Wearable Art & Sewing Books
Bibliography compiled by Lu Peters, © 2005-2009
Abling, B. & Maggio, K. Integrating Draping, Drafting, and Drawing: Three Techniques; Fairchild, 2009, ISBN 978--1-56367-486-0
Ahles, Carol Laflin Fine Machine Sewing, Revised: Easy Ways to Get the Look of Hand Finishing and Embellishing, Taunton
Notions: Over 50 Great Gadgets You Can’t Live Without, Taunton
Aimone, Katherine Duncan The Fiberarts Book of Wearable Art, Lark (** highly recommended)
Aldrich, Winifred Metric Pattern Cutting, Blackwell
Fabric, Form and Flat Pattern Cutting, Blackwell
Pattern Cutting for Women’s Tailored Jackets, Blackwell
Allemong, Elizabeth European Cut: Teach yourself how to draft slopers the European way; www.vestisbooks.com
Allison, S. Jean Therapy: Denim Deconstruction for the Conscientious Crafter; Lark, 2008
Alto & Palmer Creative Serger DVD (tips to using decorative threads on your Serger); www.clotilde.com
Serger Basics DVD (stitches, tension, edgings, etc); www.clotilde.com
Alto, Maria &
Pati Palmer &
Barbara Weiland Sewing Ultrasuede; Palmer and Pletsch
Amaden-Crawford, Connie The Art Of Fashion Draping, 3rd edition, Fairchild
A Guide To Fashion Sewing, 3rd edition, Fairchild
Fashion Your Own Pants The Simple Way, self pub.
Fashion Patterns for Plus Sizes, self pub.
Customizing the Bodice & Blouse Master Patterns, self pub.
Fashion Your Own Skirts the Simple Way, self pub.
Patternmaking Made Easy, self pub. (** highly recommended)
Grading Workshop, self pub.
Connie's Gems, self pub. (** highly recommended)
(Compilation of published articles; not yet listed on website)
DVDs:
Volume 1: Custom Dress Form
Volume 2: Custom Bodice
Volume 3: Custom Pant
Pattern Line for Butterick Patterns: www.butterickpatterns.com
Her website is fashionpatterns.com
Anawalt, Patricia The Worldwide History of Dress; Thames and Hudson, 2007
Andricks, Susan E. Bridal Gowns: How to Make the Wedding Dress of Your Dreams; www.palmerpletsch.com
Araki, Kazuko Free Lace with Ribbons and Machine Stitching; Nihon Vogue, 2001
Armstrong, Helen Joseph Pattern Making For Fashion Design, Prentice Hall
Draping For Apparel Design, Fairchild
Artise & Karenick Born Again Vintage: 25 Ways to Deconstruct, Reinvent, and Recycle Your Wardrobe; Potter Craft, 2008
Atwood, Jennie Archer Sew Vintage: New Creations from Found Fabrics; Taunton
Astroth, Sue Super Simple Creative Costumes: Mix and Match Your Way to Make Believe; C & T Publishing
Avery, Virginia Quilts To Wear, Dover Needlework Series, 1990
Wonderful Wearables, Scribner
Nifty Neckwear; C & T Publishing, 1994
Virginia Avery’s Hats: A Heady Affair; C &T Publishing, 1994
Baker, Sharon Fabric in the Mind’s Eye: Kapa Maker, www.kapamaker.com
(also available from www.cottonclub.com)
Baker, Brown, and Kacynski The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide (Creative Machine Arts Series), Krause Publications
Bane, Allyne Flat Pattern Design, McGraw Hill
Barden, Cassie The New Handmade: Simple Sewing for Contemporary Style; Martingale, 2008
Barickman, Amy Denim Redesign: 20 Projects to Reconstruct & Embellish Jeans, Overalls, and Jackets; Indygo Junction, 2008
The Vintage Workshop Art-to-Wear: 100 Images and 40 Projects to Personalize Fashion; Martingale, 2006
Barlap, Judy Japanese Tailoring
Barta, Melinda Hip to Stitch: 20 Contemporary Projects Embellished with Thread; Interweave Press
Bayard, Marie-Noelle Sewing: Techniques and Patterns; Sterling
Beaman, Sarah The Button Maker; Collins and Brown, 2007
Decorative Sewing: 100 Practical Techniques, 100 Inspirational Ideas and 20 Original Projects; Collins and Brown, 2007
Beard, Betty J. Fashions from the Loom: Handwoven Clothing Made Easy, Interweave
Bednar & Pugh-Gannon Encyclopedia of Sewing Techniques; Sterling, 2007
Bednar and van der Kley Creative Serging: Innovative Applications to Get the Most from Your Serger, Sterling Publishing
Anne van der Kley's website is ggcreations.com.au/anne/
Bensussen, Rusty Shortcuts to A Perfect Sewing Pattern, Sterling
Sew Your Own Pattern Accessories, Sterling
Benton, Kitty Easy Guide to Serging Fine Fabrics, Taunton
Bergh, Rene Make Your Own Patterns, Sterling
Bernina of America Fashion Show Books: (** highly recommended)
Renaissance Fashion Show 2001
Masquerade Fashion Show 2002
Fantasy Fashion Show 2003
Celebration Fashion Show 2004
Through the Needle Magazine 2005
Through the Needle Magazine 2006
berninausa.com is primary source for the books; other sources available via above links
Betzina, Sandra Power Sewing, Taunton
Fabric Savvy, Taunton
More Fabric Savvy, Taunton (* recommended)
Fast Fit, Taunton (** highly recommended)
No Time To Sew, Rodale
Power Sewing Skill Series DVDs
#1 Foolproof Buttonholes
#2 Pant Fitting Pointers
#3 Pillows with a Punch
#4 Copy Ready-to-Wear
#5 Anatomy of a Jacket
#6 Pocket Particulars
#7 Linings A to Z
#8 Designer Hem and Seam Finishes
#9 Jeans Couture
Power Sewing Series Videos:
#7 Hassle-Free Designer Jackets
#8 Embellishment
#11 Marketing What You Make
#12 Handwoven and Quilted Garments
Sandra Betzina Sews For Your Home; Taunton, 2002
Fear of Sewing Booklet for Young Sewers
Her website is located at sandrabetzina.com.
Black, Lynette Ranney Dream Sewing Spaces; www.palmerpletsch.com
Blakeney, Faith
Schultz, Justine
Schultz, Ellen
90 Ways to Cut, Sew, Tie, and Rock Your Scarf; Potter Craft, 2008
99 Ways to Cut, Sew, and Deck Out Your Denim; Clarkson Potter Publishing, 2007
Bixler & Dugan 5 Steps to Professional Presence: How to Project Confidence, Competence, and Credibility at Work; Adams Media Corp, 2000
Bixler & Nix-Rice The New Professional Image: From Business Casual to the Ultimate Power Look; Adams Media Corp, 1997
The New Professional Image: Dress Your Best for Every Business Situation; Adams Media Corp, 2005
Blaze, David A Stitch in Time Sewing Guide; Kindle Edition, February 2009
Bossom, Diane Serge Art, Krause
Bottom & Chaney Make it Your Own: Personalizing Patterns
Boyce, Ann A New Serge in Wearable Art, Chilton
Bray, Natalie Dress Pattern Designing
Brennan, Sheila One Piece Wearables: 25 Chic Garments and Accessories to Sew from Single Pattern Pieces; Quarry, 2008
Brown, Gail Sewing with Sergers: The Complete Handbook for Overlock Sewing, Palmer/Pletsch Publishing (Serging… From Basics to Creative Possibilities Series) www.gailbrown.com
Brown, G. & Dillon, K. Sew a Beautiful Wedding; Palmer and Pletsch
Brown & Young Innovative Sewing: The Newest, Best, and Fastest Sewing Techniques, Chilton
Bruner, Deborah Crazy Rags, Martingale
Burgh, Rene Sewing Classic Clothes That Fit, 2000
Butcher & Farquar Sew Fabulous Fabric; North Light Books, 2008
Butler, Amy In Stitches: 25 Simple & Stylish Sewing Projects; Chronicle Books
Cabrera & Meyers Classic Tailoring Techniques: A Construction Guide for Women’s Wear, Fairchild
Campbell-Harding, Valerie Edges & Finishes in Machine Embroidery, Quilters Resource (*recommended)
Cano-Murillo, Kathy Crafty Chica’s Guide to Artful Sewing: Fabulous-Low-Sew Projects for the Everyday Crafter; Potter Craft, February 2009
Carr, Roberta Couture…The Art of Fine Sewing, Palmer/Pletsch
Achieving Perfect Fit, Burda
Cassimatis, Jack The Super Stain Remover Book; www.clotilde.com
Chauncey, Barb Denim by Design; Krause, 2008
Cheetham, Kathleen Singer Perfect Plus: Sew a Mix and Match Wardrobe for Plus and Petite Plus Sizes; Creative Publishers International, 2008
Chia, Wenllan Twinkle Sews: 24 Handmade Fashions from the Runway to Your Wardrobe; Potter Craft, September 2009
Clabburn, Pamela Shawls; Shire, 2008
Clayton, Marie Ultimate Sewing Bible: A Complete Reference Guide to Mastering the Art of Sewing; Collins & Brown, 2008
Clark, Rachel D. K. “Picture This” Techniques for Wearable Art, RDKC Publishing
Coe, Miriam Essentials of Sewing, vol. 2
Coffin, David Making Trousers for Men and Women; A Multi-Media Workshop; Creative Publishing International, August 2009
Shirtmaking: Developing Skills for Fine Sewing, Taunton
Cole, J. & Czachor, S. Professional Sewing Techniques for Aspiring Designers; Fairchild, 2008
Sample Workbook to Accompany Professional Sewing Techniques for Aspiring Designers; Fairchild, 2009
Cole, Mary Lee Trees Pattern Free Fashions, Chilton
Colgrove, Debbie Teach Yourself Visually Sewing; Visual, 2006
Collier & Epps Textile Testing and Analysis; Prentice Hall textbook, 1998
Collier & Tortora Understanding Textiles; 2000
Conlon, Jane Fine Embellishments, Techniques, Classic Details, Taunton
Cope, Louise Todd Sleeves: A Treasury of Ideas, Techniques and Patterns, Coat of Arms Press
Cornwall, Nancy Polar Magic: New Adventures with Fleece; Krause, 2001
More Polarfleece Adventures: The Journey Continues; Krause, 1999
More Polar Magic: Expanded Fleece Techniques; Krause, 2004
Adventures with Polarfleece: A Sewing Experience; Krause, 1998
Embroidery Machine Essentials: Fleece Techniques (Jeanine Twigg's Companion Project Series); Krause, 2003
Country Bumpkins, Eds. A to Z Sewing for Smockers; Country Bumpkin Publishing
Inspirational Guide to Stitching for Beginners and Beyond; Country Bumpkin Publishing, 2007
Cousineau, Susan Sweet Chic Kids: Sewing Designs Nursery and Kids Décor on a Budget; Krause,
Creative Publishing International, Editors
The New Sewing Essentials, Singer Reference Library
Creative Publishing International Start to Sew; Singer
The Perfect Fit: The Classic Guide to Altering Patterns (* recommended)
The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, Singer Reference Library
The New Sewing with a Serger, Singer Sewing Reference Library
Veiled in Beauty: Creative Wedding Headpieces
Garments for Beginners; 1998
CPI's website is www.creativepub.com.
Crowood, Jane All Stitched Up; Barrons
Cutting, Louise Booklets: all self published, available on her website: www.cuttinglinedesigns.com
Expert Tips and Techniques for:
One-Seam Pants, vol. I
One-Seam Pants, vol. II
Cutting Across the Country in Style
Cutting Between the Lines
Cutting Through the Clutter
Fine Sewing, collection I, II, III, & IV
Fantastic Fabric Tips
da Concecao, Maria Wearable Art: Innovative Designs for Clothing and Fibers; Studio Book
Dale, Julie Shafler Art to Wear; Abbeville Press (** highly recommended)
The author's website is located at julieartisans.com.
Damhorst,
Miller-Spillman,
& Michelman The Meaning of Dress; Fairchild Publishing, 3rd edition, 2005
ISBN 1-56367-366-5
Daniel Stray Sock Sewing; North Light Books, 2008
Davis, Jane Easy Japanese Quilting Style; North Light, May 2009
Deckert, Barbara Sewing For Plus Sizes
Denhartog, Francesca &
Camp, Carole Ann Sew What! Skirts, 16 Simple Styles You Can Make with Fabulous Fabrics (Spiral-bound); Storey Press, 2006
Denton, Julie Elegant Scarves and Wraps: 25 Gorgeous Felt Designs; North Light Books, January 2009
Dixon, Rachel Taft The Sew It Book [1929 book re-issued by Amy Barickman]; Indygo Junction, 2008
Doak, Carol Easy Reversible Vests; Martingale, 2008
Dobson, Jenni Making Kimono and Japanese Clothes, Batsford
Donofrio-Ferrezza, L. &
Hefferen, M. Designing a Knitwear Collection; Fairchild, 2008
ISBN 978-1-56367-492-1
Doyle, Tracy Patterns from Finished Clothes: Re-Creating the Clothes You Love
Dupay, Celine Simple Sewing with a French Twist: An Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes and Home Accessories with Style; Potter Craft, 2007
Dubicki, Elizabeth 101 Ways to Use Your First Sewing Machine; Krause, 2006
Dunn, Patty Instructional DVDs: www.alldunndesigns.com
Trims, Glorious trims, parts 1 & 2
Jacket Junky Class
Bias Jacket
Working Your Serger
Pucker Up
The No Sew Rage: Glitz, Glam and Glue
Let’s Face It
Soft Sculpting and Heirloom Sewing
Welt Pockets
Attach and Detach
A Blast from the Past (vintage linens)
Lining a Jacket
See It, Sew It
4 Ways to do Chenille
The Perfect Purse
Transferring Your Pattern to a Design Template
Ebben, Katie Sew Stylish: Easy Sew Ideas for Customizing Clothes and Home Accessories, Potter Craft, 2006
Eichorn, Rosemary The Art of Fabric Collage, Taunton
The author's website is located at sewjourn.com.
Emmerson, Jayne New From Old: How to Transform and Customize Your Clothes; Firefly, 2006
Erickson, Nancy Do You Love What You Sew? Adventures in Fashion Sewing; Erickson Consulting, 1995
The Sewlmagination Workbook: Jackets Soft Tailoring for Modern Sewing
Ericson, Lois All Eric’s Press:
Belts, 1984
Options, 2002 (* recommended)
The Great Put On, 1992
Opening and Closing, 1996 (* recommended)
Texture, A Closer Look, 1987 (* recommended)
Fabrics, Reconstruction, 1984
Lois Ericson's website is designandsew.com.
Ericson, Lois and Diane Ethnic Costume
Design It Yourself, 1980
Print It Yourself, 1980
Sew It Yourself, 1980
Design & Sew It Yourself, revised edition 1983
Diane Ericson's website is revisions-ericson.com.
Evy, Jana Art to Wear: Make and Embellish Creative Clothing and Accessories; North Light Books, 2005
Art to Wear
Fasanella, Kathleen The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Sewn Product Manufacturing
Favors, V. Flat Patternmakers’ Handbook; Fairchild, 2010
Featherstone, Sally The Little Book of Sewing, Weaving, and Fabric Work; Featherstone Education, June 2009 [children’s book]
Fiberarts Magazine Fiberarts Design Books, 1 through 7, Lark. Available via Amazon vendors.
The magazine's website is located at fiberartsmagazine.com.
Finnager, Tone Sew Pretty Christmas Homestyle; David and Charles, 2008
Florence, Judy Gingham Aprons of the ‘40’s and ‘50’s: a Checkered Past; Schiffer, 2003
Aprons of the Mid 20th Century: to Serve and Protect; Schiffer, 2001
Freeman-Zachary, Rice New Techniques for Wearable Art: Creative Ideas for Transforming Clothes and Accessories, Quarry, 2004
Creative Clothes and Accessories, Apple Press, 2004
www.voodoonotes.blogspot.com
Fung-Yu Lin, A. Switch Craft: Battery Powered Crafts to Make and Sew; Potter Craft, 2008
Gadia-Smitely, Roselyn Wearable Quilts: Sewing Timeless Fashions Using Traditional Patterns, Sterling
Ganderton, Lucinda It’s in the Details: Embellished Clothes and Accessories; Martingale, 2007
Gardiner, Wendy Sewing Bible Project Book: Curtains; David & Charles, November 2009
The Encyclopedia of Sewing Techniques: a Step-by-Step Visual Directory with an Inspirational Gallery of Finished Pieces; Search Press
The Complete Book of Sewing: Full Step-by-Step Techniques and 15 Simple Projects; New Holland, 2007
Geisel, EllynAnne The Kitchen Linens Book: Using, Sharing, and Cherishing the Fabrics of our Daily Lives; Andrews McMeel, March 2009
Apronisms: Pocket Wisdoms for Every Day; Andrews McMeel, 2008
The Apron Book: Making, Wearing, and Sharing a Bit of Cloth and Comfort; Andrews McMeel, 2006
Gillebrand, Diane Kanashi in Bloom 20 Simple Fold-and-Sew Projects to Wear and Give; Watson-Guptill, July 2009
Girard, Stephanie Sweater Surgery: How to Make New Things from Old Sweaters; Quarry Books, 2008
Goldstein-Lynch, Ellen &
Malone, Nicole &
Mullins, Sarah Making Vinyl, Plastic and Rubber Handbags: Sewing Stylish Projects from Unusual Materials; Quarry, 2007
Griffin, et al. Serger Secrets: High Fashion Techniques for Creating Great Looking Clothes, Rodale
Gunn, Tim A Guide to Quality, Taste, and Style; Abrams Image, www.patternfitting.com
Hanford, Jack Professional Pattern Grading for Women, Men’s, and Children’s Apparel; Fairchild, 2003
Hanson, Becky Quick and Easy Sewing with Your Serger; Creative Publishing International, 2008
Hanes, Christine Chic and Simple Sewing: Shirts, Dresses, Tops, and Jackets for the Modern Seamstress; Potter Craft, April 2009
Hayes, Christine Chic and Simple Sewing Skirts, Dresses, Tops, and Jackets for the Modern Seamstress; Potter Craft, April 2009
Haxell, Kate Customizing Cool Clothes: From Dull to Divine in 30 Projects, Interweave Press
Hazen, Gale Fantastic Fit for Everybody: How to Alter Patterns to Flatter Your Figure, Rodale
Head, C. Old Sewing Machines; Shire, 1976
Henry, Simon The Little Black Dress: How to Make the Perfect One for You; Guild of Master Craftsmen, April 2009
Higgins, Frank Apron: Its Traditions, History and Secret Significance; Kessinger, 1997
Hiney, Mary Jo Alternation: Transform, Embellish, Customize; North Light Books, 20007
Hip Line Media Making Pants That Fit, Finally DVD, Hip Line Media, www.hiplinemedia.com
Hodge, Brooke, et al. Skin + Bones, Parallel Practices in Fashion and Architecture; in association with an Exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles 2006-2007, MOCA.org, Thames and Hudson, ISBN 050051318X
Hollen & Kundel Pattern Making By the Flat Pattern Method, 8th Ed., Prentice Hall
Holman, Gillian Pattern Cutting Made Easy: A Step by Step Introduction, Batsford