Do you ever ask yourself whether it is worthwhile to buy a great - looking outfit when you know that it is going to need a lot of alterations? Do you have several items in your closet that are unsuitable for wearing, but don't know how they can be fixed?

This unique book is a comprehensive guide to sewing and shopping for clothing that conforms to the proper standard of tznius. It will help you decide which clothing to buy and which to avoid or discard because they cannot be altered to meet halachic standards, plus it offers many creative solutions for tznius problems.

Whether you know or don't know how to sew; whether you're a novice, experienced sewer, somewhere in between, or wish to discuss certain ideas with your dressmaker, you'll find this invaluable guide contains everything you need to know to shop and alter garments in order to dress modestly.

Features:

• An uplifting hashkofah section on the topic of modesty.
• A thorough explanation of sewing terms along with detailed, step - by - step, alteration instructions.
• A wide variety of creative tips and techniques for tznius solutions for sewers at all levels.
• Over 250 modest, easy - to - follow diagrams for altering the most problematic parts of garments.

  Open Seams and Souls and discover the joy of creating a delightful, great - looking wardrobe that meets every measure of modesty. Ideal for every Jewish home and classroom, and a must for every Bas Yisroel.