This title includes five basic patterns for a top, skirt, shirt, dress, trousers and trench coat. It includes step-by-step instructions on how to apply versatile techniques from the 1920s through to the 1980s. The editors of "BurdaStyle" introduce key fashion looks of the past and deconstructs them so sewers can learn to use these iconic elements to make their own sylish clothes. Using five basic patterns for a dress, blouse, trousers, trench and skirt, the book gives step-by-step instruction on how to apply versatile techniques from the 1920s through to the 1980s to create an inspiring collection of fresh, new looks. Fashion designers have always looked back to move forward and budding designers and fashion savvy sweres will use this indispensible resource as a springboard to an amazing range of sewing possibilities.

Vintage Looks Meet Modern Fashion

About the Author
Nora Abousteit is the cofounder of BurdaStyle.com. She made her first money sewing and selling scrunchies when she was thirteen. Before starting BurdaStyle, Nora worked at Hubert Burda Media and was part of the founding team of the DLD conferences.


Book Information
ISBN 9780307586759
Author Nora Abousteit
Format Hardback
Page Count 216
Imprint Potter Craft
Publisher Random House USA Inc
Weight(grams) 1046g
Dimensions(mm) 236mm * 245mm * 25mm