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Create and customize your own stylish capsule wardrobe... without using dressmaking patterns!
Use simple, beginner-friendly techniques to sew 10 stylish, versatile and contemporary garments with Kimberley Hind (@whatkimberleymakes).
Are dressmaking patterns essential for creating stylish and flattering clothes? No!
Can you create a range of impressive garments using just your own measurements and some simple techniques? Yes!
Popular designer and dressmaker Kimberley Hind takes you through everything you need to know to get started. Whether that's choosing the right fabrics for the look and finish you want, to accurately taking your body measurements so that your clothes fit in just the right way, Kimberley's friendly and no-nonsense attitude will get you started in no time... and with no need for dressmaking patterns!
Introduction
Tools and materials
Fabric
Seams and hems
Gathering
Ruffles
Elastic casings
Turning ties
Bias-binding
Body measurements
PROJECTS
Easy T-shirt
Laze dress Variation: slouchy top
Elasticated boho blouse Variation: maxi dress
Billow skirt Variation: shorter gathered skirt
Mysa jacket Variation: tie-front blouse
Homestead pinafore dress
Meadow dress Variation: summer strappy top
Tie-strap cami top
Copy-cat trousers Variation: floaty shorts Variation: loungewear set
Sol wrap skirt Variation: midi wrap skirt
Using fabric scraps
Templates
Dressmaking glossary
Index
Kimberley Hind grew up around sewing, being the daughter of best-selling sewing author Debbie Shore. After 12 years working as a visual merchandiser, she discovered a real passion for sewing during maternity leave following the birth of her daughter. Since then, she has made it her full-time occupation. Now, Kimberley runs a successful online sewing shop as well as her website which shares tutorials, tips and sewing inspiration. She also designs modern, beginner-friendly sewing patterns through her brand Made on Monday. Kimberley likes to create sewing projects that are simple and easy to follow, providing clear guidance for makers of all levels.
Kimberley lives in London, UK. Visit her website www.whatkimberleymakes.com and find her on Instagram @whatkimberleymakes
By Debbie Shore & Kimberley Hind
£12.99
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