TY - BOOK AU - Sterlacci,Francesca AU - Seggio,Barbara ED - University of Fashion (Firm) TI - Sewing: techniques for beginners SN - 9781786271983 AV - TT710 .S74 2019 U1 - 646.2 23 PY - 2019/// CY - London, United Kingdom PB - Laurence King Publishing KW - Sewing KW - Technique KW - Fashion design N1 - Includes index; Hand sewing -- Pressing -- Interfacings, underlinings, interlinings, & linings -- Seam finishes -- Hem finishes -- Buttons & buttonholes -- Knit fabrics -- Binding -- Pockets -- Zippers N2 - "Knowing how to sew will make you a better designer; you will learn what is possible, and be inspired by the creative possibilities of sewing techniques. In this book you will start by learning the basics: how to choose tools; how to choose and use thread; pressing techniques; and how to choose and use appropriate interfacings and linings. Basic techniques include seam and hem finishes, sewing buttons and buttonholes, working with knit fabrics and finishing details including bindings and spaghetti straps, tailored pockets and zips. Each lesson is illustrated with step-by-step photographs."--Publisher's website ER -