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Alison smith mbe is the founder of one the premier sewing schools in the uk, offering courses in all aspects of sewing, including dressmaking, tailoring, and corsetry. Buy the hardcover book the sewing book by alison smith at indigo. Book overview learn how to make your own clothes with sewing techniques explained in a clear, simple way with dressmaking stepbystep. The sewing book, alison smith shop online for books in. She trained as an art and fashion textile teacher and has been the head of textiles at one of the largest schools in birmingham. See all 18 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Alison set up her own shop, fabulous fabric, and sewing school, the alison victoria school of sewing, near her home in leicestershire. When i met alison about three years ago, she had cottoncandypink hair and was wearing a perfectly tailored tweed skirt suit. Over 300 techniques that show you how to sew absolutely everythingfrom clothes to home decorplus 10 stylish new projects and updated information on more than 100 tools and 50 fabrics, with a glossary of sewing terminology. The sewing book by alison smith and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Visit now to browse our huge range of products at great prices.
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