Not Your Gran's Sewing Book

Tailor your wardrobe to fit your size, shape and sensibilities with Allie Luecke's ultimate guide to easy clothing alterations. Allie breaks down intimidating sewing techniques by giving detailed instructions for the most needed garment upgrades: hemming dragging pant legs, cropping outdated tees, upsizing gaping button-ups, cinching dresses, adding plentiful pockets and functional zippers and more. Screw unattainable sizes or unflattering designs; regardless of size or shape, Allie's approachable alteration hacks will have every garment in your closet fitting perfectly.This isn't your grandmother's dusty old sewing manual - Allie's humorous voice, trending style and understanding of upcycling truly make this a modern sewing bible. Size-inclusive and budget-friendly, this book focuses on making the old new again to avoid fashion faux-pas and wasteful fast fashion. Whether you're adjusting a tried-and-true favorite that might be a bit too snug now or making your latest thrifted treasure fit like a glove, Allie's tutorials will have you saving time, money and the planet.