<p><strong>Couture-quality garments deserve nothing less than custom trim--made by you!</strong> Author and couture expert Claire B. Shaeffer opens up a whole new world of creative expression for the garment sewer in Couture Sewing Designer Trims DVD. In this fascinating video workshop, she shares a wealth of little-known techniques for creating amazing one-of-a-kind edges and complex decorative trims. Finally, trims worth of your most beautifully made, designer-inspired cardigan jacket.</p><p><strong>Learn as you watch Claire create signature trims found only on iconic fashions</strong>. This DVD offers serious garment sewers an incredible opportunity: See firsthand how world-renowned designers assemble the elements--ribbons, braids, cording, fine trims, and yarns--to build fabulous one-of-a-kind trims. Nothing bought off the shelf or ordinary here, only quality crafted elegance that says, this is haute couture!</p><p><strong>You learn how to put it all together!</strong> In this workshop, you not only learn how to construct unique decorative trim but all the techniques--cutting, stitching, and assembling--for applying the trim to the garment. You'll also get the inside story on how to construct the 3-piece sleeve that is unique to the cardigan jacket, including:<br><br></p><ul><li>Cutting, tracing seams, basting, finishing, hemming, and lining</li><li>Adding a vent, mitered corners, a French tack, crochet trims</li><li>How to finish trim ends and place the button</li></ul><p><strong>Enjoy this inspiring workshop with an exceptional instructor</strong>: During the course of this video workshop, Claire demonstrates the right stitches to ensure you get professional-looking results, explains how to combine colors and textures for stunning effects, and offers a tour of her extensive couture collection of vintage and contemporary trims. Don't miss this rare opportunity!</p>