The author of more than 20 sewing books and videos, Claire Shaeffer shares a few couture secrets which you can incorporate in your everyday sewing. According to Claire, couture techniques are not difficult and will take your designs to a new level. Recognizing your busy schedule, Claire doesn't waste time with her descriptions. This video includes several zipper secrets, how to eliminate gaping, lingerie guards, how to mark and cut bias, ribbon waist stays, thread casings, braided elastic, couture understitching, cross stitches, how to mark center front, and lingerie guards.