Weidel's Instruction Book for Those Using Weidel's Combined Tailor Square and Curves: A Complete Treatise on Drafting Ladies' and Children's Garments by the Square and Curves Combined (Classic Reprint - Hardcover

Name: Weidel's Instruction Book for Those Using Weidel's Combined Tailor Square and Curves: A Complete Treatise on Drafting Ladies' and Children's Garments by the Square and Curves Combined (Classic Reprint
Author: J. A. Weidel
ISBN: 9780267555604

J. A. Weidel

9780267555604: Weidel's Instruction Book for Those Using Weidel's Combined Tailor Square and Curves: A Complete Treatise on Drafting Ladies' and Children's Garments by the Square and Curves Combined (Classic Reprint

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ISBN 10: 0267555601 ISBN 13: 9780267555604

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the art of garment drafting with a trusted, complete guide.

This reference covers the foundations of drafting ladies’ and children’s garments, using Weidel’s combined square and curves system to help you achieve accurate, repeatable results.

Containing a practical, beginner-friendly approach and a clear structure, the book lays out foundational drafts and shows how to adapt them as styles change. It emphasizes learning the core techniques first, then applying adjustments for different fits, sizes, and garments in a home or school setting.

Foundation drafts for common garments, with an emphasis on accuracy and repeatable results
Step-by-step guidance on drafting shirt waists, skirts, coats, sleeves, and collars
Measurement methods and alterations to improve fit and consistency
Templates and pattern-drafting approaches that align with the square-and-curves system

Ideal for readers new to dressmaking, pattern drafting students, and home sewists seeking a structured, practical reference.

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