Author : Ellen W. Miller
Release : 2017
Genre : Dressmaking
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 488/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Creating Couture Embellishment by : Ellen W. Miller
Download or read book Creating Couture Embellishment written by Ellen W. Miller. This book was released on 2017. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Creating Couture Embellishment offers a step-by-step guide to manipulating fabric and making and applying a rich variety of embellishments. Chapters cover fabric-manipulation techniques of pleating, quilting, tucking, ruffling, shirring and smocking, as well as the fabrication and application of feathers, beading, embroidery, flowers, decorative ribbons and bows, bias bindings and piping, fringe, braids and passementerie. The heirloom quality created by the insertion or application of lace is also explored. A comprehensive sourcebook of ideas for the student, professional and home sewer alike.