The newest addition to " Barron's 200 Q&A " series for needlecraft enthusiasts employs the easy-reference Q&A format as it provides practical solutions to the 200 most frequent problems do-it-yourself dressmakers encounter. Typical questions with answers and instructions include-- How do I sew a zipper into a seam? Can I shorten a zipper? What scissors should I use when cutting out fabric? What is a seam ripper? What is a raglan sleeve? Other questions deal with machine stitching, hand-sewing, measuring and fitting, waistbands and belts, tucks and pleats, collars and necklines, and sleeves and pockets. More than 200 color illustrations supplement most answers with visual demonstrations.