The Sewing Connection 3: Shirley Adams Sewing Connection

Shirley Adams presents 13 programs in Series 3. 1-Reversibles: Shirley creatively uses two-faced fabric to create new styles. She also flips the fabric over to expose the B side. Learn pattern layout, cutting, and assembly. Discover the excitement of reversible garments.2-Matching Magic: Plaids and stripes never leave the fashion scene, you just have to plan ahead. Shirley demonstrates how to perfectly match the fabric design for perfect layout on your pattern. Cutting, layout, and assembly problems addressed.3-Come Rain or Shine: Explore rain-wear to rain-gear from waterproof to water repellent. Linings and sleeve alterations warm up light-weight outerwear which looks great, fits perfectly, and will take you through the run-up to cold weather.4-Sweatering: Handle sweater bodies and fabric yardage with confidence. Take an ugly old sweater and create a new garment. Shirley demonstrates a variety of finished edges from which to choose for your specific fabric and project. Faux suede, colorful fabrics, or serger edging compete for the perfect finish.5-One Layer Coat - Choose the perfect fabric for a one layer coat. Shirley demonstrates the one layer coat with and without a pattern. Finish the interior attractively. Let the fabric make suitable choices for seams and fasteners. 6-One The Edge: The simple one layer coat you created in "One Layer Coat" needs those edges professionally finished. Let Shirley show you stylish and functional ways to perfect the look.7-Altering Man-Made Suede: Lose or gain a little weight? Make changes on seam lines to perfectly fit your new size or style. Learn to insert a zipper without a seam. Faux suede is timeless, yet expensive. Learn to avoid mistakes or fix them when they occur.8-Distorting the Facts: Stitching or ironing, either method allows simple shapes to take on a sophisticated air when cut up and arranged in appliqu . Whether updating old ugly sweaters or inventing an exciting scene for your little ones, distorting the fabrics give you an outlet for your inner artist and updates old clothing or fabrics. 9-Create A Collar: Add a collar to a garment you've already created or purchased. When your pattern has a high jewel neck, but you want a collar, add it to your pattern with ease. Collar types demonstrated: Rolled, mandarin, tuxedo, fitted.10-Turtle Quilt: Delight the children with this self-contained quilt that folds up inside the turtle cover, and includes its own pillow.11-Make It Special: Why make just another garment to drape your body? Study expensive designer fashion and use those ideas to create your style. Spend your energy, fabric, money, and time on something special. Shirley demonstrates quilting, draping, fabric choice, and creates a belt to liven up a simple dress.12-Little Black Dress: An important piece of your wardrobe. Alter that simple dress for any occasion. Shirley's basic black is a three-season tissue faille, but she also has black linen for summer, black wool jersey for winter, and black velvet for special occasions. Alter your basic pattern with style accents for fashion, comfort, or your taste, and make any number of these fabulous versatile garments.13-Night on The Town: Take your little black dress on the town with glittery accents, a spectacular metallic jacket, or a glitzy wrap. Shirley shows off an emerald green jacket in silk jacquard made from imported fabric that sat silently in her stash until it decided what it wanted to be. Bonus Reversible chapter 14