Kwik Sew's Beautiful Lingerie

by Kerstin Mårtensson

A Master Pattern is included with the book KWIK SEW's Beautiful Lingerie is for everyone who loves to sew and a necessity for those who want to discover how easy and fun it is to make lingerie. With fancy laces and soft fabrics you can create beautiful lingerie that will not be duplicated. The master patterns included in this book are for slips, camisoles, briefs, panties, teddies, nightgowns and robes. All styles are easy to make and designed for both woven and knit fabrics. Create unlimited variations. from basic to elegant. Make it for yourself or give it as a gift. The multi-sized master pattern is printed on durable white paper with colour coded lines for each size. The patterns are printed on both sides of the paper so we could include as many sizes and designs as possible. Trace the patterns using tracing paper or tracing cloth made of transparent pressed fibers. All of the master pattern pieces include 1/4? (6 mm) seam allowances. This is the best seam allowance to use when sewing lingerie. You can use a regular sewing machine or a serger/overlock machine. The master pattern includes five sizes from extra small to extra large. Patterns are made to fit specific body measurements with ease allowed for comfort and style. Before you trace the pattern, choose the size by comparing your measurements to the measurement chart. Choose the size closest to your bust, waist and hip measurements. If in-between sizes, choose the larger size.

Genres: Sewing

79 pages, Staple Bound

First published May 1, 1990

Reviews

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you want to make your own undies, this is the book. While the photos may be a bit dated the patterns are sound and the detail techiques help you add that special touch you're looking for.