Cutting and Draping Party and Eveningwear: Pattern Cutting for Special Occasion Clothes

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Author:
Cloake, Dawn
Number of Pages:
96
ISBN-13:
9781849943710
ISBN-10:
1849943710
Binding:
Paperback
Publication Date:
09/06/2016
Publisher:
Batsford
Cutting and Draping Party and Eveningwear: Pattern Cutting for Special Occasion Clothes - ISBN: 9781849943710
When you want to dress up, this is the complete guide to creating special-occasion clothes—party dresses and eveningwear. With step-by-step instructions, Dawn Cloake explains how to develop basic design blocks for a wide range of garments, and then mix and match the elements to make something that\u2019s truly unique. She includes tips on combining pattern-cutting with modeling techniques and working with stretch fabrics.   Design elements include: Sleeveless, backless, strapless, wrapover, ruched, draped, and asymmetrical bodicesFlare, full, close-fit, and fishtail skirtsSet-in, close-fitting, and short sleevesYoked, tapered, and high-waisted trousersJersey, Empire-line, bias-cut, paneled, backless, and strapless dressesLow, wide, draped, and plunging necklinesReissue.