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Couture Sewing: The Couture Cardigan Jacket: Sewing Secrets from a Chanel Collector
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ISBN13: 9781600859557
Publisher: Taunton Pr
Published: Oct 15 2013
Pages: 144
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.40 Width: 8.07 Depth: 9.96
Language: English
This book and DVD set provides home sewers with all the behind-the-scenes knowledge and couture techniques needed to craft a signature piece that embodies elegance and sophistication.
Couture Sewing is the ultimate guide for creating such pieces as your very own Chanel-inspired cardigan jacket.
Key features:
- Expert Insights: Learn the designer secrets and techniques from renowned fashion instructor Claire B. Shaeffer, a true Chanel collector and couture expert.
- Step-by-Step Instruction: The companion book offers detailed explanations of construction methods, including cutting and shaping, sewing princess seams, and setting sleeves.
- Exclusive Sewing Workshop: The included DVD provides a visual guide to Shaeffer's legendary couture workshop, walking you through each technique with precision and clarity.
- Authentic Couture Details: Master the signature elements of the Chanel jacket, such as adding the chain weight for drape and creating the iconic double buttonhole.
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