An A-Z reference guide to every fabric imaginable that dressmakers and needleworkers are likely to use - from the newest to the old favourites. This is essential reading for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed in a haberdashery shop by all the fabrics and choices. 85 fabrics are listed alphabetically for easy reference, from African Mudcloth to Wool Melton, and including lace, leather, linen, lycra, velvet and thirteen different kinds of silk. Specific information for each fabric includes: - Uses - Preshrinking ...
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An A-Z reference guide to every fabric imaginable that dressmakers and needleworkers are likely to use - from the newest to the old favourites. This is essential reading for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed in a haberdashery shop by all the fabrics and choices. 85 fabrics are listed alphabetically for easy reference, from African Mudcloth to Wool Melton, and including lace, leather, linen, lycra, velvet and thirteen different kinds of silk. Specific information for each fabric includes: - Uses - Preshrinking instructions - Layout - Marking - Cutting - - Interfacing - Needle and Thread Options - Stitch Length - - Seam Finishing - Topstitching - Pressing - Hemming - Sewing Tips -
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Fabric Savvy and its' sequel, More Fabric Savvy, are great references for every sewer, regardless of level of ability. The book contains detailed information about most commonly encountered fabrics, including sewing tips, cleaning, etc. I highly recommend it.
ReadingManiac
Jul 19, 2007
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I bought this book to help get rid of my fabric inventory. The book doesn't really provide enough knowledge to identify unknown fabrics. It is only helpful when you know what fabric you'r e working with.
