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This book presents a comprehensive system for drafting and constructing ladies' garments, based on direct measurements taken from the body. It delves into the intricacies of tailoring, offering detailed instructions and explanations that cater to both beginners and experienced cutters. The author, a practitioner of the traditional conservative school of tailoring, embraces the importance of understanding the principles of proportion, while also advocating for time-saving techniques to accommodate the demands of a growing industry. The book challenges the prevailing methods of the time, arguing that a system rooted in actual measurements provides a more accurate and reliable approach to achieving a perfect fit. Through a series of detailed diagrams and explanations, the author meticulously guides readers through the process of taking measurements, drafting patterns, adding seams and adjustments, and tailoring garments for a variety of styles and body types. The book serves as a practical guide to the craft of tailoring, providing a foundation of knowledge that is applicable to a wide range of garments, from jackets and waists to ulsters and riding habits. By emphasizing precision in measurement and meticulous attention to detail, the author empowers readers to create garments that flatter the individual form and reflect the latest trends in fashion.
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The Keystone System: A Text-Book on Cutting and Designing Ladies Garments
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive system for drafting and constructing ladies' garments, based on direct measurements taken from the body. It delves into the intricacies of tailoring, offering detailed instructions and explanations that cater to both beginners and experienced cutters. The author, a practitioner of the traditional conservative school of tailoring, embraces the importance of understanding the principles of proportion, while also advocating for time-saving techniques to accommodate the demands of a growing industry. The book challenges the prevailing methods of the time, arguing that a system rooted in actual measurements provides a more accurate and reliable approach to achieving a perfect fit. Through a series of detailed diagrams and explanations, the author meticulously guides readers through the process of taking measurements, drafting patterns, adding seams and adjustments, and tailoring garments for a variety of styles and body types. The book serves as a practical guide to the craft of tailoring, providing a foundation of knowledge that is applicable to a wide range of garments, from jackets and waists to ulsters and riding habits. By emphasizing precision in measurement and meticulous attention to detail, the author empowers readers to create garments that flatter the individual form and reflect the latest trends in fashion. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332419159_0
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