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The Art of Fashion Draping

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Art of Fashion Draping
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Connie Amaden-Crawford
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:512
Dimensions(mm): Height 300,Width 229
Category/GenreFashion and textiles - design
ISBN/Barcode 9781501328480
ClassificationsDewey:746.92
Audience
General
Edition 5th ed.
Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic USA
NZ Release Date 22 March 2018
Publication Country United States

Description

"This is the most comprehensive teaching tool for learning and mastering draping techniques. The illustrations and the text for each drape are clear and explicit." Laura K. Kidd, Southern Illinois University, USA Learn to drape fabric on a dress form to create your own patterns. The step-by-step instructions are organized from basic to advanced projects using both imperial and metric measurements, so you don't have to convert measurements. The book includes a wide variety of fashion styles, from bodices to bias-cut gowns. Intermediate and advanced design variations include an off-shoulder sleeve design and a peplum design. More than 1,000 two-color line drawings show you each draping step. - Checklists to evaluate and analyze designs - Cross-referencing of techniques across chapters - Online STUDIO includes video tutorials explaining key draping skills and techniques - Lay-flat binding makes the book easy to use while draping garments PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501330292.

Author Biography

Connie Amaden-Crawford is President and CEO of Fashion Patterns by Coni and a licensed designer for The McCall Pattern Company under the Butterick label.