Author(s): Anon

Crafts

Everything you need to know for turning your smocked dress into an heirloom. The seventh title in the excellent A-Z series of specialist needlework books, Country Bumpkin Publication's latest how-to text focuses on garment construction for smocking enthusiasts. Presented in an easy to use style, this spiral bound book is overflowing with hundreds of step-by-step photographs and invaluable hints for creating heirloom garments that are just as beautiful on the inside as they are on the outside. This book offers sewing techniques, expertly explained, plus a range of optional finishes for necklines, collars, sleeves and hems. Created in response to reader requests, it is the perfect companion to the A-Z of Smocking. Over 580 superb step-by-step colour photographs Hints and tips from the experts