Alison Smith, MBE, is one of the UK's leading sewing experts. In The Tailoring Book, she reveals the trade secrets and skills necessary to create handmade garments. Learn how to take accurate measurements, work with patterns, prepare toiles (test garments), and choose the right fabrics for your projects, as well as key machine techniques and hand sewing for a couture finish. With Step-By-Step Techniques and 10 Downloadable Project Patterns. The Tailoring Book has everything you need to create elegant custom garments that will last a lifetime.