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Pattern Magic: Stretch Fabrics
By (Author) Tomoko Nakamichi
Laurence King Publishing
Laurence King Publishing
1st May 2012
14th May 2012
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
746
Paperback
104
Width 190mm, Height 257mm
390g
Pattern Magic Stretch Fabrics is the third in the series of cult Japanese pattern cutting books, now translated into English. The new volume looks at working with stretch and jersey fabric. Material that stretches lengthways or sideways can be magical in itself. This book takes the special qualities of stretch fabrics and uses them to create stunning, sculptural designs. In two parts, the book shows how to work with stretch fabrics and how to cut patterns that exploit their properties with truly original results. The book is accompanied by a basic paper pattern block.
Having served for many years as a professor at Bunka Fashion College, Tomoko Nakamichi currently delivers lectures and holds courses on pattern making in her native Japan and internationally. This book brings together the results of research on garment patterns she has carried out to help her instruct her students. She is also the author of Pattern Magic, Pattern Magic 2 and Pattern Magic 3.