The American Designer and Cutter: A Complete, Practical and Up-To-Date Work on the Art of Designing, Cutting, Grading, Fitting, Sketching and ... Juniors', Childrens' and Infants' Garments - Hardcover

S. Schorr

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266452795 ISBN 13: 9780266452799

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019

Synopsis

Master the art of designing, cutting, and tailoring with a complete, practical guide for women's garments.

This edition presents a clear, time‑tested system for designing, cutting, and fitting garments, from measurements to final alterations. It emphasizes unity, proportion, and a practical approach to pattern making, with step‑by‑step instructions that cover design, cutting, grading, fitting, sketching, and tailoring for women, misses, juniors, children, and infants. The book also discusses the qualities a capable designer should cultivate and how to stay aligned with evolving fashion, while keeping techniques straightforward and repeatable.

Inside you’ll find hands‑on guidance on taking measurements, understanding proportion, making patterns that fit, and performing alterations with patience and care. The content blends design theory with actionable craft, helping readers translate ideas into well‑fitting, up‑to‑date garments.

• Systematic outline for pattern cutting and garment construction.
• Practical measurement techniques and proportion charts.
• Guidance on fitting, alterations, and achieving clean, durable seams.
• Advice aimed at designers and professional tailors for various garment types.

Ideal for students, aspiring designers, and practicing tailors seeking a solid, real‑world reference.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266452795
• ISBN 13: 9780266452799
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 335