The Practical guide to patternmaking for fashion designers: Juniors, misses, and women
Author
Knowles, Lori A.
Additional Author(s)
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Publisher
London: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2005
Language
English
ISBN
9781501304026
Series
Subject(s)
CLOTHING AND DRESS MEASUREMENTS
DRESSMAKING--PATTERN DESIGN
Notes
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Abstract
The Practical Guide to Patternmaking for Fashion Designers: Juniors, Misses, and Women offers an in-depth look into the techniques and theories of pattern drafting for women’s garments. Covering a wide variety of styles, textiles, and sizes, this book is useful for a wide range of pattern courses from introductory to advanced. It provides a sound introduction to the concepts and the processes of patternmaking, as well as a more advanced analysis of style and design. The author offers helpful techniques on taking measurements and adjusting the fit of garments for all body sizes, patterns, and types of fabrics.
