Couture techniques

Learn unique techniques that will enhance your next quilt! These vintage sewing techniques will raise the surface of your quilt and truly impress. We’ll learn heirloom smocking techniques, t…

So. First, to answer Ann's gentle query of last post, I've been AWOL for most of the year because of the big C. It's been quite a ride: a year of various chemo regimens, then high dose (aka "killer" aka "apocalyptic") chemo immediately followed by a bone marrow transplant, and lastly, a month of radiation. Unexpected detours aside, the treatments are finally over (hah, says the skeptic, for now), and I'm still standing. So, since it looks like I'll be around to have a bit of fun in the near…

Learn how to engineer stability into all sorts of fitted garments with this couture technique.

Haute Couture with CoutureNotebook on Instagram: "From drawing to final garments a peek at the creative process of Pakistan designer @surajmukhhi for her graduation collection inspired by flowers and the Winged Victory in Le Louvre .. Really like that sleeve. Sculptural wearable art What do you think? . FOLLOW @couturenotebook AND click on the 🔔 at the top of the profile so you don't miss any post. 😎"

Origami

FREE DOWNLOAD by Linda Reynolds Learn the techniques used by the top fashion design houses for applying some of the more commonly used couture finishes in garment sewing. You'll find information and how-tos on:

A few weeks ago I made a trip down the street to the CMU School of Drama warehouse where the historic costume collection is housed to view originals with the Couture Techniques class. I snapped a few pictures of my favorite couture techniques for future reference. Above it a bow trimmed interior coat pocket, now in shreds. Below is a similar style pocket with the addition of pleated trim. The bows and trim on the pockets make the pockets look pretty as well as aiding in guiding the hand to…

Christian Dior

Delicate fabric and lace, a simple pattern, and fine sewing add up to a couture cami. Christian Dior designer Alexandra Armillas teaches you how to make one of your own.