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Tables of Contents for Sewing Lingerie That Fits
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Introduction
2
2
What Is Lingerie?
4
10
Lingerie As I See It
5
2
Lingerie Meets Everyday Wear
7
1
Lifestyle Loungewear
8
3
Find Patterns to Please Yourself
11
3
Fabrics and Other Things
14
18
Choosing a Great Fabric
15
3
Traditional Fabric Options
18
3
Less Predictable Fabric Choices
21
3
Selecting the Right Trims and Notions
24
8
The Best Sewing Techniques
32
28
Seam and Edge Finishes
34
12
Elastic
46
8
Straps
54
6
Fitting and Creating Patterns
60
26
Garment Style Determines Fit
61
2
Good Fit Starts with Accurate Measuring
63
1
Working with Commercial Patterns
64
5
Creating a Pattern
69
4
A Wrapped Half-Slip Pattern
73
4
A V-Neck Camisole Pattern
77
2
A Basic Panty Pattern
79
7
All about Bras
86
24
Anatomy of a Bra---Which Style Is Right for You?
87
2
Options for Bra Patterns
89
5
Your Choice of Fabrics
94
1
The Facts about Fitting
95
5
General Construction Techniques
100
3
Converting a Bra Pattern to a Racer or V-Back
103
4
Adding a Pocket for a Mastectomy Prosthesis
107
3
Custom Details that Make It Your Own
110
25
A Menu of Finishing Touches
111
1
Fabric Dyes and Textile Paints
112
3
Creating Designs with Dye
115
6
Applique
121
3
Machine Embroidery and Beading
124
2
Silk Ribbon Details
126
9
Resources
135
2
Index
137