Synopses & Reviews
An invaluable teaching tool for fashion design, apparel, and patternmaking students and professionals, this user-friendly bestseller teaches the different methods of—and principles involved in—draping fabric on a dress form. The Art of Fashion Draping, 4th Edition, is organized from basic to advanced topics and includes a wide variety of styles. A wealth of two-color, how-to illustrations (updated for the 4th Edition to reflect current fashion) visually spell out every step of the draping and pinning process.
Synopsis
This user-friendly bestseller teaches the different methods of - and principles involved in - draping fabric on a dress form. An invaluable tool for fashion design, apparel and patternmaking students and professionals.
Synopsis
Written for fashion design, apparel, and patternmaking students and professionals, this user-friendly bestseller teaches the different methods and principles involved in draping fabric on a dress form. The Art of Fashion Draping, 4th Edition, is organized from basic to advanced topics and includes a wide variety of styles. More than 500 new two-color illustrations reflect current designs and visually spell out every step of the draping process.
Features
- Step-by-step draping instructions and illustrations
- Objectives listing techniques covered in each chapter
- Checklists to evaluate and analyze designs
- Cross-referencing of techniques across chapters
New to This Edition
- Two-color design highlighting each draping step
- A new chapter on fitting methods that explains how to evaluate garments and correct common problems
- Updated and expanded chapters on pants and knits
- Added intermediate and advanced design variations that integrate contemporary designs with time-tested classics
Instructor's Guide available
About the Author
Connie Amaden-Crawford is a licensed designer for The McCall Pattern Company under the Butterick label and is President and CEO of Fashion Patterns by Coni.
Table of Contents
Introduction to Draping
Draping Principles and Skills
The Dress Form, Tools, and Terminology
Basic Foundation Patterns
The Basic Bodice
The Basic Fitted Skirt
Sleeves
Torso/Blouse Block and Basic Shift Silhouettes
Intermediate Techniques
Bodice and Blouse Designs
Designing with Circular Flounces and Ruffles
Princess Designs
Dartless Designs
Kimono and Raglan Designs
Skirt Designs
Advanced Techniques
Pants
Knit Designs
Collar and Neckline Designs
Jacket Silhouettes and Collar/Lapel Designs
Cowl Designs
Casual Dress Designs
Formal Dress Designs
Fitting Methods