{"product_id":"simple-tailoring-alterations-hems-waistbands-seams-sleeves-pockets-cuffs-darts-tucks-fastenings-necklines-linings-9781861089595","title":"Simple Tailoring \u0026 Alterations: Hems - Waistbands - Seams - Sleeves - Pockets - Cuffs - Darts - Tucks - Fastenings - Necklines - Linings","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn insider's secrets to tailoring and making alterations.\u003c\/strong\u003e Master the basics and more with \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTailoring \u0026amp; Alterations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, a practical guide written by an accomplished costume maker and theatrical tailor. With over thirty years experience in the garment industry, J. Francois-Campbell knows every tailoring trick of the trade and shares them with you.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA nip and a tuck for the perfect fit.\u003c\/strong\u003eOff-the-rack clothing rarely fits well because it was not made to your specific measurements. With the step-by-step instructions - plus 250 full-color photographs and 100 helpful illustrations - you can now make alterations that will save you big bucks: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSave by updating outfits that no longer fit properly and spend less on new clothes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDon't pay expensive tailoring fees to have clothing mended and altered.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDo follow these simple techniques to improve your wardrobe and line your pockets with the money you save.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 essential tailoring techniques.\u003c\/strong\u003e Jay François-Campbell guides you through must-now techniques suitable for novices and intermediate sewers that range from replacing buttons to changing a garment's shape for a better fit. Projects cover skirts, dresses, pants, jackets, shirts, coats, capes, suits, sweaters, vests and ties.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaster new skills and get more from what's in your closet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Get your copy of \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Tailoring \u0026amp;\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAlterations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e you are on your way to advancing your skills with in-depth information on equipment, fabric choices, measuring, stitching, and making pro-level alterations to men's and women's garments. Here's know-how that will help you revamp your wardrobe and adeptly handle sweeping alterations that go beyond changing a hemline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=AUTH-10748847\"\u003eJ. Francois-Campbell\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e GMC Publications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/06\/2016\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 176\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.90h x 8.20w x 0.70d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781861089595\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1861089597\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC Categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-CRA\"\u003eCrafts \u0026amp; Hobbies\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-CRA035000\"\u003eSewing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-CRA\"\u003eCrafts \u0026amp; Hobbies\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-CRA032000\"\u003eReference\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-CRA\"\u003eCrafts \u0026amp; Hobbies\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-CRA009000\"\u003eFashion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"GMC Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49125509759213,"sku":"9781861089595","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/8097\/6621\/files\/img_1ce9f7ae-6307-48f9-847b-c4e3a5b18b6e.jpg?v=1765564476","url":"https:\/\/sureshotbooks.com\/products\/simple-tailoring-alterations-hems-waistbands-seams-sleeves-pockets-cuffs-darts-tucks-fastenings-necklines-linings-9781861089595","provider":"SureShot Books Publishing LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}