Costume Construction: Basic Theatrical Sewing Techniques
by Constance Case
Costume Construction: Basic Theatrical Sewing Techniques
by Constance Case
Copyright © 2018
Subject: Theatre & Dance
Keywords: Costume, sewing, grainline, costume construction, theatre
About this Book
Costume Construction covers the basics of creating garments for theatre. This text contains the tools, tips, and valuable information you need to get started in the costume studio. Easy to follow instructional videos are linked for deeper learning.
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Table of Contents
- Chapter 1: Tools in the Costume Studio
- Chapter 2: Sewing and Seam Allowance
- Chapter 3: Fabrics, Fibers, and Grainline
- Chapter 4: The Stitch Book, Your Best Friend
- Chapter 5: Hand Sewing
- Chapter 6: Controlling Fabric
- Chapter 7: Reading a Pattern
- Chapter 8: Pants Construction
- Glossary
Information
General
- Publication Year: 2018
- Edition: First
Recommended Citations
- MLA: Case, Constance. Costume Construction: Basic Theatrical Sewing Techniques. First, West Chester University, 2018.
- APA: Case, C. (2018). Costume Construction: Basic Theatrical Sewing Techniques (First). West Chester University.
- Chicago: Case, Constance. Costume Construction: Basic Theatrical Sewing Techniques. First. West Chester University, 2018.
License
Copyright © 2018, Constance Case, West Chester University of Pennsylvania, All rights reserved.