Caroline Akselson

From adjusting patterns to altering ready-made garments, learn how to personalise your makes to suit your style with this go-to guide. Starting with the basics, learn how to measure yourself and grade between sizes before moving onto pattern adjustments including darts, bust, bum, back, bicep and mobility adjustments. Discover the art of preparing and fitting a toile to create a...

The Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills is the second title in this brand-new, standalone series that celebrates dressmaking techniques. Building on the basics covered in The Great British Sewing Bee: The Techniques, this book includes chapters on: Preparation & pattern matching Working with different fabrics such as leather and lace How to take your sewing to the next level...

Discover the joy of giving your favourite clothes a new lease of life with The Great British Sewing Bee: Repair and Re-wear. This beginner-friendly guide empowers you to repair, upcycle and care for your cherished garments, ensuring they last longer. Inside, you’ll find: Key hand sewing stitches for repairs Techniques like darning, patching, visible mending, and overdyeing to rejuvenate faded...