Draping for apparel design

Book

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BLUE: The TATTER Textile Library

Name/Title

Draping for apparel design

Entry/Object ID

TT520.J67

Description

Combines instructions illustrated to present the principles and methods of draping. This book describes the drape of the basic dress and its relationship to every garment in a clothing collection.

Lexicon

Search Terms

draping, dressmaking--pattern design, fashion design, garment cutting

Legacy Lexicon

Category

Book

Book Details

Author

Helen Joseph-Armstrong

Publisher

Fairchild

Place Published

City

New York, NY

Date Published

2000

Call No.

TT520.J67

ISBN

1563671026, 9781563671029

Notes

Length: 496

General Notes

Note Type

Contents

Note

Fabric characteristics and terms -- Model form: preparation, measurement, and tools -- Draping principles and techniques -- Basic dress foundation -- Manipulating dart excess -- Bodice styles -- Skirts -- Collars -- Built-up necklines -- Cowls -- Facings -- Dress foundations and designs -- Strapless dress foundations and designs: the principle of contour draping -- Bias cut dresses -- Kimono, raglan, and drop shoulder -- Shirts and blouses -- Jackets and coats -- Pants -- Knit characteristics -- Bodysuit and swimsuit foundations.