Stylish Dress Book: Wear with Freedom Paperback 0804843155 9780804843157 Yoshiko Tsukiori

Sew your own chic and original dresses with this stylish sewing book.

Japanese style has long been admired for its grace and artistry. Add to that a sense of fun, and you have the sew-it-yourself Stylish Dress Book. Complete with stunning full-color photos, this Japanese sewing book (in English) gives you instructions and pull-out patterns for unique Japanese fashion--26 relaxed and comfortable yet elegant dresses and tops--pretty, timeless pieces that can be worn year after year, by women of all ages and sizes. The detailed diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions take you step-by-step from layout to finished garment. The no-rules looks pictured in this book are perfect for today's carefree fashion sensibility and will inspire you to have fun with fabric and style.

Simple lines make these garments perfect for women of all ages and all sizes. This book includes a complete western-sized sewing pattern for each design that is easily adjusted to fit your body form. The concise diagrams and simple instructions allow you to develop your unique style with ease and confidence.

Author: Yoshiko Tsukiori
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 09/10/2012
Pages: 80
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.80h x 8.00w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780804843157

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 07/02/2012 pg. 64
Library Journal 08/01/2012 pg. 96

About the Author
Yoshiko Tsukiori is a graduate of Joshi Bijutsu College of Fine Arts in Kanawaga, Japan. After working for apparel companies she became an independent freelance designer, creating designs for women, babies and children. She has written numerous books in her native Japan, primarily featuring projects for chic women's and children's wear.