Fitting and Pattern Alteration A Multi-Method Approach to the Art of Style Selection, Fitting, and Alteration

Liechty, Elizabeth

ISBN 10: 1628929723 / ISBN 13: 9781628929720

Published by Bloomsbury Academic & Professional, 2016

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Synopsis:

Fitting and Pattern Alteration: A Multi-Method Approach to the Art of Style Selection, Fitting, and Alteration, Third Edition, shows readers how to recognize, evaluate, and correct fit for 88 figure variations. This comprehensive guide presents proven methods of style selection, fitting, and alteration. The authors use a multi-level approach that is both logical and easy to follow, and each procedure is clearly identified and fully illustrated with a second color added to clarify the procedure and show directional measuring. Each figure is drawn to scale ensuring consistency and accuracy. The cause for the fitting problem is clearly identified and explained--giving readers the why behind each fitting procedure. Highlights of this edition include new photographs of common fit problems, as well as instructions for working with multi-sized patterns and correcting garments that have more than one fit problem. New to this Edition ~ New STUDIO includes online self-quizzes, flashcards, a new glossary, additional exercises and questions for discussion ~ New chapter objectives highlight learning goals for students ~ New graded pattern illustrations, measurement illustrations, photos of actual body types and illustrations of advanced bodice and pant fitting patterns PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501318207.

About the Author: Elizabeth Liechty is Professor Emerita at Brigham Young University. Della N. Pottberg-Steineckert is Professor Emerita at Brigham Young University. Judith Rasband is the founder and CEO of Conselle L.C. and director of the Conselle Institute of Image Management.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Fitting and Pattern Alteration A ...
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic & Professional
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Like New
Edition: 3rd Edition