Author's Preface.
In this book, or series of books, I have aimed at clearness and conciseness of description, with the object of giving information in the most helpful form to those who desire to master the intricacies of the science of cutting.
The Systems described are the results of long practice and much careful experimenting, and my endeavour has been to produce a simple method that shall be reliable for all kinds of garments for all sorts and conditions of customers.
My former pupils tell me I have been eminently successful in this, and I know that in my own hands the systems herein contained produce the best results that could be desired by the most exacting critics.
The present version is simpler than any preceding one, and being based on the ripest and most matured experience, it will, 1 think, be acknowledged to be a marked advance on my previous works. It is printed in a handy size, and is offered at a very moderate price, so as to be within the reach of all.
