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Draping: Techniques for Beginners

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Draping: Techniques for Beginners
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Francesca Sterlacci
By (author) Barbara Arata-Gavere
SeriesUniversity of Fashion
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:352
Dimensions(mm): Height 250,Width 295
Category/GenreFashion and textiles - design
ISBN/Barcode 9781786271761
ClassificationsDewey:646.4072
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Laurence King Publishing
Imprint Laurence King Publishing
Publication Date 7 January 2019
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

You want to learn the basics on draping? Then, this step-by-step book is for you! It is packed full with detailed photographs and diagrams accompanied by pictures from the catwalk. It covers a wide range of garments, darts and necklines and it's a must-have resource for all beginners. Draping is the art of manipulating fabric directly on the dress form. It is the most creative way for a designer to turn design ideas into reality. Start by learning the basics, including how to use a dress form and how to prepare the muslin for draping. You will then move on to learn how to drape basic bodices, including a range of darts and necklines, and also basic skirts, and finally dresses. Each lesson in the book is illustrated in meticulous detail in a series of step-by-step photographs accompanied by photos from the catwalk.

Author Biography

Francesca Sterlacci is Founder and CEO of The University of Fashion, the first and largest online fashion design video library in the world.

Reviews

'The ultimate guide... Francesca's step-by-step photographs alone earn this book a lifetime spot on your shelf'. -- Sew Magazine