Efficiency in Clothing (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ruth Stevens Reed

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484607863 ISBN 13: 9780484607865

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Improve how you sew and fit at home with practical, motion-minded instruction.

This book presents a clear approach to clothing work that emphasizes healthful posture, efficient movements, and simple, well-fitting garments. Through guided lessons, patterns, and study exercises, you learn to measure accurately, draft patterns, and craft easier, better-looking dresses, skirts, and wovens.

The guidance centers on turning dressing and sewing into a series of efficient steps. You’ll find hands-on drills, pattern adjustments, and practical tips aimed at reducing waste while boosting comfort and style. The material is organized into lesson plans and checklists you can use with groups or on your own.

• Learn how to test and adjust patterns for different body sizes
• Practice measuring, drafting, and assembling garments with minimal waste
• Explore a study dress concept that eliminates unnecessary motions
• Use a repeatable sequence of lessons to build sewing confidence

Ideal for readers who want a structured, hands-on approach to home sewing, pattern fitting, and practical wardrobe planning.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484607863
• ISBN 13: 9780484607865
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 57