I have found these to be two great resources... two that I have been buried in for the last couple of days. JFRP is a great companion book for tailoring a jacket for ANY size that I've come across. If you have not tackled jacket construction and tailoring, this book is a must have for your sewing library. This book provides step-by-step instructions on how to choose and treat the fabric; seam finishes; how to make the alterations; where to add interfacing; welt pockets; bound buttonholes; sleeve heads; shoulder pads; set sleeves and the list goes on. The particular chapter that struck me was the last one on Men's jackets, something I definitely want to try. Here is the chapter list:
Easy Guide to Sewing Linings by Connie Long is the only book that I've seen that discusses the treatment of linings in such detail. It talks about how to line EVERYTHING and all of the possible problems you may encounter.
Chapters
- About Sewing Jackets
- Pattern Selection
- Fabrics
- Shaping Fabrics
- Great Notions for Jacket Sewing
- Pressing and Seam Finishes
- Make Sure it Will Fit
- Fitting Jackets on REAL People
- Cutting, Marking, and Interfacing
- Jacket Front
- Back and Under Collar
- Sleeves, Shoulder Pads, and Chest Shaping
- Facing, Upper Collar, Lining, and Hems
- Bagging a Lining
- Buttonholes
- More Pockets
- Easy Mitered Back Vent
- Finishing Touches
- TIPS That Will Improve ALL of Your Sewing
- Plaids and Stripes
- Men's Jackets
Easy Guide to Sewing Linings by Connie Long is the only book that I've seen that discusses the treatment of linings in such detail. It talks about how to line EVERYTHING and all of the possible problems you may encounter.
Chapters
- The Purpose of Lining a Garment
- Jacket Linings
- Coat Linings
- Vest Linings
- Skirt Linings
- Pants Linings
- Dress Linings
- Sheer and Lace Garment Linings
- Sweater Linings
- Lining Vents
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