April 24, 2024
1926 Home Sewing and Modern Dressmaking Course - Original - Full Set of 6 Books
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Home Sewing and Modern Dressmaking Course Institute of Modern Sewing 1926, 6 Volumes / 20 Lessons approximately 210 total pages + covers, spacing pages 6.5 x 9 inches good condition for all books, but cover has begun to split along the spine and has some tearing on Book 3. Contains no actual patterns.This 6 book set is a fascinating guide to sewing in 1920s style, with many illustrations and photographs. It is a broad ranging but succinct guide to many techniques that give 20s garments their distinctive look. The books give guidance on using some of the more specialized vintage presser feet to accomplish delicate finishing touches and trimming details. There is even a section on the construction process for several specific garments, another on pattern drafting, and one on design principles and designing for specific body types. The lessons are:Book One Lesson One, Part One: Essential Stitches Lesson One, Part Two: Essential Seams Lesson Two: Cutting and Applying Bias Bindings Lesson Three, Part One: The Binder Appliance Lesson Three, Part Two: Making an Attractive Apron Lesson Four: The TuckerBook Two Lesson Five: Textiles, Their Selection and UseBook Three Lesson Six, Part One: A Hem Lesson Six, Part Two: Fancy Items Lesson Seven, Part One: Plackets Lesson Seven, Part Two: Closures Lesson Eight: ButtonholesBook Four Lesson Nine,
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