Book Description

This is a comprehensive guide to textiles and clothing, intended for use in home economics classes and by homemakers. It covers all aspects of garment design, selection, and care, as well as the properties and uses of various fabrics and fibers. The book is full of practical tips and advice, and includes numerous illustrations and photographs that demonstrate various techniques and styles. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art and science of textile design and clothing construction. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.