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Sweet Dress Book: 23 Dresses of Pattern Arrangement Paperback – August 20, 2013

by Yoshiko Tsukiori (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 76 ratings
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Fresh from Bunka, the Japanese publisher of Pattern Magic and Drape Drape, comes this stylish book for home sewers. Sweet Dress Book comes with six patterns you can use to make 23 different stylish outfits. An entire wardrobe in one little book!

From these simple patterns, Yoshiko Tsukiori has created a collection of beautiful garments that you can easily make yourself, including blouses, camisoles, shifts, kimonos, coats, dresses, pants, and playsuits.

These easy-to-follow patterns present a variety of designs and techniques that you can choose to incorporate, such as French sleeves, darts, straight-cut designs, and raglan sleeves, along with stylish detailing such as shirring and ruffles.
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  1. Print length
    88 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Laurence King Publishing
  4. Publication date
    August 20, 2013
  5. Dimensions
    7.75 x 0.5 x 9.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1780671083
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1780671086
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Yoshiko Tsukiori is a graduate of Joshi Bijutsu College. After working in apparel companies, Yoshiko became an independent freelance sewing designer. She creates a diverse range of clothing such as children's and babies' clothes, and women's designer garments.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Laurence King Publishing (August 20, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 88 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1780671083
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1780671086
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.75 x 0.5 x 9.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 76 ratings

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Beautiful patterns if you're an Asian woman, or an American with an eating disorder.
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Beautiful patterns if you're an Asian woman, or an American with an eating disorder.
I lusted over this book for moths before buying it, and when it arrived I was in love with the beautiful patterns inside. I bought some material and sat down to sew right away, but quickly deflated when I looked at the pattern pages in the back of the book. The dress patterns are on two fold out sheets in the back of the book. They are much like a large fold out map. 22 of the 23 patterns are drawn one on top of the other on both sides of those two pages. (I included a picture to give you an idea of what I'm talking about) It makes picking out individual pieces for each pattern nearly impossible. If you do manage to pick them out, you'd need to trace them onto pattern paper to begin using the beautiful paterns. I am a better than average seamstress, but I'm not amazing, so I tried making the kimono tunic. It's the one pattern that uses measurements instead of having a pattern on the two spaghetti junction sheets in the back. The measurements for the fabric pieces were fairly easy to figure out as were the directions on how to sew them together. I completed the tunic in one day and was delighted to try it on. I was once again disappointed when I found that my kimono didn't even begin to fit me. (I followed instructions for a large. I am a size 8-10.) Not to be dismayed, I gave the shirt to my middle daughter who is a size 6. She was delighted. It really is a beautiful garment. It fit like a corset on her, so now I have a beautiful kimono tunic that is useless to me unless I meet a fat Asian woman or an anorexic teenager.
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Nina Fuentes
5.0 out of 5 stars Great condition really love my book
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2015
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Great condition really love my book. all the patterns are perfect for any level of sewing and very cute and easy to alter and have fun with the patterns. Another thing is that there are no stupid waste of time steps it's all minimalist when it comes to steps ALSO you never waste fabric! I was shocked I could buy less fabric than what a normal American pattern will call for and we all know fabric prices are crazy so that was AWESOME!
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Tracey Young
5.0 out of 5 stars Yes, this is one SWEET dress book!
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2015
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This book is adorable. I must warn that, I am a size 4-6, 5' 2" and 112 pounds. These patterns put me at a medium. And they only go up to large. The patterns are very simple and, as the title says, "sweet". I have just began copying the patterns and cutting fabric. If you are a pretty experienced sewer, this book will be no problem. I don't know about new sewers, but I will say, they seem easier than the easiest of the big four: Simplicity, McCalls, Butterick and Vogue. Most of the patterns are summer/spring, with short or no sleeves. If all goes well, I am going to try to find a winter collection by the same author. Happy sewing.
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sew happy
5.0 out of 5 stars Haven't had time to use it yet, but I've looked over the styles, patterns, and instructions.
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2013
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Years ago, I used to make all my clothing. I accumulated numerous traditional patterns that I only used once, and the patterns look very dated now. I chose this book because the styles are very suitable for my current lifestyle and personality. I want to make clothes that fit me and look like they were made for me. I think this book of patterns will be easily adaptable for personal creativity and great fit.
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Proud American
4.0 out of 5 stars Really cute, but really small
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2016
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I like the patterns in this book, but like another reviewer said, the largest size only goes up to 36", and I'll need to tweak the patterns a bit to use them.
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M.C-S.
3.0 out of 5 stars Not as great as her other books...
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2014
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I lived in Japan for the last two years and bought a ton of Japanese sewing books. While I cannot "read" them, I am able to figure out the patterns and sewing with the graphics, sequence, and numbers.
Sometimes I went to my local Okinawan sewing store and the ladies there read it for me, and helped me with interfacings and such.

However, while I love  Stylish Dress Book: Simple Smocks, Dresses and Tops  and  Stylish Dress Book: Wear with Freedom  this one here isn't nearly as exciting. Perhasps I have been spoiled by the two I really like, but for whatever reason seems boring and not very innovative. The patterns are super easy-like the apron dress or the kimono tunic, which consists of 3 rectangles, or the strapless jumpsuit, for which you wouldn't really need a pattern. Because of this lack of freshness, I only give this one 3 stars.

I recommend using the look inside function to see whether you'll like it or not. Some might love the fact that there is a cupcake recipe included, but I'm not one of them. I want to sew and not make cupcakes...that's my personal preference however.

The two other books of Yoshiko Tsukiori are  Stylish Dress Book: Clothing for Everyday Wear  and  Happy Homemade: Sew Chic: 20 Simple Everyday Designs . While I like the first one better than the second one, I still don't like them nearly as much as the ones mentioned at the beginning of the review. If you are new to Japanese sewing, they are all worth checking out and opinions do differ indeed.
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judith
5.0 out of 5 stars Yay!!
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2021
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So happy with this purchase. Was hesitant to buy used for fear the patterns would not be included but to my surprise, not only were they included, they were still sealed and unused.
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Jeana Maksym
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Dress Book
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2013
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This is such a lovely book. I haven't made a thing from it yet. The tunic top on the cover is the first thing on my list. The pictures are beautiful and I have ordered a few more of Ms. Tsukiori's books.
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Sandra Field
5.0 out of 5 stars I really like her styles
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2015
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I really like her styles. The sizing is great for tween and teen girls who don't want to look like their little sisters. I have found it easy to enlarge most of the patterns when needed. I do wish she would come out with a style book for larger sizes.
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M R
3.0 out of 5 stars Good book but in bad condition. Little confusing
Reviewed in India on October 14, 2017
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Designs are simple & beautiful, but book was received in near tattered conditions.. looked used. Not worth how much I paid for it. Also, the patterns at the end are incredibly confusing. Not for beginners to understand.
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Lancashire Rachel
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the book.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 31, 2016
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The see inside shows quite clearly what sort of designs these are - and personally I love them.
You will need to trace the patterns onto new pattern paper -and add a hem allowance (and adjust for size if you are not as petite as the Japanese). I'd buy extra fabric as well if you need to adjust upwards. This is not particularly difficult but it does take a large cutting space (such as a table or clean smooth floor) and patience (and practice muslin if you're not confident).
Also note there are 2 pattern sheets in the plastic packet at the back of the book - at first glance you may think the section II designs are missing but they are on the back of the first pattern sheet.
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jenina
5.0 out of 5 stars buenos patrones
Reviewed in Spain on August 5, 2016
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Contiene patrones de vestidos muy bonitos con buenas explicaciones, el libro es de muy buena calidad. Hay que tener un poco de experiencia en costura.
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Lisa A Bond
5.0 out of 5 stars Very satisfied!
Reviewed in Canada on May 19, 2014
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This book is awesome! So many patterns for the price and easy to follow instructions. I have just completed my first project and am excited to wear it!
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Paula-Janine
5.0 out of 5 stars Ganz fabelhafte Inspirationen
Reviewed in Germany on January 25, 2015
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Ich habe das Buch aus zwei Gründen gekauft. Erstens haben die Katzenbilder mein Herz erweicht. Klappt ja irgendwie immer. Und zweitens liebe ich japanische Schnittmuster. Auf deutsch gibt es nicht so viele, aber auf englisch traute ich es mir zu und da klappt es schon ganz gut. Früher habe ich tatsächlich mit Hilfe einer seeehr geduldigen Nählehrerin auch Schnittmuster mit rein japanischen Anleitungen verarbeitet. So ist es aber wirklich einfacher.
Die Schnittmuster sind unkompliziert aber trotzdem mit dem gewissen Etwas. Eine schöne Abwechslung zu den bekannten Europäischen Herstellern. Die Brustweite empfehle ich genau nachzumessen und anzupassen. Da unterscheiden wir uns doch ein wenig von Damen mit asiatischer Figur. Aber alles in allem ein großartiges Buch, auch für Anfänger und für Näherinnen, die einen klaren und doch originellen Stil bevorzugen. Volle Punktzahl!
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