This is what I wrote on Amazon.com on David Coffin's new
book.
I will definite be using this book over and over again. I
like it so very much; it is like having 2 books in 1. The
DVD contains so much valuable information, I felt like I
stole the book. I am a visual person and this book is a
treasure piece. I love the sewing tips and techniques. I
like the details shown on making trousers and the inside
look at other designer's techniques. This is what I have
always wanted!!!! The book encourages me to increase my
pattern-making design skills for pants and sewing
techniques. This is my third book from David Coffin and
though I like how his books are laid out, this is my
favorite. I am so glad I ordered it.
The links in this book is so awesome; I have already used
several of them. I have been looking for some sewing
resources to buy supplies at some great prices. Some of the
links will help me save money which made the book pay for
itself several times over. When times get so tight, it is
nice to know you can get save some money and still get
quality. I can go on and on, I know this is a MUST HAVE book
and you will not be disappointed. I am so impressed with the
videos, pictures and interactive pdf's. The book is loaded
with ideas for various styles of pockets, pocket patterns
and constructions, videos on how to sew pockets,
interfacing, stitching tips, how to design and fly
constructions, button holes, bands and band shaping, tabs,
hook and eye tips, finishing, sewing buttons, and enter the
hemostat (interesting quick video). There is a "Ready To
Wear" and custom photo gallery showing designer's
techniques. But wait there is more. The book also discusses
tools and material, basic constructions methods he learned
and uses, zippers, topstitching, binding, loops and more.
David Coffin wrote "You'll learn what I choose to do when I
make pants." This book is for anyone of any skill level who
is wishing to make quality trousers, jeans or pant.
In the video demonstration 1 "Cutting-Out Tips" there are 2
tips that I found very useful and really work great. I
called one of the techniques in the "Cutting-Out Tips" video
"Fold and Tuck" this tip alone is worth the book by itself.
It saves your master pattern from being destroyed and allows
you to make modifications or new designs. As David stated
you are able to create templates for your patterns. I have
used it to transform a regular bodice into a princess seam
top. I have used it to change the design on a previous pant
pattern for myself. This one technique can be applied with
various patterns. Transform a pant pattern into a skirt (I
use the "Fold and Tuck" for that also). The other technique
is using your rulers as weights on your patterns. I used it
when drafting which made all my rulers available to me,
which saved me time in drafting. I also found adding weights
is very helpful as David stated in his video for cutting out
patterns. No fitting information is in the book :(
I heard people wondering if this book too advanced for
beginners; well I wish I had this last year in my beginning
stage. It would have been a much better sewer by now. It
would also have saved me a lot of time to be creative and
money. It is a book to grow with and has definitely inspired
me to achieve so many of his techniques. David Coffin's
"Making Trousers" is for anybody, even non-sewers. Yes I
said that! My husband (non-sewer) uses it as a menu for
options he likes to see in his pant. *smiling*
I am used his book to make my first pair of men
jeans. I have incorporated several of the designs I have
seen in the book. I am using the book to guide me from
creation of my pattern to the finish garment. I am using it
as a sew-along (I watch him and then I sew). Thou I have
spoke of 2 techniques; there is a wealth of other
techniques, helpful hints, and designs ideas. I love his
videos and crystal sharp pictures. He is straight forward
and concise with his demonstrations. If you could have seen
my husband browsing this book and picking features out, you
knew he was like a kid in the candy store. I highly
recommend you buy this one. I am an intermediate beginner
desiring to learn how to sew better with "sew much to
learn."
Friday, December 4, 2009
Drafted and sewn pant using David Coffin's Book. Click here
Until the next time,
Sparkles
