Easy Guide to Sewing Jackets [Paperback]

Cecelia Podolak (Author), Cecilia Podolak (Author), Taunton Press (Author)

Book Description

Series: Easy Guide | Publication Date: August 15, 1995

Learn to sew beautiful jackets easily, whatever your skill level. You'll discover the most current sewing techniques, including how to press as you sew, use fusible interfacings, make perfect patch pockets, set in professional-looking sleeves, insert linings, sew invisible hems, and much more.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Debut titles in Taunton Press's new sewing series, these guides take both new and experienced sewers completely through the construction process of a particular garment. Podolak, contributing writer to Threads Magazine, is quite expert in breaking down the construction of the jacket. Organization of chapters is very logical, starting with selection of style, fabric, and customizing fit. There is an outstanding section on pressing and shaping fabric. The presentation throughout is crisp, and photos and diagrams are frequent and well placed. Likewise a contributor to Threads Magazine, Tilton follows the exact same format, with special sections and help tips unique to the garment. Both texts are polished, professional, and wonderfully written. This series compares favorably with "Singer Sewing Reference Library" series, which focuses on fabrics, fit, children's wear, etc. Taunton's new series is all garment-specific, and though the format is redundant, it works well. Highly recommended for public libraries.?Karen Ellis, Baldwin Boettcher Lib., Humble, Tex.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Taunton Press (August 15, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1561580872
• ISBN-13: 978-1561580873
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #835,898 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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45 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not suitable for experienced, but great for the beginner., July 13, 1998

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Susan Bischoff - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Easy Guide to Sewing Jackets (Paperback)

This book covers everything you need to know to make a very basic, collarless jacket. Topics discussed include silhouettes, accurate measuring, fabric and interfacing choices, fitting, seam finishes, and step-by-step instuctions on assembling the jacket. However, the book does not cover welt and bound pockets (only patch pockets are included), bound buttonholes, collars and lapels- especially the notched collar. Tailoring and shaping are also excluded. (For a good overview of all of these techniques and some other goodies, check out Claire Shaeffer's "Couture Sewing Techniques; Taunton Press, 1993) The book is perfectly suited for those who may be wary of undertaking a jacket. The instructions are clear and there are many photographs. There is even a section that breaks down the sewing steps for a weekend jacket project, which is encouraging.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Book for Beginning Tailoring, August 8, 2006

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Nancy Robertson (Alabama, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Easy Guide to Sewing Jackets (Paperback)

Like the other reviewers, I borrowed this book from the library, and it was so helpful, I decided I had to buy it.

I'm an advanced beginner sewing my first tailored jacket. I followed the instructions for sewing set in sleeves (hair canvas bias strips, sleeve headers, shoulder pads), and the sleeves and shoulders turned out looking almost as good as the ones on a $500 jacket. It was my first attempt, and I was amazed.

I've seen other books on tailoring, and this one is superior in every way. True, the book doesn't cover collars, lapels or welt pockets, but what is covered is done thoroughly and professionally. And as the author points out it's best not to attempt too many difficult procedures on your first jacket.

In short, if you're eager to make a simple but professionally tailored jacket, Cecila Podolak's book is absolutely must reading.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent information, September 21, 2000

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N. Smith - See all my reviews
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I checked this book out of my library three times and finally bought it to have on hand at all times. Very knowledgable lady with excellent credentials. Easy to understand and follow.