Smocking Secrets is a must - have book for cosplayers looking to elevate their costumes. Whether you're attending a cosplay convention or a themed party, this book will help you create stunning outfits. Written by award - winning costume designer Maggie Hofmann, it offers step - by - step guidance on 20 smocking techniques. The book is 96 pages long and has dimensions of 6 inches by 9 inches, making it easy to carry around and refer to. With this book and its companion smocking stencils, you can bring your cosplay ideas to life.