Sewing Jeans: The complete step-by-step guide

This comprehensive sewing book will take you through the entire process from picking the right fabric and notions to completing a pair of jeans that will rival high-end denim brands.Take your skills to the next level with the help of clearly illustrated, step-by-step instructions and easy to follow techniques. All tutorials can be done using regular home sewing machines and tools that are easy to access.Sewing Jeans: The complete step-by-step guide also includes chapters on pattern alterations, a comprehensive guide to the best seams and stitches plus an extensive section on denim fabric and their care and uses.Making your own jeans doesn't have to be hard, with the techniques shown in this book you'll be able to sew a great looking pair of denim that are uniquely you. CONTENT OVERVIEWIllustrated step-by-step instructions for the entire jeans assembly processInstructions for pattern adaptations and alterationsGuides to the best denim stitches and seamsDenim fabric and their care and usesGarment industry insider tips and techniquesBest tools and notions for sewing jeansDetailed table of contentPattern alterations and adaptationsQuick-guide to denim stitches and seamSewing flat-felled seamsHow to master topstitchingTechniques for sewing bar tacksGuide to denim fabrics How to pick the right fabricCaring for denimDenim and the environmentStep-by-step sewing tutorialsSewing front pocketsBack pocket constructions Zip fly tutorialsButton fly instructionsSewing yoke and crotch seams Side seams techniquesWaistband assemblySewing and attaching belt loopsSewing buttonholesAttaching buttons and rivetsHemming jeansAnd much more! Read more