Hi Kate, I have this book and I am as enthusiastic as you are about it. Your enthusiasm for it has made me get it out again, because i had put it away ( I don’t know why) . It really is a fabulous book! Mine is a 2013 edition and has a video at the back, and only has 32 tutorials, but I was thrilled when I realise it was the same as yours. I think I put it to one side thinking I need to learn how to pattern cut before I learn how to drape and bought some pattern cutting books that just flummoxed me, so I carried on just using bought patterns. Now that you have said this is how you learnt, I’m definitely going to try and work through the book again! Thank you so much for this review Kate, I feel inspired. Lots of love 😘😊🌸👏🏼
I definitely going to buy the book. It is at least most because of your almost sentimental look. You seem so enthusiastic about it. This book must be a winner!
Intriguing! I am in the process of learning flat pattern making. Didn’t know draping could be used to make these traditional kind of patterns. Thought it was mainly used for different styles of garments that are difficult or even impossible to pattern flat. What I was wondering about is how you add ease to the patterns. The draping I have seen pulls the fabric tight over the mannequin. As I said: intriguing! Thank you for showing the book in detail. 💕
From my experience because you are fitting the muslin to a something that fits the person wearing it, it's less about the traditional ease you use on flat pattern cutting as you fit it how you want to wear it. I hope that makes sense!
@@TheFoldLine You pin the fabric with ease allowance on the places where it is needed ( i.e.waist). You hold it in with your hand that has 90degrees between index finger and thumb ( tricky to describe it) but it gives you about half an inch on each side) for a dress..
Bought this book many years ago as a reminder, very good book. Never got round to making à body double from my standard dressform, too time consuming for my figure . If you are close to standard body measurements of a dressform you will have lots of fun designing new clothes.
I've just looked on Amazon and the second edition 2020 is priced at varying amounts from £30 to £33. Amazon aren't selling it themselves but they do have the first edition for a similar price! Strange. Anyway, I think you like this book Kate!! Lol! If I was younger I would jump at this as it looks really good but I haven't got the space for all the draping and cutting. Unfortunately I will have to stick to 'ready done' patterns. Thanks so much for this book review. It is very interesting and it is lovely to see your enthusiasm.
Thank you so much, Kate, for this fantastic review! I live in Semi rural France and am self taught with TH-cam and indie patterns mainly as cannot find proper courses where I am. Never drafted a pattern in my life and have absolutely no idea. Would this be a good book for someone like me, do you think? Thank you x
Hi Carolina, yes I think it would be great, they start from complete basics and alongside the videos included I think you'd find it really useful. Having done both flat pattern cutting and draping on the stand - I personally prefer it!
Could anyone tell me if the accompanying videos have background music please? I have a disability meaning videos with background music are inaccessible to me. This looks fab and one to add to a wish list but want to know I can make use of the videos.
Well i can say that i was torned inbetween getting this book or not and your amazing review made me do it ahah so excited to get into it! Have you got your hands on her latest "Advanced Creative Draping" would love your opinion on that too!!
Isn’t the whole crux of draping that you don’t have to do these kind of fitting adjustments? You fit directly on the body/mannequin. I think you have to adjust te mannequin to represent the body you want to make the pattern for.
Great review. I've been looking for a book like this for ages. I've just ordered through hive.co.uk and, with a code I found on voucher codes, I paid £30.87 for this new edition
The listing right now is for £50.00 on offer from £80.06. So I guess Amazon switches prices so fast that I need to keep an eye open for the right bargain.
Yes you would need one - and if you wanted to make stuff for you, I'd recommend getting one that if your size. There are lots of great options out there these days
@@TheFoldLine Would you please review dress form options sometime? I would like to replace the one I have. I could pad the one I have to my size somewhat but the shoulders are more broad and straight than my own.
I am so disappointed, I ordered this book but got somehow have an older edition with a DVD rather than the QR code’s. Be careful when you order to get the newest edition (I don’t own a DVD player so it’s pretty much useless)
Hi Kate, I have this book and I am as enthusiastic as you are about it. Your enthusiasm for it has made me get it out again, because i had put it away ( I don’t know why) . It really is a fabulous book! Mine is a 2013 edition and has a video at the back, and only has 32 tutorials, but I was thrilled when I realise it was the same as yours. I think I put it to one side thinking I need to learn how to pattern cut before I learn how to drape and bought some pattern cutting books that just flummoxed me, so I carried on just using bought patterns. Now that you have said this is how you learnt, I’m definitely going to try and work through the book again!
Thank you so much for this review Kate, I feel inspired. Lots of love 😘😊🌸👏🏼
Lynne McLeod does it also have the QR code’s?
Does the first edition have the QR codes
Nusaibah Ibraheem no, Nusaibah, it doesn’t, it has a compact disc at the back of the book. 😊
hellotwinkie no, it doesn’t it includes a cd with all the videos on it. 😊😊
I definitely going to buy the book. It is at least most because of your almost sentimental look. You seem so enthusiastic about it. This book must be a winner!
Intriguing! I am in the process of learning flat pattern making. Didn’t know draping could be used to make these traditional kind of patterns. Thought it was mainly used for different styles of garments that are difficult or even impossible to pattern flat. What I was wondering about is how you add ease to the patterns. The draping I have seen pulls the fabric tight over the mannequin. As I said: intriguing! Thank you for showing the book in detail. 💕
From my experience because you are fitting the muslin to a something that fits the person wearing it, it's less about the traditional ease you use on flat pattern cutting as you fit it how you want to wear it. I hope that makes sense!
@@TheFoldLine
You pin the fabric with ease allowance on the places where it is needed ( i.e.waist). You hold it in with your hand that has 90degrees between index finger and thumb ( tricky to describe it) but it gives you about half an inch on each side) for a dress..
Bought this book many years ago as a reminder, very good book. Never got round to making à body double from my standard dressform, too time consuming for my figure . If you are close to standard body measurements of a dressform you will have lots of fun designing new clothes.
I've just looked on Amazon and the second edition 2020 is priced at varying amounts from £30 to £33. Amazon aren't selling it themselves but they do have the first edition for a similar price! Strange. Anyway, I think you like this book Kate!! Lol! If I was younger I would jump at this as it looks really good but I haven't got the space for all the draping and cutting. Unfortunately I will have to stick to 'ready done' patterns. Thanks so much for this book review. It is very interesting and it is lovely to see your enthusiasm.
Thanks much for reviewing this book. I just received it today and you know what I'll be doing for the rest of the day!!!
Such a wonderful indepth review I have been on the fence about this book thinking it would be far too complex but your review has sold me thank you
Thank you for the great review - I notice the photos have a dress dummy - do you think you have to have a dress dummy to be able to use the book?
Got my copy in 2014, it's so good!
Thank you so much, Kate, for this fantastic review! I live in Semi rural France and am self taught with TH-cam and indie patterns mainly as cannot find proper courses where I am. Never drafted a pattern in my life and have absolutely no idea. Would this be a good book for someone like me, do you think? Thank you x
Hi Carolina, yes I think it would be great, they start from complete basics and alongside the videos included I think you'd find it really useful. Having done both flat pattern cutting and draping on the stand - I personally prefer it!
@@TheFoldLine thank you so much for your reply, it is really helpful coming from you! xx
Such a pity that the book isn’t spiral bound. So much easier to follow if you don’t have to weight the pages open.
Morning Kate, great review I’m off to check it out. Have a great weekend. Val❤️🇨🇦🇬🇧
Enjoy Val!
Could anyone tell me if the accompanying videos have background music please? I have a disability meaning videos with background music are inaccessible to me. This looks fab and one to add to a wish list but want to know I can make use of the videos.
Thanks Kate - just ordered it new from ebay at £30.84. Can't wait for it to arrive!
Well i can say that i was torned inbetween getting this book or not and your amazing review made me do it ahah so excited to get into it! Have you got your hands on her latest "Advanced Creative Draping" would love your opinion on that too!!
I love that book. I am going to look for it in the US. Thanks Kate!
What if it didn't come with the dvd? Would you still have access to all the videos through the QR codes?
Thanks Kate! On my Christmas list for sure!
only a few months to go!!! ha!
I agree! This is a really good book, I use this book for teaching modelling to my students. Thanks 😊
The book looks to be full of excellent information-thank you for sharing with us!!
Have a wonderful week-end!!
Stay safe. :+)
Hiya! Does anyone know how this compares to the Helen Joseph-Armstrong book? I have that one and wondering if it would be worth getting this one too?
Does the book address body issues like sway back, rounded back, full bust/small bust, narrow/ broad shoulders, etc?
Isn’t the whole crux of draping that you don’t have to do these kind of fitting adjustments? You fit directly on the body/mannequin. I think you have to adjust te mannequin to represent the body you want to make the pattern for.
Yes this is exactly what the book is about - Thank you Lily!!
What is the difference between this one and the previous edition? I couldnt decide :(
Does it include pants (trousers)?
Hi Kate, what is the pattern of the gorgeous blouse you are wearing? thanks
Please tell in Indian Price and how to buy this book
Great review. I've been looking for a book like this for ages. I've just ordered through hive.co.uk and, with a code I found on voucher codes, I paid £30.87 for this new edition
Jackie ward
It’s nearly £50 on Amazon.......
Just placed my order.
Hi, which edition has the qr codes?
Ordering now!! Amazon £35 yippee
The book is £33.35 on amazon uk right now, I just bought it based on your rave review - also highly well reviewed on amazon too.
The listing right now is for £50.00 on offer from £80.06. So I guess Amazon switches prices so fast that I need to keep an eye open for the right bargain.
OHHH well glad you got a bargain it was £50 when I looked!
HK Very I’ve had a look, and the cheaper one appears to be the first edition, and doesn’t contain as many videos.
Claire Who Makes Things - glad you told me, I’ll take another look, thanks
HK Very Your welcome, I might ask for the book for my birthday or Christmas.
So do you need to have a mannequin to use the book, Kate?
Yes you would need one - and if you wanted to make stuff for you, I'd recommend getting one that if your size. There are lots of great options out there these days
@@TheFoldLine Would you please review dress form options sometime? I would like to replace the one I have. I could pad the one I have to my size somewhat but the shoulders are more broad and straight than my own.
I am so disappointed, I ordered this book but got somehow have an older edition with a DVD rather than the QR code’s. Be careful when you order to get the newest edition (I don’t own a DVD player so it’s pretty much useless)
Dvd player are cheap.
What skill level is this book for?