Whether home sewing is an economic necessity or a desire to express individual personality in one's wardrobe; it can be easy and successful, if approached in the proper manner. Knowledge of the basic principles of garment planning and construction, together with a desire to practice and improve workmanship, will lead to satisfying results.

Domestic Sewing Handbook from the Domestic Sewing Machine Company, Inc. c1947

Spiral bound publication spanning 92 pages.

Let this book help to overcome those little points in construction which label a garment "home-made". Learn to measure accurately, to stitch straight seams, to make neatly tailored buttonholes, to turn an even hem, and to press professionally. When these and other principles have been mastered, the entire procedure of sewing will become quick and easy.

The fundamentals of home sewing are given in this book to help beginners and experienced alike, to a more thorough understanding of the simplified methods used by experts. A few hours of study and practice will pay welcome dividends in the final accomplishment. Knowledge and accuracy in each step of construction will give dresses, suits and coats that much desired professional look.

The step by step outline follows the construction of a garment from the alteration of the pattern through the final finishing. Sewing becomes a pleasure when dependable short cuts are known and used. Select a good pattern and follow the directions given with the pattern, referring frequently to this book for detailed instruction.

Contents:

Equipment For Sewing Efficiency
Your Sewing Machine
Skill In Pressing
Equipment For Pressing Efficiency
Steps In Making A Garment
Pattern And Fabric Selection
Personal Measurement Chart
Altering The Pattern
Fitting A Garment
Basic Muslin Fitting
Preparing The Fabric
True Fabric Grain
Laying The Pattern And Cutting
Transferring Pattern Markings
Basic Hand Stitches
Seams
Marking And Turning Hems
Darts And Tucks 44 Gathers And Ruffles
Pleats, Insets, And Godets

Cutting And Applying Bias
Comers And Facings
Plackets And Slide Fasteners
Pockets And Buttonholes
Buttons And Fasteners
Bias Tubing And Cording
Collars And Neck Finishes

Shoulder Pads And Stiffening
Sleeves And Cuffs
Belts And Belt' Carriers
Tailoring Garments
Trimmings
Machine Darning And Working With Lace
Attachments
Needle And Thread Chart

Vintage 40s DRESSMAKING/SEWING/TAILORING HOW TO BOOK