating a muslin, and problem-solving tricky construction issues. Every conceivable style of skirt, sleeve, and bodice is included, as well as suggestions for fabric combinations to evoke just the right mood. A final section details th construction of four actual gowns, giving readers a chance to apply what they've learned. Ideal as a wish book for brides, a textbook for sewing students, a reference book for dressmakers, or a companion book for anyone hiring a dressmaker, "Bridal Couture" is finally a book about fashion and the practical knowledge needed to create fantasy.

The "Business" of Sewing: How to Start, Maintain and Achieve Success

Author: Barbara Wright
ISBN: 9780963285751
Paperback: 194 pages
Publisher: Collins Publications (October 5, 2000)
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This book is a comprehensive and informative guide for the novice as well as the seasoned sewing professional, teacher and student. Learn how to get paid what you are worth through a detailed analysis of 3 pricing methods, and the pros and cons of each. It offers detailed instructions on business plans, financial planning, marketing and advertising, how to attract clients, how to expand your business, and much more. It even addresses teaching for profit, writing articles and making videos using your sewing knowledge. It has it all.

Sewing As A Home Business

Author: Mary Roehr
ISBN: 0961922923
Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Mary Roehr
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Sewing As A Home Business tells you how to start and operate any type of sewing business in your home. It includes licensing, taxes, advertising, customer relations, target markets, equipment, bookkeeping, financing, insurance, and much more. Follow the complete price lists which are good nationwide or see how to figure an hourly rate for those one-of-a-kind jobs. Whether you already own a sewing business or are just thinking about starting one, this book is for you!

Ready To Wear: An Expert's Guide to Choosing and Using Your Wardrobe

Author: Mary Lou Andre
ISBN: 9780399529535
Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Perigee Trade (March 2, 2004)
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Dressing well is more of a science than one might suspect, asserts wardrobe consultant Andre. Five strategies are at the heart of her philosophy, beginning with an assessment of lifestyle and proceeding to the development of a shopping focus. The emphasis is on clothes investment strategy: the building of a base wardrobe, assessing your clothes, understanding your own style, and then and only then, venturing out into the stores. Lest the subject seem too frivolous, she inserts personal anecdotes and "insider tips" that do help streamline wardrobe management. Some examples: if purse switching happens frequently, consider storing cosmetics, glasses, and other handbag paraphernalia in small, zippered pouches. The minimum number of shoes for work? Three--dress pumps, loafers, and ankle boots. This handy book functions as a refresher course for those who continually moan about having nothing to wear as well as a basic reference for new-to-business women workers.

Brenda's Wardrobe Companion: A Guide to Getting Dressed From the Inside Out

Author: Brenda Kinsel
ISBN: 9781885171719
Paperback: 190 pages
Publisher: Wildcat Canyon Press (March 1, 2003)
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Kinsel walks the reader through the same affirming process that the author's clients experience before they go shopping. Readers assess the qualities they wish to project through clothes, and learn how to focus on what works - all in preparation for the ultimate goal: buying the right clothes and dressing on their own. With color illustrations throughout, this series of "private consultations" works as a companion book to the author's popular fashion bibles.

The Lucky Shopping Manual: Building and Improving Your Wardrobe Piece by Piece

Author: Kim France
ISBN: 9781592400362
Paperback: 320 pages (Full Colour)
Publisher: Gotham Books (January 1, 2003)
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What to wear, how to buy, where and when to spend: These are the topics covered each month by the exceedingly plugged-in staff of Lucky, whose circulation rocketed from 500,000 to 800,000 in just two short years. For Lucky's devoted fans, and anyone devoted to dressing better and shopping smarter, The Lucky Shopping Manual will be the über-find. Finally, there is a book that does away with the inconsequential information in previous fashion books and presents only the most useful tips and imperative information for how to dress better for less. Filled with tips that will appeal to shopaholics and disciplined bargain hunters alike, this enticing guide is packed with over 1,000 full-color photos and illustrations, with a ribbon marker and flexi-cover so women can take it shopping with them.

With great advice on every uniquely designed page, The Lucky Shopping Manual includes features such as:
*Building a wardrobe you love, with cross-referenced sections on everything from skirts, tops, dresses, pants, and suits, to shoes, bags, belts, and what looks best for your body type
*How to spot great finds at the local flea market or the best boutiques
*What to spend your money on and where you can scrimp
*Cool stores coast-to-coast to check out when you're traveling
*Practical tips for fabric care, shoe maintenance, and stain remedies

Gem Magic: Crystals and Gemstones for Love, Luck, and Power

Author: Benda Knight
ISBN: 159233024X
Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Fair Winds Press (January 2004)
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