TITLE/AUTHOR: SINGER SEWING ACTIVEWEAR: Sewing Reference Library by editors of Cowles Creative Publishing
PUBLISHER: Cy DeCosse Inc, Minnetonka, MN, Copyright 1986, Revised and expanded edition ISBN: (10) 0865732116
ILLUSTRATOR: Colorful photos on every page
DESCRIPTION: Hardcover, Pictorial cover, 128 pages, Approx. 8 1/2 x 11 1/8 inches
CONDITION: LIKE NEW, Unread, Mint condition, Cover and pages tight and clean, Gift Quality
ABOUT THIS BOOK: Shows how to work with creative details; create one's own fabric; and work with such fiber art media as smocking, quilting, and rug braiding; and includes instructions for a variety of projects.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
GETTING STARTED
Fabrics for action
Fabrics for comfort
Fabrics for warmth and protection
Insulations, linings and interfacing
Sewing equipment and supplies
Notions
Determining size
Layout, cutting and marking
Seams and edges
AUCTION WEAR
Sewing actionwear
Leotards and swimsuits
Fitting
Finishing edges
Binding and straps
Chevroned stripes
Color blocking
Hems
Tights
Bikini shorts and shirts
Zippers in knits
COMFORT WEAR
Sewing comfort wear
Ribbings
Sweat suits and warm-ups
V-necklines
Waistline finishes
Leg finishes
Casing and cuffs
Shirts and shorts
Binding edges
Rugby placket
Pockets
Outer Wear
Sewing outerwear/ Waistbands
Zipper
Zippered pockets
Garment-storing
Pocket
Rain poncho
Sewing polar fleece
Insulated outerwear
Insulated vests
Insulated jackets
PERSONAL STYLE
Applied stripes
Piping
Fold-over braid
Belts
