Barbara Deckert

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Of Interest / Links

Sewing for Plus Sizes: Design, Fit and Construction for Ample Apparel (Taunton, 1999) by Barbara Deckert

Sewing 911: Practical and Creative Rescues for Sewing Emergencies (Taunton: 2001) by Barbara Deckert

Simplicity Patterns.

Folkwear Patterns

Harper House Patterns.

Fashion Patterns by Connie

View current commercial patterns for bridal, evening, careerwear, sportswear, costumes, and more..

View commercial patterns for historic and retro costumes.

Commercial patterns drafted specifically for plus sizes.

For information for consumers on dressmaking and working with a custom clothier, and for information for potential members on membership, visit:

The  Association of Sewing and Design Professionals ( Formerly PACC).

Art by Barbara Deckert:

Visit the Howard County Art Guild's web site and click on "Member Gallery."

The Howard County Art Guild

Vogue and Marfy

Butterick

McCall's