Pattern Magic, English edition

Pattern Magic, English edition

Pattern Magic 2 is the cult pattern-cutting text from Japan, partner to the original Pattern Magic book. Inspiring and exciting, this volume takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with more step-by-step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. This book looks at creating interesting surfaces, optical illusions and curved shapes through pattern cutting. All the basic information you need to start pattern cutting is included, from the basic block to measurements and scaling. Each project is beautifully illustrated with clear diagrams and photographs showing the stages of construction, the toiles and the finished garments. These easy-to-follow illustrations and detailed instructions make it easy to create stunning, sculptural clothes.

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Tomoko Nakamichi war viele Jahre lang Professorin am Bunka Fashion College in Tokio und hält derzeit in Japan und anderen Ländern Vorträge und Seminare über Modedesign.

Inhaltsangabe

Fundamentals Using this book
Part 1
Playing with geometrics
Wearing a balloon Wearing a circle Wearing a triangle Wearing a square Sprouting at the back (nyokitto) Sprouting at the front (nyokitto) Just like a stole A ball-shaped accordion (jabara) Circular accordion (jabara) Circular sleeve Square accordion (jabara)
Part 2
Decorative structures
Knots Like a jungle Stars Flip-turn Different facings,
different looks Cowl neck Application of the
cowl neck design A vanishing scarf A vanishing tie A vanishing lapel A vanishing pocket Bunka-style sloper for an adult woman Bunka-style sloper for an adult woman (Size M) (half-scale)