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Includes:: gorgeous photos clear illustrations & concise language make this the most complete couture-sewing course available Fashion historian Claire B Shaeffer has opened the door to the exclusive realm of haute couture in her authoritative guide to the techniques that define couture sewing & now the industry bible " Couture Sewing Techniques" has been revised & updated with new photos & a chapter on specialty fabrics No one can unravel couture garment construction the way Schaeffer can from the art of hand sewing to mastering edge finishes from classic closures to shaping a garment for a perfect fit Sewers of all skill levels with an interest in fashion sewing will learn the basics for skirts & sleeves pockets & jackets evening gowns & more as well as most importantly how to apply the techniques