Fine Embellishment Techniques: Classic Details for Today’s Clothing

Celebrating all that is elegant and classic about vintage clothing, this book shows how to embellish new garments to make them look as though they were crafted in a more glamorous era. Readers will learn they don t have to be experts to add embellishment techniques from the 1920s, 30s, and 40s to their wardrobes. They ll discover the possibilities of adding threadwork, beading, trims, piping, and more to garments. These projects are elegant and sophisticated and especially appealing to those who like glamour but not glitz.
— Features five categories of embellishment techniques.
— Includes detailed instructions and 70 color photographs.
— Offers design inspiration of all kinds — from casual to evening wear.

Celebrating all that is elegant and classic about vintage clothing, this book shows how to embellish new garments to make them look as though they were crafted in a more glamorous era. Readers will learn they don t have to be experts to add embellishment techniques from the 1920s, 30s, and 40s to their wardrobes. They ll discover the possibilities of adding threadwork, beading, trims, piping, and more to garments. These projects are elegant and sophisticated and especially appealing to those who like glamour but not glitz.
— Features five categories of embellishment techniques.
— Includes detailed instructions and 70 color photographs.
— Offers design inspiration of all kinds — from casual to evening wear.