Sewing Specialty Fabrics

Sewing Specialty Fabrics by Singer Sewing Reference Library. Published by Cy DeCosse Inc, Minnetonka, MN, 1985. 1st Edition. Paperback. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. 128 Pgs. ISBN 0865732094. LCCN 85-13050. Choosing a fabric that is new or different makes sewing exciting. This book gives you confidence to create fashions from fabrics that you may never have used before. The book is organized to help you quickly find the information you nee. First is an overview to help you in the early steps of sewing specialty fabrics. The fabrics are conveniently grouped according to similar sewing techniques. The five sections include sheer and silky fabrics, special occasion fabrics, classic fabrics, synthetic furs and leathers, and knits. Information on pattern selection, fabric preparation, pattern layout, cutting, marking, and pressing techniques is included for each section. A choice of techniques - using straight stitching, zigzag, special purpose stitches, or an overlock is given for each fabric. Fully illustrated with color photographs. Description text copyright 2010 www.BooksForComfort.net. Item ID 22728.