The Tailor System (Classic Reprint): Dress-Cutting Made Perfect by Mrs. Ewing's Delineation of Scales; The Tailor System Simplified; The Knowledge of ... Cutting from the Same (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Master the Tailor System: drafting garments from real measurements
This practical guide teaches a tape-line method that uses actual measurements to draft well-fitting garments. It centers on a deliniation of scales shaped to capture a person’s measurements and translates them into patterns that can be cut and sewn with confidence. The approach aims to fit a wide range of sizes and forms by relying on precise measurements rather than trial and error. The book explains how to measure the wearer and apply those numbers to a five-piece pattern system, including front and back scales, a square, the side body, and an arm size piece. It covers drafting several common garments from waists to basques and Gabrielle-style designs, as well as guidance for children’s and men’s fits. The emphasis is on practicality, simplicity, and improving the craft of dressmaking through careful measurement and systematic drafting. What you’ll experience
- A step-by-step method that uses tape-line measurements to create accurate patterns.
- How to draft fronts, backs, and sleeves with concrete rules and examples.
- Guidance on scaling, ease, and adapting patterns to different forms.
- Tips for applying the system to a range of garments, from waists to basques.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents Mrs. S. C. Ewingsâ revolutionary system for cutting garments based on actual measurements, a radical departure from the unreliable dressmaking charts prevalent at the time. This system, developed through years of practice and study, offers a precise and reliable method for creating perfectly fitting garments for a wide range of body types and sizes. The author meticulously explains her innovative approach, emphasizing its superiority over existing methods and debunking the misconceptions perpetuated by unethical inventors. Her detailed instructions, accompanied by diagrams and specific examples, empower readers to master the art of dressmaking with confidence. The author's passion for elevating the dressmaking profession and empowering women is evident throughout the book. She urges readers to embrace their potential and contribute to the advancement of their craft. By challenging the status quo and providing a practical solution, this book not only transforms the practice of dressmaking but also serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of a remarkable woman. 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 # 9780282460785_0
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