Dorothy moore pattern drafting book

Ystrday ill stop now i dove into my dorothy moore pattern drafting book why wait. Such is the case with this pattern drafting and dressmaking book by dorothy moore. The oriental method of pattern drafting and dressmaking dorothy moore on. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking hardcover january 1, 1971. All about dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking by dorothy moore. First thing i did was have michael help me take all my measurements. Dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking by dorothy.

It actually made a reference to harriet peppin, her book modern pattern design being the definitive drafting book published in 1942. Vintage 1971 dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking oriental method. Ive used it a number of times over the years for various projects and it has always yielded good results. While there are many, many pattern drafting techniques you can use in turning your basic block into a stunning fashion, there are a few basics that youll use again and again. Even though the book is 40 years old, the patterns in it would be fitting for some of todays fashions.

I have yet to use the book to actually draft a pattern, but the illustrations are awesome. Volume iii making your own patterns for dress designing by singh, dueep jyot and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Jul 06, 20 a great guide to learn the pattern drafting techniques. Aug 08, 2018 and i tweak here and there, particular when it comes to the collar shape if im using a vintage pattern. How to draft basic patterns by ernestine kopp, grading techniques for fashion design by jeanne price, professional pat. Apparently i have been drafting the oriental way ikat bag.

Dressmaking book measure for sale fortnite halloween costumes. Apr 28, 2008 i originally tried to draft a raglan sleeve pattern using the instruction on page 128 of dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking book. Everything you ever wanted to know about making patterns to create or alter clothing. All about dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking by dorothy moore. If youre interested in japanese or chinese pattern drafting, you can get the basics in.

Drafting dressmaking book measure for sale fortnite. This easytouse guide to drafting patterns for individual designs is aimed at anyone who wants to learn how to make patterns. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. See more ideas about pattern drafting, pattern and sewing hacks. Dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking 1971.

Apr 11, 2009 dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking, originally uploaded by adaiha. Im going to focus on the two most commonly used methods of drafting a pattern. Dorothy moore is the author of pattern drafting and dressmaking 3. Pattern drafting and dressmaking, dorothy moore book. It will take you some time to study this course, but the benefit of learning to make your own pattern will. Introduction to dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dre ssmaking book provides a look into the 1970s fashion and will guide you to drafting your own pattern including skirts, shirts, pants, tops, overblouse, dresses, sleeves, collars, coats, suits, bathing suits, mens sport shirts, and childrens clothes. This is much simpler than the kinds of pattern books we sell here.

I picked up several pattern drafting and draping books, pattern drafting and dressmaking by dorothy moore, patternmaking for fashion design by helen joseph armstrong, the art of fashion draping by connie amadencrawford and a old 1950 applied pattern designing by herbert mayer. If this interests you, check out some of the following outofprint books for guidance in english. I decided to learn to draft my own patterns instead, and bought winifred aldrichs metric pattern cutting for womenswear as well as dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking book. I originally tried to draft a raglan sleeve pattern using the instruction on page 128 of dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking book. Still need to do fba after drafting custom pattern.

Successful dressmaking by ellen and marietta reset all. Dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking by. Dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking 1971 192 pages with many black and white illustrations. Patternmaking for fashion design by helen josepharmstrong, metric pattern cutting for womens wear by winifred aldrich. Moore was author of a book, dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking, which taught skills she had learned while living in okinawa with her husband, who retired from the army. I thought it would be a fun challenge to draft a shirt pattern from my own measurements. Shes also drafting her own patterns and is using this free. Online resources stitchers guild has detailed translations for a basic pattern to set you on the right path. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking spiralbound 1971. It seems ive added an inch to my waist this past year, no doubt from all that sedentary seam ripping. Dressmaking book measure for sale fortnite halloween. Sign up for librarything to find out whether youll like this book. It has the same sort of feel my dorothy moore book has, but is so much easer to access.

Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking sewing book 1971 fashion design. But since i was using a pattern with build in ease rather than a sloper made from my measurements, the resulting pattern was goofy looking. All of the drafts that ive made from the book have turned out great. You should do a search for pattern drafting at your local public library. Measure and dressmaking drafting moore s pattern book and triangle and dorothy tools dorothy moore s. Pattern drafting and grading by michael rohr, 1961 enjoy. The oriental method of pattern drafting and dressmaking unknown binding 1969. Dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking hardcover january 1, 1971 by dorothy moore author. Patternmaking made easy, third edition by connie crawford.

I had taken a pattern drafting course over 20 years ago and it never stuck. However, i wanted still wanted some design inspirationas those books had some rather outdated designs. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dress making hardcover book spiral bound comes with cardboard triangle only book is in used condition with cover and edge and spine and corner wear and tear and soiling, a few pages with edge tears and tearing, last date shown in book is 1971, has no musty, no mildewy, no moldy stains. Go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store coupons. Dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking 1971 spiral. Ill be using dorothy moore s excellent pattern drafting and dressmaking, a vintage 1971 book i experimented with a few years ago. I have an old book, by dorothy moore, pattern drafting and dressmaking, 1968 which at least uses a waist measurement, but it does not really take a larger bust into account either. Dorothy moore s pattern and dressmaking by dorothy moore. It was reprinted in 1969, 1971 and, according to amazon, 2009. Get the best deals on pattern drafting when you shop the largest online selection at.

Teach yourself stitch craft and dressmaking pattern making and drafting layout. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Jan 22, 2016 my first step to understanding more about sewing techniques and patterns is to follow, page by page, lesson by lesson the book by dorothy moore pattern drafting and dressmaking from 1971. Click to read more about dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking by dorothy moore. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking by moore, dorothy and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.

Is there a drafting method that actually takes the need for full bust proportions into account when doing the original draft. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers. It teaches you to take your own body measurements and from them to draft custom patterns. Make offer 1971 dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking book. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. I used another old cottonpoly sheet i have a lot of those. My favorite pattern drafting books fashionincubator. It also has the measuring tools taped onto the inside back cover. Although the book is titled successful dressmaking, it has a big section on just pattern drafting, which got me really excited. I decided to learn to draft my own patterns instead, and bought winifred aldrichs metric pattern cutting for womenswear as well as dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking book. Pattern drafting and dressmaking by dorothy moore goodreads. Introduction to dorothy moores pattern drafting and.

Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking moore, dorothy, illustrated on. Book indexchapter headings originally published as the oriental method of pattern drafting and dressmaking, in 1968, it describes itself as the method used by hong kong tailors. Chinese style rice vermicelli coat lining pattern corded piping creative serging illustrated curry pizza dessert dining room dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking dressmakers encounter bay epiphany house blessing fashion fabric first mothers day fish gladwrap pattern goodwill opshop gored maternity skirt. The plan is to follow all the instructions, understand what i am doing and to end up with innumerous muslin pieces. My dad use to work estate sales and when something pertaining to sewing didnt sell, he would bring it to me. Details about 1969 the oriental method of pattern drafting and dressmaking book, dorothy moore 1969 the oriental method of pattern drafting and dressmaking book, dorothy moore very good to near mint covers mint contents. Dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking all the.

While living thirtytwo years at kitty hawk, nc, she was active in church, bible studies and was an avid gardener. Buy a cheap copy of dorothy moore s pattern drafting and. May 23, 2018 shes also drafting her own patterns and is using this free. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking moore, dorothy on. A great guide to learn the pattern drafting techniques. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking 1971 spiral bound sewing exuc. This is one of my favorite finds from this years friends of the library book sale. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dress making hardcover book spiral bound does not come with the cardboard triangle or curve 192 page hardcover book is in overall good condition with overall clean and intact pages, some cover and edge wear and tear and soiling, some wear.

Pattern drafting for dressmaking stringer, pamela c. Written by a selftaught teacher in pattern drafting and tailoring, the book contains the formulas and procedures for making nearly any commercial pattern fit anyone. Was it dorothy moores dressmaking and patterndrafting, maybe. The oriental method of pattern drafting and dressmaking.

Dorothy moores pattern drafting and dressmaking dorothy moore on. I drafted these yesterday a little more complicated than culottes to be sure but the dorothy moore pattern drafting book walks you through it step by step. Jul 28, 2008 i picked up several pattern drafting and draping books, pattern drafting and dressmaking by dorothy moore, patternmaking for fashion design by helen joseph armstrong, the art of fashion draping by connie amadencrawford and a old 1950 applied pattern designing by herbert mayer. Moving on to the introductory note, i read ms moores first impression of this. As opposed to, say, the occidental method of pattern adjustment. Has a bit of staining and warping on the page edges from humidity. The book is from the 50s, but the drafts are still relevant. I have a lot of pattern drafting books in my library but the one i decided to use is dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking. Dec 05, 2010 pattern drafting and dressmaking by dorothy moore. Make offer dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking 1971 spiral bound sewing exuc. I remember you suggested a vionnet book in the past, rohrs book, and of course the entrepreneurs guide to sewn product manufacturing but are there any others that you prize highly or refer to constantly. I actually have a copy of the oriental method of pattern drafting and dressmaking, by dorothy moore 1969. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking illustr, 11.

Price new from used from unknown binding, 1969 please retry. Dressmaking and and measure moore s pattern triangle dorothy tools book and drafting dorothy moore s. Introduction to dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dressmaking preparing for dorothy taking measurements lesson 1 straight skirt lesson 2 skirt variations lesson 3 pants lesson 4 basic top lesson 5 overblouse lesson 6 basic sheath dress lesson 7 dress variations lesson 8 necklines lesson 9 sleeves lesson 10 wing collar lesson 11 suit, coat. When i started looking through this book, i wished i wasnt so brain cell limited and could really grasp everything thats taught. And pattern measure book dorothy and moore s triangle dressmaking and tools drafting dorothy moore s. I bought this book in order to learn how to draft my own patterns from my own body measurements, and i was especially interested in this book because of the. Dorothy moore s pattern drafting and dress making hardcover book spiral bound does not come with the cardboard triangle or curve 192 page hardcover book is in overall good condition with overall clean and intact pages, some cover and edge.