A Beginners Guide to Making Skirts: Learn how to make 24 different skirts from 8 basic shapes

All the techniques, clear stepbystep artworks, and patterns you need to make 24 wonderful skirtsAll the techniques, clear stepbystep artworks, and patterns you need to make 24 wonderful skirtsINCLUDES THREE FULL SIZE PATTERN SHEETS FOR US DRESS SIZES 4 TO 22Follow Wendy Wards tutorials to make a wide range of stylish skirts. From 8 basic shapescircle, Aline, stretch pencil, wrap, bubble, tailored pencil, frontopening, and culottesyou will learn the skills to make variations that have pockets, color blocking, gathers, ruching, darts, and much more. All the basic techniques you will need are also explained, so youll feel confident with essentials like inserting zippers, attaching waistbands, gathering, pleats, making buttonholes, and adding linings. There are also handy hints and tips on how to take measurements and on choosing the right fabric. Skirts are the perfect first garment for beginner dressmakers, and there are some really simple designs herethe jersey pencil skirt is just two pieces of fabric with an elasticated waistband! So arm yourself with this book, some fabric, and Wendys sewing wisdom, and youll be on your way to updating your wardrobe with unique skirts that are a perfect fit.