Brand/Series: Better Homes and Gardens Creative Sewing Library

Publisher: Meredith Press (New York / Des Moines)

Printed in the United States of America

Format: Hardcover

Included volumes (5): Pattern Adjustments; Professional Sewing Tips; Tailoring Suits and Coats; Sewing Casual Clothes; How to Sew for Children

Pattern Adjustments highlights: Step-by-step pattern alterations; adjustment tips for figure problems; custom fitting ideas; preparing fabric, marking, cutting, assembling a garment

Professional Sewing Tips highlights: Easy ways to sew pockets, collars, gussets, bindings, facings, zippers; finishing details; how to make perfect buttonholes; sewing tricks for sleeves; underlining skirts and dresses

Tailoring Suits and Coats highlights: How to make a dressmaker suit; easy-to-follow instructions on collars, pockets, trims, rolling the lapel; special tips on pressing

Sewing Casual Clothes highlights: Sportswear ideas for teenagers; how to make and fit slacks, smart separates and beach wear; leather fashions; sport clothes for men

How to Sew for Children highlights: Using applique and trims; designing popular Empire and A-line styles; special seams for added wear; details on little boys' pants and coats

Notes: Vintage instructional set focused on sewing techniques and garment construction.