A classically tailored suit never goes out of style, nor do the skills and techniques used in crafting one. This step by step guide takes the reader through the entire process of making a suit, from selecting the fabric to the final fit. The book also includes over 200 colour coded diagrams that clearly depict the construction process. This complete course on tailoring is illustrated and annotated like no other book on the topic and will become a trusted reference in any sewing library.
Introduction Chapter 1: Basics *Tools and equipment *Selecting and Preparing Fabrics *Hand stitches for tailoring *Understanding patterns *Laying out, cutting and marking Chapter 2: Women's Suit *Fitting jacket and pants in muslin *Preparing jacket *Preparing pants Chapter 3: Man's Suit *Jackets *Pants
