Draping for Apparel Design

Author: Joseph-Armstrong, Helen

Brand: Fairchild Books

Edition: 3

Features:

• Fairchild Books Visuals

Binding: Paperback

Number Of Pages: 640

Release Date: 15-02-2013

Part Number: 9781609012403

Details: Product Description The third edition of Draping for Apparel Design combines Joseph-Armstrong's classic step-by-step instructions with a user-friendly layout. To show how to turn two-dimensional drawings into three-dimensional garments, the author presents the following three draping principles and techniques: manipulating dart excess, adding fullness, and contour draping. New and updated design projects illustrate how to prepare a draping plan. Design analyses identify the creative elements of each design and help determine draping techniques required to develop patterns. This text emphasizes the importance of draping foundation garments for building more complex designs. Designers will gain essential skills to creatively apply draping techniques to their own designs. Review Clarity is a strength. Students can see the design lines and make an analysis before moving into a drape. Debra Otte, Montclair State University, USA It is a good all around textbook on the major draping techniques. Lindsay Fox, Saddleback University, USA This book is a very complete guide to draping and gives clear and detailed information on how to drape garments, both basic and complex. From the Back Cover The Third Edition of Draping for Apparel Design brings together Joseph-Armstrong's classic step-by-step instructions in a user-friendly two-color format. Three draping principles and techniques are presented manipulating dart excess, adding fullness, and contour draping showing how to turn two-dimensional drawings into three-dimensional garments. New and updated design projects prepare the reader with the draping techniques and creative elements needed to develop a pattern. Designers will gain essential skills that can be applied to their own designs. About the Author Helen Joseph-Armstrong teaches in the fashion department at Los Angeles Trade Technical College.

EAN: 9781609012403

Package Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.0 x 1.5 inches

Languages: English