Clothing encyclopedia - Japanese Craft Book

Release date: ‎ 2024/6/17
Language ‏ : ‎ Japanese
Book: ‎ 224 pages

If you can choose a fabric that matches your pattern, you can tailor clothes to the silhouette and fit you want.
This book is about how to choose fabrics, which is something that you don't often have the opportunity to learn.
The combination of pattern and fabric is very important for sewing.
For example, if you have concerns such as "the silhouette doesn't look like the sample," "it's more voluminous and looks thicker than I expected," or "the gathers are too snappy," the fabric may not match the pattern.
In this book, we will explain the recommended fabrics for each pattern you want to make, as well as the materials and characteristics of the fabrics.

◆Learn how to choose fabrics for those who want to make sophisticated clothes like ready-made clothes
When it comes to sewing clothes, cotton and linen fabrics are often used, but there are a wide variety of fabric options.
Wool and synthetic fibers may seem like a high hurdle, but there are many that are surprisingly easy to sew, easy to care for, and look great when sewn.
In Chapter 2, from the perspective of a pattern maker who used to work for an apparel manufacturer, we will explain the tricks to choosing the perfect fabric for your pattern.

◆Sample works in which one pattern is sewn with two types of fabric
Sample works are posted so that you can see at a glance how the finished product changes depending on the difference in fabric.
The actual works show the firmness, drape, and gathers of the fabric, which affect the silhouette of the pattern.

◆Understand the characteristics of fabrics
The book also explains the materials and characteristics of fabrics that are easy to obtain, such as lawn, broadcloth, typewriter, georgette, saxony, and tweed.
Clothes are an important part of life. If you understand the characteristics of the materials and fabrics and sew them, the comfort and ease of handling will change.
Chapter 3 explains the characteristics of fabrics from the perspective of materials science.

◆Includes a "fabric sample book format" that allows you to create your own fabric sample book
By attaching swatches and recording the characteristics of the fabric, you can efficiently and enjoyably manage your important "stock fabric".

◆Includes a list of recommended fabric stores where you can get attractive textiles
We also introduce stores where you can get attractive fabrics. Japan is home to many attractive fabric producing areas. We also recommend going on a journey to find fabric that suits your taste.

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