The Answer Book McCalls Guide to Carefree Sewing

The Answer Book McCalls Guide to Carefree Sewing. Rosemary McMurtry, Editor. Published by McCall Pattern Co, New York, NY, 1972. 1st Edition (Not Stated). Paperback. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: VG. Taped tear at top front cover spine edge, edge wear to covers, overall content excellent. 161 Pgs. Illustrated instructions with drawings and color photographs. Topics covered are: Selecting a pattern, measurements, adjustments; Prepare for sewing, material, lay-out & transferring pattern markings; Sewing equipment, cutting tools, machines, pressing; Basic construction, step-by-step sewing instructions; Pants and skirts, waistbands, crotch seams, hems & cuffs; Tailoring, pattern & fabric selection, pressing techniques, bound buttonholes, hand sewing details; Menswear, measuring, pattern adjustment, tailoring; and Creating your look, self analysis, tricks with line, how to look taller, shorter, slimmer, less thin, fabric techniques, tips on color and for looking better. Description text copyright 2009 BooksForComfort. Item ID 19432.