Chelsey Byrd Lewallen is a Lecturer in the Apparel, Textile and Design Program at the University of Idaho, USA. She is a sewist, artist, entrepreneur, and teacher dedicated to helping make clothing fit beautifully while keeping textile goods out of landfills.
Chelsey's passion for teaching comes through vividly in this book. Her knowledge of various alteration techniques will aid anyone learning to sew or complete clothing alterations. There is a growing trend to reduce textile waste by altering or repairing the clothing that would otherwise end up in a landfill. If you would like to contribute to that trend then this book is step one for you. * Sara Holden, Owner, Altered Ego, LLC, USA. * A long-awaited and very welcome addition to my shelf. Chelsey Byrd Lewallen does a masterful job of providing the depth and the detail of repairs, without making assumptions of the reader’s skill level or ability, making this an incredibly accessible text for all levels. * Sarah Mosher, Assistant Professor of Costume Design and Technology in Theatre Arts, Baylor University, USA *