Includes bibliographical references and index.

Machine generated contents note: -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- 1: Introduction to Couture -- 2: The Art of Textiles -- 3: Uses of Sewing Tools and Supplies -- 4: The Skill of Hand and Machine Stitching -- 5: The Skill of Couture Draping -- 6: The Art of Skirts -- 7: The Secret of the Corset -- 8: The Skill of Fabric Manipulation -- 9: The Skill of Garment Embellishment -- 10: The Secret of Closures -- 11: The Skill of Hems and Other Edge Finishes -- 12: The Skill of Basic Tailoring -- Glossary -- Bibliography -- Credits -- Index.

"The Art of Couture Sewing is a practical guide to custom techniques in the construction of couture garments. Beginning with a brief history of haute couture, the book covers tools and supplies then discusses matching fabrics with the appropriate needle, thread, pressing, and construction techniques. The types of closures, hems and finishes used in couture as well as basic draping techniques are discussed. The text is filled with step-by-step techniques along with clear instructions and illustrations. Nudelman covers many embellishment techniques, including beading, embroidering, and fine stitching with added sections on shisha, couching, eyelet overcasting and ribbon rosette stitches. Highly illustrated with photographs of couture designs as well as close-ups of finishes and details, The Art of Couture Sewing will inspire the design of high-quality garments using couture techniques"-- Provided by publisher.