THE MEDIEVAL TAILOR'S ASSISTANT by Sarah Thursfield ( 9781847978349 )

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Title:

THE MEDIEVAL TAILOR'S ASSISTANT
COMMON GARMENTS 1100-1480

By:

Sarah Thursfield

Format:

Paperback

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£29.95

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ISBN 10:

1847978347

ISBN 13:

9781847978349

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Publisher:

THE CROWOOD PRESS LTD

Pub. date:

13 May, 2015

Pages:

240

Description:

Suitable for both amateurs and professionals wishing to re-create the clothing of Medieval England for historical interpretation or drama. This book extends its range with details of fitting different figures and many more patterns for main garments and accessories. It includes instructions for plain garments, and patterns for experienced sewers.

Synopsis:

The Medieval Tailor's Assistant is the standard work for both amateurs and professionals wishing to re-create the clothing of Medieval England for historical interpretation or drama. This new edition extends its range with details of fitting different figures and many more patterns for main garments and accessories from 1100 to 1480. It includes simple instructions for plain garments, as well as more complex patterns and adaptations for experienced sewers. Advice on planning outfits and materials to use is given along with a range of projects and alternative designs, from undergarments to outer wear. Early and later tailoring methods are also covered within the period. There are clear line drawings, pattern diagrams and layouts and over eighty full-colour photographs that show the garments as working outfits.

Illustrations:

400 black & white illustrations 80 colour photographs 151 patterns

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Imprint:

The Crowood Press Ltd

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Returnable

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