Title
Patternmaking for Fashion Design by Harper & Row - Essential Guide for Fashion Students and Designers
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
Product Description:
Explore the art of patternmaking with this quintessential guide, offering comprehensive coverage tailored for both novices and seasoned professionals in fashion design. This invaluable resource presents clear illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions, equipping users with all the relevant information necessary to create precise design patterns that cater to varying complexities.
Delve into the three essential steps in the development of design patterns: dart manipulation, added fullness, and contouring. The central theme underscores that all designs are fundamentally based on one or more of these key patternmaking principles. Each project is accompanied by a fashion sketch and an in-depth analysis of the design, emphasizing pattern plotting and manipulation techniques crucial for developing accurate patterns.
This guide also illustrates several innovative methods for creating knock-offs, enhancing your design repertoire. New sections are dedicated to fitting corrections for the basic pattern set and the four pant foundation, addressing the unique requirements of menswear, bias-cut garments, and more. Additionally, the book provides revised drafting instructions and standard measurement charts, as well as guidance on how to modify the bodice to accommodate different bust cup sizes, ensuring a perfect fit for every design.
Furthermore, the guide features constructed support for strapless designs and includes additional, more challenging design projects aimed at the advanced reader. This book is an essential tool for dressmakers, home sewers, manufacturing companies, and professionals in fashion design and fashion merchandising.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive guide to patternmaking for all skill levels.
- Clear illustrations and step-by-step instructions for creating design patterns.
- Focus on three major principles: dart manipulation, added fullness, and contouring.
- Fashion sketches and analyses included for each project.
- Innovative methods for creating knock-offs and fitting corrections.
- Dedicated sections on menswear and bias-cut garments.
- Revised drafting instructions and standard measurement charts.
- Guidance on bodice modifications for various bust cup sizes.
- Constructed support for strapless designs.
- Advanced design projects for experienced readers.
Whether you are a hobbyist or a professional, this patternmaking guide is an essential addition to your library, providing the tools and knowledge necessary to elevate your fashion design skills. Transform your sewing journey today!
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