Easy Guide to Sewing Linings (Sewing Companion Library) [Paperback]

Connie Long (Author)

Book Description

Series: Sewing Companion Library | Publication Date: June 1, 1998

A lining makes a garment drape better, last longer, and slip on and off with ease. Easy Guide to Sewing Linings enlightens readers of all skill levels to the lining options available.
-- Instructions on drafting a lining pattern when one isn't included.
-- Teaches how to sew both traditional and quick linings.
-- Gives details on lining a sheer or lace garment, and for a vented skirt, putting a zip-out lining into a coat and much more.

Product Details

• Paperback: 153 pages
• Publisher: Taunton Press (June 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1561582255
• ISBN-13: 978-1561582259
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #268,456 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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108 of 110 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great resource, March 27, 1999

By 

Dbmsewer "Dbmsewer" (Springfield, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Easy Guide to Sewing Linings (Sewing Companion Library) (Paperback)

I took a linings class with Connie Long at G Street Fabrics and bought this book as a back-up to keep my memory fresh. It contains everything in her class and more, with concise directions and excellent photos. Long is my favorite teacher at G Street and she's probably one of the best sewing teachers anywhere. The ideas she presents in this book, from making your own lining to lining dresses, pants and coats, will really improve your sewing. She teaches you how to bag a lining - don't be afraid to try it. It really works and the results are fantastic. She covers zippers, bindings, seam finishes, just about everything you can do to give your garment that professionally finished look. If you've ever been confused about when to line or what to use, or just wanted to do a better job, this book is the best. An added treat, you'll get to see some of Long's own creations which she uses to illustrate techniques. Her students are always awe-struck by the outstanding quality of her work. If I could sew half as well, I'd never buy another thing from a department store.

49 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A worthwhile investment, December 4, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Easy Guide to Sewing Linings (Sewing Companion Library) (Paperback)

I picked up a copy of Connie Long's book from the library "just for the heck of it". I am going to purchase a copy now. It is packed full with useful tips and information about lining everything. I especially like how she presented making your own lining patterns. While reading this book I was constructing a jacket in which I had to add a partial lining. Had it not been for this reference, I would have not known what to do. The garment looked very professional. Every sewer should have a copy of this as a reference. Thank you Ms. Long.

48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference, March 21, 2003

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K. Cunningham "ticklish_tomes" (Taipei, Taiwan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Easy Guide to Sewing Linings (Sewing Companion Library) (Paperback)

This is the definitive book for sewers who want to make linings. Before I bought this book, I thought linings were a waste of time--Armani didn't use them, right? Not anymore! I line most everything I sew. Ms. Long covers lining jackets, dresses, even sweaters--underlinings, classic linings, quick linings. She suggests which fabrics to use, and gives complete directions with construction & insertion. Excellent! Your clothes will hang better, look more expensive, last longer, glide over your skin--great stuff.