Front Cover

Dedication & Acknowledgments

Contents

Introduction

How to Use This Book

Elements of the Tunic

Necklines and Collar Combinations

Sleeves

Bodice Silhouettes

Lower-Edge Embellishments

Our Favorite Fabrics

Trimming the Tunic

Gallery

Putting It All Together

Pattern and Fabric Requirements

The Centerline

The Pattern

Fabric Requirements

Choosing a Size

Pattern Piece List

Supplies, Notions, and Accessories

Pattern Tracing Paper

Marking Tools

Adhesives for Attaching Trims

Measuring Tools

Sewing Accessories

Pressing Tools

Interfacing

Sewing Techniques

Fitting Your Muslin

General Assembly Order

Tunic Formulas: Mixing and Matching Tunic Elements

Sewing Tutorials

Plackets and Collars

Inside-Facing Wide Split Placket with Angled Collar

Outside-Facing Wide Split Placket with Angled Collar

Angled Collar for Inside- and Outside-Facing Wide Split Placket

Inside-Facing Elongated Placket with Bias Neckline Finish

Outside-Facing Elongated Placket with Self Bias Trim

Optional Neckline Finishes for Elongated Placket

Inside-Facing V-Neck Placket

Outside-Facing V-Neck Placket

Ruffle Neckline

Scoop Neckline with Knit Binding

Shorty Placket with Bias Neckline Finish

Bib Placket with Inside Bias Neckline Finish

Bias Band Neckline Finish

Sleeves and Cuffs

Split Cuff

Ruffle Cuff

Sleeve Cuff

Split Sleeve

Sleeveless Armscye Finish

Other Techniques

Slide Slits

Contrasting Hem Band

Applying Trim

Where and When to Apply Trim

How to Apply Trim

Miltered Corner Application

V-Fold Application

Side Seam Invisible Zipper Insertion

Resources

About the Author

Patterns

Legal

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