‘Dressmaking. The Easy Guide’ is THE book you need to be able to make clothes that fit your unique self. It is a ‘Best Seller’ and ‘Award Winning Book’ which is just amazing!! It is on it’s sixth reprint since it was launched in June 2023. I sign every book but if you want it personalised, please let me know who to sign it to in the notes when you order.
You will need a few essential items to get started. The following packs are all available on my website: –
* Firstly, you might need the Starter Pack which has two metres of paper to trace off you blocks, two metres of calico to make your toile and a pattern master to make the process easier and quicker. Save money and buy the Starter Pack with the book here.
* Next, you might need some equipment which is recommended in the book. I have a simple bronze kit, right up to the platinum kit which has everything you need for your dressmaking journey.
* Then, I also have the recently launched downloadable PDF Starter Pack which includes an ‘Introduction page’, ‘Sizing Sheet’, ‘Alteration Sheet’, Set of 5 mini blocks to practice with and a ‘Neckline template sheet’. This is great to go along with the Online Course and YouTube videos.
* Lastly, the highly anticipated Online Course is OUT NOW! This is the perfect tool to help you on your journey as I hand hold you throughout the entire book at your own pace. Just £99 for lifetime access. It’s like having me there with you in your sewing room!
Please feel free to join my private facebook group dedicated to the book for lots of extra help and support. I cannot wait to see how you all get on using my book. Also, please share your dressmaking journey with me on Facebook and Instagram!
For more information on the equipment you need and the courses I run, just visit my website here.
Helen Rhiannon
The dressmaking book to get you started on your dressmaking journey.
Create bespoke garments that fit and flatter!
In this comprehensive, informative book, Helen explains how to create beautiful, customized dresses for every shape and size. Choose the exact size that fits and flatters you from a bespoke sizing chart that takes into account differences in body size across bust, waist and hips.
Trace off your pattern pieces, then create a sample (toile) in calico which you can then adapt to create the dress of your dreams, in your own choice of fabulous fabric.
There are four style options each for sleeves and necklines, including a flared sleeve, a capped sleeve, a sweetheart neckline or a boatneck; and five skirt options, including a fitted pencil-style skirt, a circle skirt, and an A-line, with or without pleats.
You can also choose to add a sweet, classic Peter Pan collar, or inseam pockets, to your garment. Alternatively, you can even create a skirt as a separate garment, simply by adding a waistband or facing.
The language of sewing and dressmaking is demystified at the beginning of the book, as well as the equipment you need to get started.
Nothing is left unexplained; and stunning images of the finished dresses, on a mannequin and on a model, are interspersed throughout the book to inspire your own finished pieces.
Please note – If you choose to cancel your order, you will be refunded minus the PayPal fee.
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