I'm actually trying to decide between the Shaeffer and the Betzina books. I know they are different and I want to get the most bang for my buck. You know what I mean? Also, is there a better Shirtmaking book? I'm definitely getting the Pattern Magic book though. I've been all giddy about pattern drafting since my first class yesterday.
Any other suggestions would be AWESOME too. :)
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I have both the Betzina book and the Shaffer book and like them both very much; however, the Betzina book has provided so much more help to me. It has step by step pictures on construction. I really should pull the Shaffer book down more often.
ReplyDeleteI vote for David Page Coffin's Shirtmaking ... I checked it out of my local library, and have it on my "must-buy" list. If you are going to sew a mens' shirt, this book is at least a must-read.
ReplyDeleteI have the last two and covet the first one...that probably doesn't help. I second the David Coffin shirt book, tho. It's a lifesaver if you're interested in that level of tailoring.
ReplyDeleteI buy everything Sandra Betzina publishes. That woman is a sewing TREASURE. Her latest books (Power Sewing Toolbox) are only $40, but if you had to pick one book, I'd go with "Power Sewing". I reference that more often than any other sewing book. Happy reading! And sewing!