Just sew and go"-Anna Zapp, designer for stars such as John Travolta and Robert Redford, shares her philosophy of no thinking sewing in this contemporary guide to primary garment construction. Her no fail methods, based on 30 years of experience, are fast, easy, efficient, and sensible! Sewers will learn how to measure themselves and adjust any pattern to fit, producing highly professional, tailored looking results time and time again. The Zapp Method of Couture Sewing features no fail welt pockets, front fly zippers, bound buttonholes, and one row waistband stitching. Clear, simple instructions and detailed illustrations will walk readers through copying their favorite fitting pair of ready to wear pants-without taking them apart! Features instructions for the construction of 5 primary garments Provides tips for fast pant construction, easy lined vests, reversible camisoles, and tailored shirts and jackets - Includes the philosophy behind how and why these methods work
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