Boning upon the bustiers
Article Abstract:
The bustier is a tightly fitted upper body garment mostly used for eveningwear, and it's necessary to understand and master the logistics of its construction. Underpinnings such as support fabrics, boning, casings and ribbon stays and bust structure and padding are keys to secure shape.
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2003
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Sew clothes that keep on fitting
Article Abstract:
A method of sewing clothes during a weight-loss regime is depicted with tips for alterations. Ways to select pattern styles and fabrics that are visually slimming and adjusting the size of the garments are presented.
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2005
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Stuck on shirt fitting? duct tape makes a great pattern
Article Abstract:
Steps to make hip mold using duct tape is described. Once the mold is cut apart and flattened, it's a sloper, and can be used just like a drafted sloper as the basis for designing any kind of skirt.
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2004
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