The Victorian Tailor: An Introduction to Period Tailoring
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| Rating | : | 4.47 (556 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0312642334 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-27 |
| Language | : | English |
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“What I like most about this book is that not only does it teach you to create custom-fit, accurate-to-the-period garments, it also shares history and a lot of information about the period this clothing derives from, in essence, you are presented with the story behind the garments.” Wee Share blog
JASON MACLOCHLAINN is a historical consultant, tailor, and patternmaker who started sewing fourteen years ago as a side hobby to gain a better insight into his living history and experimental archaeology projects. From this he has re-created a Victorian "house style" to re-create period costumes down to the last detail.. Not being satisfied with the resources available for men's costume at the time, Jason put his background in history and arc
"Not good enough" according to boxy. I found a lot to object to in this book. The author seems to be fine when he quotes other authors or presents material already in print. However he makes a hash of it when he goes out on his own.The author:1. Does not appear to be qualified to write any sort of instructional book.2. Is mistaken about certain tools.Not good enough I found a lot to object to in this book. The author seems to be fine when he quotes other authors or presents material already in print. However he makes a hash of it when he goes out on his own.The author:1. Does not appear to be qualified to write any sort of instructional book.2. Is mistaken about certain tools.3. Confuses period tailoring with doing an impression of a period tailor.Not good enough boxy I found a lot to object to in this book. The author seems to be fine when he quotes other authors or presents material already in print. However he makes a hash of it when he goes out on his own.The author:1. Does not appear to be qualified to write any sort of instructional book.2. Is mistaken about certain tools.3. Confuses period tailoring with doing an impression of a period tailor.4. Writes in a very . . Writes in a very . . Confuses period tailoring with doing an impression of a period tailor.Not good enough boxy I found a lot to object to in this book. The author seems to be fine when he quotes other authors or presents material already in print. However he makes a hash of it when he goes out on his own.The author:1. Does not appear to be qualified to write any sort of instructional book.2. Is mistaken about certain tools.3. Confuses period tailoring with doing an impression of a period tailor.4. Writes in a very . . Writes in a very . "Very well done" according to C. F.. This is a fantastic book with some brilliant, very detailed info on the history of men's tailoring and technique with pics. Excellent for re-enactors, historians, tailors, it contains pattern diagrams. My one complaint is that I purchased this book to make an 1860s sack suit from one of their diagrams but this book seems to skip over that decade and only has one from much earlier. Hm. I really wish there w. "Two thumbs up!" according to garlough. There are many books available on the cut and style of Victorian clothing, but very few describing how it was made. Jason MacLochlainn fills this void with "The Victorian Tailor". This book is invaluable to those seeking to accurately re-create period costume, and will also be of interest to social historians who want to know more about "the trade". The illustrations alone are worth the relatively modest p
The author, an expert in the field, has dipped into rare 19th-century tailoring sourcebooks and re-created the authentic techniques for today's budding tailor.An introductory section includes:--A glimpse into the 19th-century tailor's shop and the people who worked there--How men's fashion subtly evolved through the decades, with illustrations and Victorian photographs--Tools of the trade, and how they were used--and which ones are still worth using today--Which cloths to use for an authentic Victorian feel, and where to obtain them--The fundamental techniques every tailor should know, from how to sit in the traditional cross-legged manner to the full range of stitches used in the Victorian era.The book then moves on to give detailed instructions on how to draft and cut your own patterns to fit your client exactly, and gives 18 patterns from different decdes, including capes, waistcoats, trousers, frock coats, lounge coats, and even a shooting jacket and breeches for the Victorian sportsman. This unique book is a wide-ranging introduction to the world of Victorian tailoring, including techniques, materials, and patterns. These are followed by clear and concise step-by-step directions for making up your finished garments, illustrated with authentic period fashion plates showing the essential wardrobe of a Victorian gentleman, this book will appeal to all costume designers, dressmakers, living historians, and those with an interest in creating these